Plot 7 - The Copper House
This welcoming house, clad in copper and larch, is full of warmth and light. The key design features aim to maximise natural light in the house and the potential for solar power. The additional room at the rear of the garden also offers flexibility for those wishing to work from home.
Key facts about this house
Internal floor area
124m2
Bedrooms
3
Public rooms
2
Accommodation:
Ground Floor: shower room and WC, bedroom 3, kitchen and family area plus utility room.
First floor: master bedroom with en suite, sitting area /study, bedroom 2 and family bathroom.
Key design features include:
- Striking front vestibule that can be closed off by an attractive glass and wood panelled sliding door.
- Fully fitted kitchen with Howden units and solid wood work surfaces.
- Engineered french oak flooring throughout the ground floor and a mixture of french oak and carpets on first floor i.e. french oak in sitting area/study.
- Free standing wood burning stove in family area.
- All bedrooms with built-in cupboards for storage.
- Large upstairs hall that could be used as a study area.
- Glass panelled balustrade/gallery looking down onto the family area below.
- Double height ceilings in family area with two spectacular full length windows overlooking The Green.
- Hemingway designed walled garden that can be accessed by full length bi-fold glass doors from the family room, patio doors from the kitchen and a french door in bedroom 3.
- Solar panels.
- Radiators on ground floor and underfloor heating on first floor.
- Two car parking spaces with car port.
- At the rear of the garden is a single room which could be used as an office, with access separate to the main house. This gives additional privacy and creative opportunities for an additional space in an outstanding house.
Architect: David Somerville Architects
David Somerville Architects was founded in 1998 with the aim of creating buildings that are sensitive to the needs of the people that use them and the environment in which we live.
The practice now has two architects, David Somerville and Chris Gratton. Both are involved in all aspects of design, construction and management, and have many years experience of designing public and private buildings. They have developed a good awareness of specific issues related to the design and construction of buildings in the Highlands and Islands which is crucial in creating buildings that are innovative in meeting people’s practical needs, while being sensitive to local traditions and environments.
Plot 9.2 - Three on Nine
One of a terrace of three, this unique 3-bedroom mid terrace home creates a distinct sense of place. The property includes furnishings by IKEA. The bright and airy interiors feature double height ceilings to allow maximum heat transfer, and the property is heated using an air source heat pump and solar panels.
Key facts about this house:
Internal floor area
110m2
Bedrooms
3
Public rooms
1
Accommodation:
Ground Floor: shower room with WC, kitchen, utility, living/dining area.
First Floor: master bedroom, 2 further bedrooms and family bathroom.
Key design features include:
- Two front entrances – one directly into an enclosed hallway that leads into the kitchen or through the utility area and into the garden, also a second more formal entrance into a hallway that opens into the open plan living area.
- Open plan living area with south-facing, large floor to ceiling windows.
- Fully fitted IKEA kitchen with Neff appliances and double height ceilings.
- Upstairs hallway with gallery area looking down onto the kitchen.
- Master bedroom with a dual aspect and full length window overlooking the garden, a triple fitted wardrobe with pelmet lights and a mezzanine level.
- Bedroom two and three with fitted wardrobes and mezzanine level, also full length windows looking out to the garden.
- Fully tiled family bathroom with a shower over the bath plus ground floor shower room.
- Wood effect vinyl flooring on ground floor and carpets on stairs and first floor.
- Air source heat pump and solar water heating plus grey water system hearing recovery.
- On road car parking.
Architect: Graham Mitchell Architects
GMA are a youthful and energetic practice, with the company recording steady growth in client base, project value and reputation since its inception.
We work in a flexible team structure within a creative group of seven. The project teams are formed dependent on project type and resources and each member is encouraged to participate at all levels. By observing and learning from the richness of location and place we aim to develop appropriate contemporary architecture that is contextually rooted.
Plot 17 - The Secret Garden
A simply designed three bedroom family home that offers a new take on traditional Highland houses and gardens. The large windows and open interiors provide plenty of natural light and increase proximity to the garden and wider landscape – an ideal environment in which a family can lead a modern sustainable lifestyle.
Key facts about this house
Internal floor area
137m2
Bedrooms
3
Public rooms
2
Accommodation:
Ground floor: entrance hall, WC, stairs to the first floor, open plan living dining area with study area, kitchen and utility room.
