Building & Renovating Guide 2018

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WELCOME

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hey say ignorance is bliss. That is certainly not the case when it comes to building work. Knowledge is key, or having as much of it as possible, before the project starts. Whether it’s a brand-new house, an extension or a kitchen update, it’s wise to do the research now. The good news is we’re here to help.

This year’s edition of the Building & Renovating Guide, free with Homes & Interiors Scotland, carries on being the definitive source for those who want the best advice to help turn dreams into reality. Need inspiration? Read how the beach house in Elie on the front cover, purpose-built by leading firm Designworks, came to be in the current issue of Homes & Interiors Scotland.

FEATURES

CASE STUDIES

BUSINESS PROFILES

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Cameron Interiors

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Home Control Scotland

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Kitchens International

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Oakwrights Scotland

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Stockwell Stair Solutions

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Strathearn

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TJ Ross

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Victor Paris

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VICTORIAN AGE

A villa goes back in time

CASHFLOW

Experts on money matters

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HOT STUFF Kitchen news

ON THE UP Building tips

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ECO-CREDENTIALS

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DESIGN-LED

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TAP DANCE

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IN SPACE

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HIDE AWAY

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INDEX

What gets the green light

Bathroom news

The best storage options

Ask the architects

Interior design talk

Company listings

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united front This traditional stone villa in an Edinburgh conservation area has been transformed thanks to some dramatic features Photography Seán Gaule Words Aemilia Ross

DETAILS What A stone-built Victorian villa formerly split into two flats Where Mayfield, Edinburgh Architect Seán Gaule, Somner Macdonald Architects somnermacdonald.co.uk

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aving bought the lower portion of this traditional Victorian house some years ago and invested a considerable amount of time and effort in extending the space to fit their needs, the owners were finally able to fulfil their long-held dream of restoring the entire property to its original state when the upper flat was put on the market. Once their offer was accepted, they immediately set about figuring out how to return the sandstone villa to its former glory.

Seán Gaule, associate architect at Somner Macdonald Architects, was brought on board by the family to take their ideas further. The Edinburgh-based practice has plenty of experience in tackling traditional buildings, with many of its projects focusing on remodelling and extending properties around the city and making them fit for 21st-century living. In this particular case, the main task was to reinstate the connecting staircase between the floors – it had been brutally ripped out and replaced with a concrete stair added onto the gable when the house was divided.

Reintroducing the bricked-up stair window was another priority.

It sounded straightforward on paper; what complicated matters was the location: the house is in the leafy suburb of Mayfield, a well-known conservation area on the south side of town. It’s overflowing with similarly attractive Victorian

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villas, so special attention had to be paid to ensuring any alterations would be in keeping with its neighbours. “The building was not listed, so we applied for planning consent,” says Gaule. “There was some dialogue with the council about the size of the stair window, but we convinced them it was appropriate and didn’t detract from the conservation area.”

It was an important step forward for the project. Opening up the rear façade with the large new window made a big difference to the interior too, allowing natural light to flood in and erase the slightly claustrophobic feel it had once had.

Gaule was delighted with the effect: “The impression of light is dramatic, but it’s not just thanks to the natural light,”

he says. “The clients chose a beautiful suspended glass light fitting to hang beside the staircase. It echoes the stairs’ design of metal and glass with its metal suspension cables and glass baubles.”

While the window is undoubtedly a stand-out feature, especially as it allows uninterrupted views of the garden, it is the staircase that truly steals the show. Indeed, a good portion of the budget went into ensuring that the staircase worked seamlessly with the overall feel of the house. Despite it ending up being the biggest expense of the entire project, it proved to be the wisest investment as well.

“It’s positioned exactly where the original staircase was, but the design is completely different,” says Gaule. “We used grey oiled oak with an inset runner to create a sense of luxury and combined that with satin nickel-plated steel balusters, topped with a matching oak handrail.”

This attention to detail was carried throughout the entire project, which took a balanced approach to enhancing the history of the building while maintaining a contemporary feel.

Alterations over the years had resulted in the sound­ proofing becoming disturbed and eroded, so the sound and

Above: This charming traditional sandstone house had previously been split into two separate flats, but has now been returned to its original form as one elegant family home with a contemporary twist.

