Search:

GDL on site in Chryston The team at Ground Developments Ltd (GDL) has begun work on three new contracts to deliver soil modification and earthworks packages that will facilitate new-build housing for three major housebuilders to construct their new homes across Scotland.

Springfield Properties has received planning consent for 94 new homes in Banff, Aberdeenshire. The local authority approved plans for private and affordable homes, which will be located just off Golden Knowes Road, to the edge of the town.

The townscape around the historic Arbroath Abbey is beginning to change as 40 new homes begin to emerge in the Abbey Quarter. Twelfth century meets the 21st on the rise just off the A92 Montrose Road in what is the latest clear signal of efforts to transform and reconnect the town and its people - p

How can we fund social infrastructure through land value capture? Prof Mark Stephens talks through some of the options from his new research. All advanced economies face challenges of paying for social infrastructure including affordable housing and schools, as well as the challenge of paying for ma

The search to find the UK’s most inspiring young surveyors who have made a significant contribution to the built environment is now underway following the opening of entries for the annual RICS Matrics Young Surveyor of the Year Awards (YSOYA). The YSOYA celebrate the diverse range of young talent

Artists have unveiled their new concept for a major riverside artwork in Inverness to replace the controversial “tilting pier” project. Sans façon and OSA say their new artwork, entitled ‘My Ness’ and sited at the Little Isle Pool, Fisherman’s Car Park, will provide “a focal point for p

Brodick Ferry Terminal wins UK infrastructure award Caledonian Maritime Assets Limited (CMAL) has picked up an award for the extensive upgrade of Brodick Ferry Terminal.

MIXED USE and NON-RESIDENTIAL Applicant: Persimmon Homes East Scotland

Window, door and conservatory supplier Sidey has achieved zero waste land fill and 100 percent recycling from its manufacturing plant following a ten-year environmental plan. The firm has also increased the amount of recycled materials used and achieved the top environmental accreditation ISO 14001:

Work to develop a vacant Aberdeen office block into a Costa Coffee drive-thru has been completed by West Coast Estates and handed over for final fit-out. The Tullos outlet, on the corner of Abbotswell Road and Wellington Road, will be Aberdeen’s largest Costa Coffee and its second drive-thru in th

In the wake of Mental Health Awareness Week earlier this month, a new website portal has been launched which provides free resources and advice for organisations within the construction industry to help build a positive mental health culture. Every working day, two construction workers take their ow

Perth housebuilder celebrates Homes for Scotland recognition Perth-based housebuilder Stephen has won a prestigious award for its role in what will ultimately become Scotland’s largest new town.

CALA's Ian Conway with Corpus Christi Primary School pupil Freya Duffy CALA Homes (West) has earned top marks from Glasgow’s Corpus Christi Primary School after supporting its campaign to install a £90,000 state-of the-art playground.

There’s no denying it, homebuyers face an emotional rollercoaster when it comes to finding the right property. You can spend months searching for a property that ticks all the right boxes, so when you eventually find one, the priority is making sure your offer is accepted. Propertymark asked its m

Kevin Eadie alongside the first FIX tram Windows, doors and conservatories company CR Smith has posted positive results for the 18 month period ending 31 August 2017 with both turnover and profits showing an increase.