First floor: Master bedroom with en-suite, bedroom 2 and 3, family bathroom and storage cupboards.
Key design features include:
- Slatted skylight running the full width of the living area, drawing light into the house.
- Living room with large feature slate hearth fireplace with a wood burning stove.
- Study area off living room.
- IKEA fitted kitchen with high quality appliances including built-in coffee maker.
- Scottish larch is used both inside and out to create a warm, natural feel.
- Double height ceilings in living area and first floor accommodation.
- The master bedroom with exposed feature beam, large floor to ceiling windows, two large fitted wardrobes and en suite.
- Second and third bedrooms with mezzanine levels to allow creative use of space.
- Mixture of slate tiles and wooden flooring on ground floor and wooden flooring thoughout first floor.
- Generous garden, accessed via patio doors in the dining area or via french doors in the living area, and featuring raised beds, lawn, patio and seating area.
- Double carport with power supply and belfast sink – an ideal place to store outside machinery, wet/dry outdoor clothing and to clean muddy boots.
Architect: Rural Design Architects
Rural Design is a practice of award winning architects based on the Isle of Skye, working throughout the Highlands of Scotland.
We consciously avoid a prescriptive style, with each project being based upon a rigorous analysis of the client’s requirements, the site and the landscape context.
Our work is characterised by a crisp and contemporary approach, always grounded by an understanding of history and a respect for the environment.
We approach each project with the same guiding view, a unique proposition that requires a unique solution.
Plot 18 - The Whole Life House
A unique three bedroom, three bathroom home designed for optimum flexibility, to meet the needs of growing and changing families. The heart of the home, the main house, is complemented by a ground floor annexe that can be used as lifestyle demands dictate. The property also features sophisticated insulation, solar panels , zoned heating and off road parking.
Key facts about this house
Internal floor area
165m2
Bedrooms
3 (potential for 4)
Public rooms
3 (including sunspace)
Accommodation:
Ground floor: kitchen, living/dining and sunroom.
Annexe: bedroom 3, family room, utility and shower room with WC.
First floor: master bedroom with en suite, private sunspace, bedroom 2 and family bathroom.
Key design features include:
- Flexible annexe space with family room, bedroom 3, utility and shower room.
- Fully fitted Ashley Ann kitchen with solid wood worktops and Neff appliances.
- Exposed beams in kitchen and living room areas and built in shelving storage.
- Sunroom with double height ceilings, french doors into the garden, two raised level picture windows and one large Velux window for maximum light.
- The distinctive wooden staircase leading from the kitchen to the first floor.
- Master bedroom and with built-in wardrobe and cupboard, plus en suite double shower.
- Private sunspace/seating area off master bedroom, looking down into the sunroom.
- Bedroom 2 with built-in wardrobe.
- Slate flooring thoughout ground floor, except the utility and shower room which has slate effect vinyl. Carpets on the staircase and all first floor accommodation.
- Underfloor heating and gas condensing boiler.
- Solar panels used for additional hot water.
- Garden with patio area.
- 2 car parking spaces.
A home that offers an imaginative approach to modern
family life, allowing you to live in and recreate spaces
as occasion demands.
Architect: Brennan & Wilson Architects
Brennan & Wilson Architects is an award winning design practice based in Dunbar, East Lothian. Specialising in sustainability, the practice works on a variety of housing, community and arts based projects.
Plot 26.1 - The Hardcore Softhouse
This semi-detached three bedroom house is built from sustainable materials and offers flexible living spaces that can be adapted to suit the owner’s needs. The property is heated via an air source heat pump and underfloor heating.
Key facts about this house
Internal floor area
113m2
Bedrooms
3
Public rooms
2
Accommodation:
Ground Floor: sunspace, living area, kitchen, dining and WC.
First Floor: master bedroom with en suite, two further bedrooms, family bathroom, study area.
Key design features include:
- Striking entrance with full length windows and a double height ceiling fitted with four Velux windows.
- Open plan ground floor with fully fitted Ashley Ann kitchen and Neff appliances.
- Living and dining areas both with french doors that lead out into the garden.
- Feature wood burning stove in living area.
- Ground floor WC.
- Attractive under stairs shelving and units for storage.
- Generous family bathroom has a shower over the bath.
- Master bedroom with en suite shower room, featuring a distinctive sliding door, which opens onto a gallery looking down onto the living area.
