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In the Czech Republic, refurbishment of family houses dating from the 1970s is often not worthwhile and a good number of these properties are demolished. This was the case with a house in Rudná near Prague, which the owner had decided to demolish. However, quotes from companies to do the work

A transformed former school entrance hall and staircase has been reopened, signifying a major milestone at one of Edinburgh’s most high-profile property developments. Senior pupils from Boroughmuir High School were on hand to cut the ribbon at the formal entrance to the grade-B Edinburgh landm

Local construction businesses are being urged to take part in a key survey launched by South Lanarkshire Council. The responses will help South Lanarkshire Council understand the area’s strengths, and areas for development.

A site manager from Barratt Developments Scotland has scooped a top national award for quality in the job from the National House Building Council (NHBC). Shaun Quinn of Barratt Homes’ Pentland View development in Roslin took home the prestigious Scotland Regional Award in the large builder ca

Glasgow City Council has approved plans for 40 flats for social rent on vacant land around a historic Calton church.

Dualchas Architects has submitted plans to build 16 affordable homes at Dunvegan on the Isle of Skye, including a possible four self-build plots. The joint venture between the Highland Council and the Lochalsh and Skye Housing Association will deliver rural homes for rent close to Dunvegan Prim

Hebridean Housing Partnership (HHP) has successfully completed the second phase of development at Sinclair Avenue on the Isle of Lewis.

The first employee at Springfield Properties has picked up his fully electric company car following the business’ introduction of zero-emissions company vehicles to staff. The implementation of fully electric company cars to employees is part of a wider strategy for the Springfield group

Bancon Homes will be the headline sponsor for Banchory Bonfire and Fireworks Display to be held on Saturday 6 November at King George V Park.

Police have launched an investigation into reports that a group of youths rode a stolen JCB steamroller through a housing estate. Footage posted online shows the moment the youngsters chant loudly and drive the machine through Wallacetown in Ayr, on October 13, about 10.30pm.

Residential developer HUB has teamed up with sustainable and impact investor Bridges Fund Management to acquire a 2.6-acre site on Baltic Street in Leith.

Detailed plans, comprising 94 flats and 48 colony style homes, have been prepared to bring a derelict brownfield site and home of a former care home back to life as part of the £1.3 billion Granton Waterfront regeneration project.

Commercial property consultancy FG Burnett (FGB) has appointed Corrie Deans as a director within its property management department. Mr Deans brings extensive facilities management experience to the business, having worked for OCS Group in a key FM role. In his new position with FGB, Corrie wil

Morris & Spottiswood has appointed Brian Pettigrew as director of its housing division, incorporating private housing arm Crosbie Homes. Bringing a wealth of experience from across the industry, Mr Pettigrew's addition to the team will allow Morris & Spottiswood to increase focus on dev

The Scottish Futures Trust (SFT) has performed a pivotal role in helping Scotland come through the pandemic from maintaining construction on essential building sites to launching an innovative forecast tool to support investment and jobs in the construction sector, a report from the infrastructure b