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One of Edinburgh’s most surprising artists has collaborated with property developer AMA Homes to bring a new level of creativity to its show homes. Jason Miller, joint managing director of the Charlie Miller hairdressing empire, is known across the globe for his sensational scissor skills.

Aberdeen locals have an opportunity this week to share their thoughts on the proposed Queen Street urban park and Castlegate streetscape improvements, which are part of the City Centre and Beach Master Plan (CCBMP). Two public drop-in events are being held for the projects, which were recently appro

North Ayrshire Council has confirmed its commitment to ensuring quality construction practices with its new buildings. The council’s cabinet yesterday gave the green light to become signatories to the Scottish Construction Quality Improvement Charter (CQIC).

House prices in Scotland's island regions have outpaced those on the mainland in recent years, with a 30% increase since 2018, reaching a median of £182,000, according to a new report from Registers of Scotland. This compares to a 23% rise on the mainland, where the median now stands at £

Specialist flooring contractor Advanced Traditional Screeding (ATS) has appointed Matthew Smith as its first operations director amid rising demand. He steps up from his role as operations manager, a position he has held since joining the Fife company nearly two years ago.

The finalists for the coveted Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) in Scotland Awards 2024 were officially revealed earlier this month, meaning the country’s top construction professionals are now geared up to be recognised by fellow industry leaders. With the awards ceremony set to take pla

Construction and property management consultant Rider Levett Bucknall (RLB UK) has expanded its Edinburgh team following a highly successful first quarter trading out of its new offices in George Street. Shaun Buchan joins as a partner within the Build Asset Consultancy team. With extensive experien

Hazel Davies of Cruden Homes looks at how age-exclusive housing developments could play a crucial role in easing pressure on the market by encouraging downsizing, freeing up larger family homes, and ultimately ensuring a more efficient housing lifecycle. As the UK grapples with a housing market that

A block of six flats is to be developed on a gap site in the Blythswood area of Glasgow city centre. Videre Developments teamed up with Axis Mason Architects to submit the proposals for a site at the junction of Sauchiehall Lane and Blythswood Street earlier this year.

Chartered quantity surveying practice nbm Construction Cost Consultants has announced a series of promotions. Based in central Scotland, nbm delivers cost consultancy services to clients across the UK and beyond in sectors including residential, hotels and leisure, commercial, industrial, education,

TSPC has announced it will hold a free event highlighting the benefits and process of buying a new build home. The event will be held on Thursday 29 August 2024 from 5:30-6.30pm, with local mortgage advisers, solicitors, and housebuilders sharing guidance on all aspects of buying a new property

Scottish Historic Buildings Trust (SBHT) has unveiled proposals for the regeneration of Leith Custom House that include a landmark hybrid-use space incorporating Scotland’s first fully digital museum. The project designed by Richard Murphy Architects aims to deliver ‘a town square for th

Renewable energy consultancy Renew-Able is planning for significant growth after a series of new business wins – including a seven-figure contract in the Caribbean. The Glasgow-based energy solutions 'one-stop shop' has outlined expansion plans to double its team over the next three years as w

It was another successful Forth Road Bridge 10k race for Pitreavie AAC’s Endurance section with 385 runners completing the iconic road race, an important fundraiser for Pitreavie AAC. The club, based in Dunfermline, supports track and field athletes of all ages, as well as its PAACE section fo

Revised proposals for a holiday lodge development have been submitted to Scottish Borders Council. Rutherford Park, located between Carlops and West Linton, is situated on the former Rutherford Castle Estate, and development is being progressed by landowner Sandy Lane Resort Rutherford Ltd.