- Air source heat pump and underfloor on ground floor and radiators on first floor.
- Off road parking for two cars.
With its large windows, relaxed open plan ground floor and galleried first floor, this is a distinctive home full of sunshine and warmth – a great environment for a thriving family.
Architect: studioKAP
studioKAP is an architectural practice based in Glasgow, drawing on expertise from the UK and abroad to inform a steadily growing body of award-winning work.
Our spread of activity is predominantly residential but also includes work in community healthcare, leisure, urban design and the arts. Built projects to date range in scale from £25k to £5M and cover both an extensive involvement with existing (often listed) buildings and new-build work.
Plot 2.1 - The Stone House
A unique end terrace family home. This house has 3 bedrooms and kitchen on the ground floor level orientated around a private garden. Open plan living areas are on the upper level with access to a private terrace.
Key facts about this house
Internal floor area
148m2
Bedrooms
3
Public rooms
Open plan upper floor
Design: The Stone House is characterised by its outer skin of ‘riven’ Caithness stone.
Construction: The Stone House is constructed of an internal timber framed structure with outer skin of Caithness stone, slate and larch.
Architect: NORD
NORD (Northern Office for Research and Design) was founded by Robin Lee and Alan Pert in July 2002. In 2005 the co-directors were included in the Architects Journal exhibition ‘40 Under 40’ at the Victoria and Albert Museum. The exhibition showcased the best young practices in the UK.
As well as providing innovative and award-winning services within architecture, NORD specialise in furniture and product design. A multi-disciplinary approach ensures that design solutions are thoroughly researched and co-ordinated with clients’ requirements.
NORD work closely with their clients to understand their needs and ambitions, offering solutions that are creatively strong, ensuring added benefits and value.
Plot 2.2 - The Stone House
A unique mid terrace family home. This house has 3 bedrooms and kitchen on the ground floor level orientated around a private garden. Open plan living areas are on the upper level with access to a private terrace.
Key facts about this house
Internal floor area
148m2
Bedrooms
3
Public rooms
Open plan upper floor
Design: The Stone House is characterised by its outer skin of ‘riven’ Caithness stone.
Construction: The Stone House is constructed of an internal timber framed structure with outer skin of Caithness stone, slate and larch.
Architect: NORD
NORD (Northern Office for Research and Design) was founded by Robin Lee and Alan Pert in July 2002. In 2005 the co-directors were included in the Architects Journal exhibition ‘40 Under 40’ at the Victoria and Albert Museum. The exhibition showcased the best young practices in the UK.
As well as providing innovative and award-winning services within architecture, NORD specialise in furniture and product design. A multi-disciplinary approach ensures that design solutions are thoroughly researched and co-ordinated with clients’ requirements.
NORD work closely with their clients to understand their needs and ambitions, offering solutions that are creatively strong, ensuring added benefits and value.
Plot 2.3 - The Stone House
A unique mid terrace family home. This house has 3 bedrooms and kitchen on the ground floor level orientated around a private garden. Open plan living areas are on the upper level with access to a private terrace.
Key facts about this house
Internal floor area
148m2
Bedrooms
3
Public rooms
Open plan upper floor
Design: The Stone House is characterised by its outer skin of ‘riven’ Caithness stone.
Construction: The Stone House is constructed of an internal timber framed structure with outer skin of Caithness stone, slate and larch.
Architect: NORD
NORD (Northern Office for Research and Design) was founded by Robin Lee and Alan Pert in July 2002. In 2005 the co-directors were included in the Architects Journal exhibition ‘40 Under 40’ at the Victoria and Albert Museum. The exhibition showcased the best young practices in the UK.
As well as providing innovative and award-winning services within architecture, NORD specialise in furniture and product design. A multi-disciplinary approach ensures that design solutions are thoroughly researched and co-ordinated with clients’ requirements.
NORD work closely with their clients to understand their needs and ambitions, offering solutions that are creatively strong, ensuring added benefits and value.
Plot 2.4 - The Stone House
A unique end terrace family home. This house has 3 bedrooms and kitchen on the ground floor level orientated around a private garden. Open plan living areas are on the upper level with access to a private terrace.
Key facts about this house
Internal floor area
148m2
Bedrooms
3
Public rooms
Open plan upper floor
Design: The Stone House is characterised by its outer skin of ‘riven’ Caithness stone.
