This year’s programme builds on the theme of the trade body’s public campaign, with many of its members demonstrating how ‘Homes Build Futures’ for communities the length and breadth of Scotland.

Among the shortlisted companies is Cruden Homes, which appears in the Private Developer of the Year - Medium category for its King’s View development in Glasgow’s southside.

The nomination recognises excellence in residential development and placemaking across Scotland’s homebuilding sector.

Located just two miles from Glasgow city centre, King’s View forms part of the long-term regeneration of Toryglen. Over the past decade, Cruden has delivered nearly 400 homes at the development, helping transform the area into a thriving new residential community.

The latest phase includes contemporary two and three-bedroom terraced and semi-detached homes built to the Glasgow Gold Standard, incorporating energy-efficient features such as air-source heat pumps to support more sustainable living.

In addition to the King’s View shortlist, Cruden has also been recognised in the Affordable Development of the Year category for its work in partnership with Wheatley Group at West Craigs Phases 4 and 5 in Edinburgh, further demonstrating the breadth of the company’s delivery across both private and affordable housing.

Fraser Lynes, CEO at Cruden, said: “We are delighted that King’s View has been shortlisted for this year’s Homes for Scotland Awards.

“King’s View has been a significant development for our team over the past decade, and it’s incredibly rewarding to see the positive impact the regeneration has had in Toryglen.

“The shortlist recognition reflects the hard work of our team and partners, as well as the strong demand we have seen from buyers who are drawn to the quality of the homes and the location.”

CedarView, a bespoke residential development in Howwood, by Briar Homes, has been shortlisted for Private Development of the Year (Small) at the ceremony. This recognition highlights the development’s energy efficiency alongside its stylish and contemporary design.

Set in the heart of the rolling countryside within the desirable village of Howwood, CedarView comprises 10 four-bedroom detached villas with a stylish and contemporary specification, integral garages and generous private gardens. The spacious ‘Willow’ and ‘Juniper’ villas offer around 1,500 square feet of flexible living space and feature two modern en-suite bathrooms. 

The development benefits from local bus networks and a village train station offering easy connection to Paisley, Glasgow and Ayrshire while also within easy reach of the M8 motorway. CedarView is an ideal place to live for commuters wanting to balance green space with easy connection to the city. 

CedarView has been designed to allow for a more sustainable lifestyle, with energy efficient properties (EPC rating - B). All of the properties benefit from PV solar panels and offer high fabric insulation, dual zone heating and high efficiency gas boilers to minimise living costs for homeowners. Extensive landscaping including the planting of native greenery encourages biodiversity and complements the area’s natural surroundings.

Paul Kelly, managing director at Briar Homes Ltd, said: “It’s rewarding to see the hard work of everyone involved in CedarView from planners and architects to builders, sales representatives, and interior designers being recognised by Homes for Scotland. This nomination underscores Briar Homes’ strengths as an independent housebuilder, delivering high-quality developments tailored to local homebuyers’ needs.”

Winners will be announced at the awards ceremony on Friday, 15 May at the EICC in Edinburgh.

The full shortlist can be found below:

Affordable Development of the year Large (100+ homes)

• The Springfield Group & Wheatley Group - Deans South, Livingston
• Wheatley Group & Cruden - West Craigs 4 & 5, Edinburgh

Affordable Development of the year Medium (36-99 homes)

• CCG (Scotland) & North Lanarkshire Council - Brandon Street, Motherwell
• Lar Projects Ltd - The Quadrangle, Glasgow
• Lovell Partnerships - Oakwood Edge, Mayfield

Affordable Development of the year Small (up to 35 homes)

• CCG (Scotland) & West Dunbartonshire Council - Mount Pleasant, Glasgow                                                                                       
• Eildon Housing Association - Edgar Road, Westruther
• McTaggart Construction and West Dunbartonshire Council - Willox Park, Dumbarton

Private Development of the year Large (100+ homes)

• Barratt and David Wilson Homes - Findrassie, Elgin
• Barratt and David Wilson Homes - David Wilson Homes @ St Andrews
• Bellway Homes (Scotland East) - Dalmore Grange, Auchendinny
• Miller Homes - Antonine Brae, Bo’ness
• Taylor Wimpey East Scotland - West Craigs, Edinburgh

Private Development of the year Medium (36-99 homes)

• Campion Homes - Strathearn Gait, Crieff
• Cruden Homes - King’s View, Glasgow
• Miller Homes - Chapel Gardens, Dumbarton
• Tulloch of Cummingston - Inchbroom Pines, Lossiemouth

Private Development of the year Small (up to 35 homes)

• Briar Homes (Scotland) - Cedarview, Renfrewshire 
• Robertson Homes - Shawfair, Dalkeith

Winners of the following awards will be announced on the night:

• Supporting Member of the year
• One to Watch Award
• Home Builder of the Year – Large (200+ homes per annum)
• Home Builder of the Year – Medium (50-199 homes per annum)
• Home Builder of the Year – Small (<50 homes per annum)
• Home Builder of the Year – Affordable Housing Provider