Construction: The Stone House is constructed of an internal timber framed structure with outer skin of Caithness stone, slate and larch.
Architect: NORD
NORD (Northern Office for Research and Design) was founded by Robin Lee and Alan Pert in July 2002. In 2005 the co-directors were included in the Architects Journal exhibition ‘40 Under 40’ at the Victoria and Albert Museum. The exhibition showcased the best young practices in the UK.
As well as providing innovative and award-winning services within architecture, NORD specialise in furniture and product design. A multi-disciplinary approach ensures that design solutions are thoroughly researched and co-ordinated with clients’ requirements.
NORD work closely with their clients to understand their needs and ambitions, offering solutions that are creatively strong, ensuring added benefits and value.
Plot 5 - The Corner House
A 3 bedroom, live/work detached home, which uses simple design to create a sustainable modern approach to living. The live/work units are positioned at either end of the plot and are connected by a ‘garden wall’ which provides privacy and protection to the courtyard garden.
Key facts about this house
Internal floor area
House – 140m2
Workshop – 22m2
Bedrooms
3
Public rooms
2
Design: A passive solution using the design to promote natural ventilation and heating through the house by means of large south facing windows and a double height void in the living space.
Construction: Prefabricated structural, insulated timber panel roof and wall construction with facing brick, larch wall cladding and an exposed synthetic rubber roofing membrane.
Architect: JM Architects
JM Architects has developed into one of the UK’s foremost architectural practices since its formation in 1960.
We provide design services in architecture, masterplanning, urban planning, interior design, 3D visualisation and sustainability.
We understand that the success of any project hinges on a good relationship between client and architect: and adopt a collaborative, balanced and integrated approach.
By meeting the aspirations of our clients, we create buildings and spaces that relate well to their surroundings and provide end-users with flexibility of use.
Our aim: to create the best spaces, buildings and places with a level of design excellence that satisfies, delights and inspires.
Plot 6 - Woodrock
A bold 3 bedroom, detached house of two boxes of honest industry. One in a timber skin floating above the other in white, with penetrations into each skin to form a balcony and windows.
Key facts about this house
Internal floor area
House – 143m2
Workshop – 22m2
Bedrooms
3
Public rooms
1
Design: A site-responsive design that takes full advantage of orientation to assist in heating the house and maximize available views.
Construction: Cellulose insulation with a traditional timber frame that is also clad with wood fibre insulation to achieve optimum thermal efficiency.
Architect: AIM Design
AIM is a multi-discipline Design and Architecture Practice based in Dundee Scotland offering a range of services including concept design, feasibilities, the full range of chartered architects services, master planning, conservation, zero carbon initiatives, interior design, visualisation and animation, graphic design, interpretive planning, exhibition design, brand awareness and marketing.
AIM has won a series of awards for design excellence ranging from single house projects to mixed use developments and promote a studio approach in research and collaboration to produce dynamic yet appropriate project solutions for our extensive client base.
Plot 9.1 - Three on Nine
Home, family and community within the Highland context created this unique end terrace 3 bedroom home, creating a distinct sense of place.
Key facts about this house:
Internal floor area
110m2
Bedrooms
3
Public rooms
1
Accommodation:
Ground Floor: shower room with WC, kitchen, utility, living/dining area.
First Floor: master bedroom, 2 further bedrooms and family bathroom.
Key design features include:
- Two front entrances – one directly into an enclosed hallway that leads into the kitchen or through the utility area and into the garden, also a second more formal entrance into a hallway that opens into the open plan living area.
- Open plan living area with south-facing, large floor to ceiling windows.
- Fully fitted IKEA kitchen with Neff appliances and double height ceilings.
- Upstairs hallway with gallery area looking down onto the kitchen.
- Master bedroom with a dual aspect and full length window overlooking the garden, a triple fitted wardrobe with pelmet lights and a mezzanine level.
- Bedroom two and three with fitted wardrobes and mezzanine level, also full length windows looking out to the garden.
- Fully tiled family bathroom with a shower over the bath plus ground floor shower room.
- Wood effect vinyl flooring on ground floor and carpets on stairs and first floor.
- Air source heat pump and solar water heating plus grey water system hearing recovery.
- On road car parking.
Architect: Graham Mitchell Architects
GMA are a youthful and energetic practice, with the company recording steady growth in client base, project value and reputation since its inception.
We work in a flexible team structure within a creative group of seven. The project teams are formed dependent on project type and resources and each member is encouraged to participate at all levels. By observing and learning from the richness of location and place we aim to develop appropriate contemporary architecture that is contextually rooted.
Plot 9.3 - Three on Nine
Home, family and community within the Highland context created this unique end terrace 3 bedroom home, creating a distinct sense of place.
Key facts about this house:
Internal floor area
110m2
Bedrooms
3
Public rooms
1
Accommodation:
Ground Floor: shower room with WC, kitchen, utility, living/dining area.
First Floor: master bedroom, 2 further bedrooms and family bathroom.
Key design features include:
- Two front entrances – one directly into an enclosed hallway that leads into the kitchen or through the utility area and into the garden, also a second more formal entrance into a hallway that opens into the open plan living area.
- Open plan living area with south-facing, large floor to ceiling windows.
- Fully fitted IKEA kitchen with Neff appliances and double height ceilings.
- Upstairs hallway with gallery area looking down onto the kitchen.
- Master bedroom with a dual aspect and full length window overlooking the garden, a triple fitted wardrobe with pelmet lights and a mezzanine level.
- Bedroom two and three with fitted wardrobes and mezzanine level, also full length windows looking out to the garden.
- Fully tiled family bathroom with a shower over the bath plus ground floor shower room.
- Wood effect vinyl flooring on ground floor and carpets on stairs and first floor.
- Air source heat pump and solar water heating plus grey water system hearing recovery.
- On road car parking.
Architect: Graham Mitchell Architects
GMA are a youthful and energetic practice, with the company recording steady growth in client base, project value and reputation since its inception.
We work in a flexible team structure within a creative group of seven. The project teams are formed dependent on project type and resources and each member is encouraged to participate at all levels. By observing and learning from the richness of location and place we aim to develop appropriate contemporary architecture that is contextually rooted.
Plot 11.1 - The Passive House
An innovative, 3 bedroom end terrace home demonstrating the future of low energy housing. This is a house that requires little or no energy use for heating or cooling.
Key facts about this house
Internal floor area
107m2
Bedrooms
3
Public rooms
1
Design: A house that requires little or no energy use for heating or cooling.
Construction: Prefabricated closed timber panel system, including wall, floor and roof cassettes.
Architect: HLM Architects
HLM is a creatively focused organisation which operates with the belief that good design and architecture enhances the quality of life and environment for current and future generations. We recognise the importance of design quality, sustainability and innovation, and projects are driven by this in pursuit of overall design excellence.
We are committed to providing the highest levels of service and advice, and delivering high quality and elegant design solutions. We are proud of the close relationships that we have developed with our clients, and the extent of repeat work that has resulted from the success of adopting this philosophy.
Plot 11.2 - The Passive House
An innovative, 3 bedroom mid terrace home demonstrating the future of low energy housing. This is a house that requires little or no energy use for heating or cooling.
Key facts about this house
Internal floor area
107m2
Bedrooms
3
Public rooms
1
Design: A house that requires little or no energy use for heating or cooling.
Construction: Prefabricated closed timber panel system, including wall, floor and roof cassettes.
Architect: HLM Architects
HLM is a creatively focused organisation which operates with the belief that good design and architecture enhances the quality of life and environment for current and future generations. We recognise the importance of design quality, sustainability and innovation, and projects are driven by this in pursuit of overall design excellence.
We are committed to providing the highest levels of service and advice, and delivering high quality and elegant design solutions. We are proud of the close relationships that we have developed with our clients, and the extent of repeat work that has resulted from the success of adopting this philosophy.
Plot 11.3 - The Passive House
An innovative, 3 bedroom end terrace home demonstrating the future of low energy housing. This is a house that requires little or no energy use for heating or cooling.
Key facts about this house
Internal floor area
107m2
Bedrooms
3
Public rooms
1
Design: A house that requires little or no energy use for heating or cooling.
Construction: Prefabricated closed timber panel system, including wall, floor and roof cassettes.
Architect: HLM Architects
HLM is a creatively focused organisation which operates with the belief that good design and architecture enhances the quality of life and environment for current and future generations. We recognise the importance of design quality, sustainability and innovation, and projects are driven by this in pursuit of overall design excellence.
We are committed to providing the highest levels of service and advice, and delivering high quality and elegant design solutions. We are proud of the close relationships that we have developed with our clients, and the extent of repeat work that has resulted from the success of adopting this philosophy.
Plot 14 - The Skylight Home
A healthy, breathing, 4 bedroom detached home, centred around a dynamic living space which adapts to suit the time of day. Generous and light-filled during the day then cosy and intimate at night.
Key facts about this house
Internal floor area
134m2
Bedrooms
4
Public rooms
2
Design: A dynamic breathing permeable insulated roof, drawing fresh air directly through the insulation and in the process heating and cooling the air passively.
Construction: Timber frame construction, with dynamic insulated roof, standing seam zinc roof covering, and natural larch clad walls.
Architect: Richard Murphy Architects
Richard Murphy founded his practice in 1991. Its early reputation was built on highly crafted and innovative domestic work in the Edinburgh area.
The practice has since won an unprecedented 17 RIBA Awards, and has considerable experience in the arts, education, housing, health, public and community use and master planning across the UK and Ireland, Europe and Sri Lanka. Richard Murphy Architects defined their goals as: to make architecture equally of its place and of its time.
Plot 15 - The Modular House
Key facts about this house
Internal floor area
169m2
Bedrooms
4
Public rooms
3
Accommodation:
Ground Floor: kitchen, dining room.
First Floor: Lounge, 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
Key design features include:
- Large dining area leads in to a family-sized eating kitchen, which is partially open from above.
- Fully fitted Ashley Ann kitchen. Appliances include a wine fridge, Neff Induction hob oven, combination microwave, cooker hood, integrated dishwasher, fridge and freezer
- Large first-floored lounge, with Juliet balcony which overlooks the landscaped garden.
- Air exhaust heat pump system concentrates heat, using this to feed the hot water and heating systems.
The property has been designed with the environmentally-aware home owner in mind using new and existing building materials and technologies in pioneering new ways to provide an efficient and comfortable home.
Architect: Bracewell Stirling
Bracewell Stirling is a long established practice with an extremely successful office in Inverness. The practice strives to push the boundaries of new and existing building materials and technologies, using them in new ways to provide efficient and comfortable homes that are within the reach of everyone.
The Modular House is an opportunity to design a bespoke house with features that are transferable to benefit mainstream housing, embracing the philosophy of off-site manufacturing and stepping toward ‘zero carbon’ building.
Plot 16 - White House
This 3 bedroom, detached house exploits the potential of new construction technologies to develop a new house-type – ‘the suburban loft’ – appropriate for modern living.
Key facts about this house
Internal floor area
155m2
Bedrooms
3
Public rooms
1
Design: Large, open plan loft area containing kitchen, dining and living areas.
Construction: Cross-laminated timber panel structure with a resin based external coating on walls and roof.
Architect: Graeme Massie Architects
Established in 2004, Graeme Massie Architects has rapidly established a reputation, nationally and internationally, for producing innovative architecture and design of the highest quality. The practice’s work encompasses building, master planning, landscaping, furniture design and public art. The practice has enjoyed remarkable success in a number of high-profile open design competitions and is presently undertaking a range of projects both in the UK and abroad. Graeme Massie Architects has received many awards including the Architect of the Year Award at the 2010 Scottish Design Awards, the Royal Scottish Academy Medal for Architecture, and was named as one of the top ten emerging practices worldwide by design magazine Wallpaper.
Plot 19 - Twin Peaks
This 4 bedroom, detached house features double volume design that creates a flexible family living space.
Key facts about this house
Internal floor area
150m2
Bedrooms
4
Public rooms
1
Design: The house is made up of two primary volumes: a ‘closed’ north volume provides an environmental buffer whilst giving privacy to the occupants. An ‘open’ south volume provides maximum passive solar gain and a direct connection with the garden.
Construction: Timber frame breathing wall construction, wrapped in a proprietary insulated render system.
Architect: Joseph Thurrott Architects
The work of Joseph Thurrott Architects is not based on a particular style or singular approach. We seek to explore all the intrinsic possibilities that each project has to offer within a framework of continuous dialogue with clients, consultants and communities.
A holistic approach: The complex process of making meaningful places begins by asking the right questions. Our response to each particular aspect of the design challenge is measured by the awareness of how much energy the built environment consumes and our aspiration to minimise our carbon footprint within this environment.
Plot 21 - Black House
In seeking to develop an innovative spatial language appropriate to the Scottish Highlands in the twenty-first century, this 3 bedroom, detached house utilises innovative construction methods to redefine the relationship between house, garden and the wider landscape.
Key facts about this house
Internal floor area
116m2
Bedrooms
3
Public rooms
1
Design: Each room has a large fully glazed external wall to establish a close relationship between inside and out.
Construction: Cross-laminated timber panel structure with a resin based external coating to walls and roofs.
Architect: Graeme Massie Architects
Established in 2004, Graeme Massie Architects has rapidly established a reputation, nationally and internationally, for producing innovative architecture and design of the highest quality. The practice’s work encompasses building, master planning, landscaping, furniture design and public art. The practice has enjoyed remarkable success in a number of high-profile open design competitions and is presently undertaking a range of projects both in the UK and abroad. Graeme Massie Architects has received many awards including the Architect of the Year Award at the 2010 Scottish Design Awards, the Royal Scottish Academy Medal for Architecture, and was named as one of the top ten emerging practices worldwide by design magazine Wallpaper.
Plot 22.1 - House HS
A simple envelope, with a rich interior. A sustainable, adaptable and flexible semi-detached 3 bedroom home.
Key facts about this house
Internal floor area
109m2
Bedrooms
3
Public rooms
3
Design: A highly insulated ‘breathing’ envelope using materials that can be recycled or from natural, sustainable sources. A flexible internal layout.
Construction: Timber frame structure with Scottish larch cladding, zinc cladding and roofing.
Architect: Malcolm Fraser Architects
Malcolm Fraser Architects’ design philosophy is to find simple solutions to complex problems.
Our designs attempt to foster rich relationships with the natural and built environment. We focus on such issues as: orientation to sun, view and light; movement in and around a building; connections between internal and external spaces; and materials and their sensory impact. We want to create buildings where the architecture only truly comes alive in when in use. Our primary concern is the users: how they are drawn into a building, how practical they find it, and how well they can connect with its context.
Plot 22.2 - House HS
A simple envelope, with a rich interior. A sustainable, adaptable and flexible semi-detached 3 bedroom home.
Key facts about this house
Internal floor area
109m2
Bedrooms
3
Public rooms
3
Design: A highly insulated ‘breathing’ envelope using materials that can be recycled or from natural, sustainable sources. A flexible internal layout.
Construction: Timber frame structure with Scottish larch cladding, zinc cladding and roofing.
Architect: Malcolm Fraser Architects
Malcolm Fraser Architects’ design philosophy is to find simple solutions to complex problems.
Our designs attempt to foster rich relationships with the natural and built environment. We focus on such issues as: orientation to sun, view and light; movement in and around a building; connections between internal and external spaces; and materials and their sensory impact. We want to create buildings where the architecture only truly comes alive in when in use. Our primary concern is the users: how they are drawn into a building, how practical they find it, and how well they can connect with its context.
Plot 23.1 - The Skewed House
This 3 bedroom, detached house embraces the benefits of courtyard living and offers an attractive mix of affordable, energy efficient accommodation.
Key facts about this house
Internal floor area
87m2
Bedrooms
3
Public rooms
1
Design: The skewed ridge of the roof generates unexpected forms for the rooms below. Wrapped in cedar shingles, it avoids the monotonous, ‘one-size-fits-all’ approach which often generates anodyne, anonymous accommodation.
Construction: The building is single storey with a heavily insulated timber frame structure, over-clad in cedar shingles.
Architect: Oliver Chapman Architects
Oliver Chapman Architects was formed in 1997 and is based in Edinburgh’s Old Town. It is recognised as an RIBA Chartered Practice which has garnered a number of awards and gained media recognition for its highly crafted approach to design developed through a close dialogue with its clients.
Oliver Chapman is qualified as a BREEAM EcoHomes Assessor and the firm has expanded its expertise into various building types, especially designing for people with disabilities and sustainable design.
The practice’s development is characterised by gradual expansion, low staff turnover and careful management of the design process.
Plot 23.2 - The Skewed House
This 3 bedroom, detached house embraces the benefits of courtyard living and offers an attractive mix of affordable, energy efficient accommodation.
Key facts about this house
Internal floor area
87m2
Bedrooms
3
Public rooms
1
Design: The skewed ridge of the roof generates unexpected forms for the rooms below. Wrapped in cedar shingles, it avoids the monotonous, ‘one-size-fits-all’ approach which often generates anodyne, anonymous accommodation.
Construction: The building is single storey with a heavily insulated timber frame structure, over-clad in cedar shingles.
Architect: Oliver Chapman Architects
Oliver Chapman Architects was formed in 1997 and is based in Edinburgh’s Old Town. It is recognised as an RIBA Chartered Practice which has garnered a number of awards and gained media recognition for its highly crafted approach to design developed through a close dialogue with its clients.
Oliver Chapman is qualified as a BREEAM EcoHomes Assessor and the firm has expanded its expertise into various building types, especially designing for people with disabilities and sustainable design.
The practice’s development is characterised by gradual expansion, low staff turnover and careful management of the design process.
Plot 25 - The Flower House
With a vibrant, innovative and distinctive identity, this 3 bedroom, detached house tackles environmental issues head on but remains delightful and user-friendly. The outcome is a home that is both joyful and serious.
Key facts about this house
Internal floor area
133m2
Bedrooms
3
Public rooms
1
Design: Sunspace, solar panels, natural light, water conservation, prefabricated, draft-proof, natural renewable materials, minimised wastage, whole-house ventilation, energy conservation and flowers.
Construction: Precision-engineered cross-laminated timber panel system, wood fibre insulation with horizontal timber cladding.
Architect: a+j burridge
a+j burridge is a flourishing practice with a growing reputation for design flair and attention to detail. Described in the national press as ‘cutting edge’, their work is contemporary, characterised by light spaces, the use of natural materials and a conscientious approach to sustainability.
With over 25 years of experience, Andrew and Jane Burridge honed their skills working on high quality projects for blue-chip clients before establishing their practice in Edinburgh in 2006. Skilled at producing remarkable and functional buildings in harmony with the client’s vision, a+j burridge are architects who design buildings that people love.
Plot 26.2 - The Hardcore Softhouse
This semi-detached three bedroom house is built from sustainable materials and offers flexible living spaces that can be adapted to suit the owner’s needs. The property is heated via an air source heat pump and underfloor heating.
Key facts about this house
Internal floor area
113m2
Bedrooms
3
Public rooms
2
Accommodation:
Ground Floor: sunspace, living area, kitchen, dining and WC.
First Floor: master bedroom with en suite, two further bedrooms, family bathroom, study area.
Key design features include:
- Striking entrance with full length windows and a double height ceiling fitted with four Velux windows.
- Open plan ground floor with fully fitted Ashley Ann kitchen and Neff appliances.
- Living and dining areas both with french doors that lead out into the garden.
- Feature wood burning stove in living area.
- Ground floor WC.
- Attractive under stairs shelving and units for storage.
- Generous family bathroom has a shower over the bath.
- Master bedroom with en suite shower room, featuring a distinctive sliding door, which opens onto a gallery looking down onto the living area.
- Air source heat pump and underfloor on ground floor and radiators on first floor.
- Off road parking for two cars.
With its large windows, relaxed open plan ground floor and galleried first floor, this is a distinctive home full of sunshine and warmth – a great environment for a thriving family.
Architect: studioKAP
studioKAP is an architectural practice based in Glasgow, drawing on expertise from the UK and abroad to inform a steadily growing body of award-winning work.
Our spread of activity is predominantly residential but also includes work in community healthcare, leisure, urban design and the arts. Built projects to date range in scale from £25k to £5M and cover both an extensive involvement with existing (often listed) buildings and new-build work.
Plot 27 - House NS
A simple building envelope with a rich interior. A sustainable, adaptable, flexible detached family home with 3 bedrooms.
Key facts about this house
Internal floor area
109m2
Bedrooms
3
Public rooms
2
Design: A highly insulated ‘breathing’ envelope using materials that can be recycled or from natural, sustainable sources. A flexible internal layout.
Construction: Timber frame structure with Scottish larch cladding and zinc roofing.
Architect: Malcolm Fraser Architects
Malcolm Fraser Architects’ design philosophy is to find simple solutions to complex problems. Our designs attempt to foster rich relationships with the natural and built environment. We focus on such issues as: orientation to sun, view and light; movement in and around a building; connections between internal and external spaces; and materials and their sensory impact. We want to create buildings where the architecture only truly comes alive in when in use. Our primary concern is the users: how they are drawn into a building, how practical they find it, and how well they can connect with its context.