Bottom right: A lack of light was one of the main issues with the downstairs property. Now, thanks to several new windows and doors, including the dramatic oversized stair window, the interior is much brighter and now has much-improved views to the garden.

Bottom left: The planners needed some convincing that the window was appropriate to the conservation area.

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Right: The staircase is flooded with natural light during the day, with this stunning chandelier illuminating it after dark.

Below: The impressive oak and metal staircase was one of the major focal points of the renovation.

Opposite: The clients used a neutral palette for the interiors to let the bespoke detailing take centre stage.

TOP TIPS If you’re looking to embark on a similar type of project, but struggling to know where to begin, here is Seán Gaule’s advice to make it plain sailing: • Be particular but be openminded.

• Hold on to your vision as there will be many things along way that could derail you.

• Surround yourself with a team of collaborative, positive and experienced people whom you can rely on when there are tough decisions to make.

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There was some dialogue with the council about the size of the stair window but we convinced them it was appropriate and didn’t detract from the conservation area thermal insulation needed to be improved. The windows were fitted with slimline double glazing, and underfloor heating was installed.

Despite introducing some modern fixtures, many of the authentic features were retained, including the plasterwork to the ceilings and walls. Expert crafts­men were brought in when the builders were cutting into the original cornicing, with moulds taken in the principal rooms so it could be reinstated.

Redbuild was chosen as the main contractor, based on the firm’s experience with projects of this type; it subsequently procured all the subcontracted work such as the installation of the shower room and bathroom. Russwood provided the timber flooring, while the stairs were made by Bonningtons Joinery. The impressive cinema room, along with the controls, were all supplied by Home Entertainment Solutions.

After eight months of construction, the end result is a generous family home which expertly blends traditional features with modern living, allowing the property to work as a multifunctional space for everyone. “The owners have a grown-up family, so most of time they have the place to themselves to enjoy,” says Gaule. “It’s now a house for entertaining and for the two of them to indulge themselves a bit.

It still has plenty room for the family when they all return at weekends and holidays, though, so it is completely practical at the same time.”

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Above: The first-floor bathroom has dramatic cloud-effect wallpaper chosen by the clients, which connects the room to the colour scheme elsewhere.

Right: The bathroom finishes combine highend ceramic tiles with elegant sanitaryware and brassware courtesy of Duravit and Crosswater.

Below: The sitting room with its new Russwood flooring, reinstated cornice and slimline double glazing.

DETAILS • After being encouraged to explore several ideas for the stair, the architect arrived at a version which pushed the brief to its limits. • The oversized landing window was the riskiest but also the most impressive feature, and it gave the house back its original light and open feel.

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Ask the experts.. finance & planning

Cost control

Get the lowdown on funding, cashflow and staying within budget to take the pain out of paying for your project Is it worth spending money on an architect?

I need to make a small budget go a long way

An architect with the right combination of creativity and commercial awareness will be able to get the most out of your budget. Of course, it’s important to identify an architect with whom you find it easy to communicate and who is able to take your ideas and transform them into your dream home; however, you also really need someone who understands your constraints, including your timescales and budget, and who understands the requirements of Construction Design and

Management (CDM) regulations, thus absolving you of the threat of criminal prosecution if anything goes wrong on your construction site.

How would you advise someone to fund their self-build or renovation project?

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You might think you have to be well-off to build your own home, but it’s possible for anyone to successfully fund a project if you intend to remain in your existing home while the build takes place. It also means that larger deposits are more likely and that irregular staged payments to your builder need to be negotiated so that these will work within the parameters of their cashflow model. It is therefore hugely advantageous to consult a specialist financial advisor working within the self-build sector, as many conventional mortgage brokers will simply not be aware of the types of products that are available.

What can I do to ensure my project finishes on time and on budget?

While some fearless grand designers may wish to go it alone and do everything themselves, those who employ a good architect or building surveyor will save themselves a lot of stress. Such professionals will help to ensure the building work is completed on time and within your budget. They can also manage the tendering process by obtaining competitive bids from a range of trades, and will already have a list of reliable builders, plumbers, electricians and roofers they could recommend. Many will also be able to put you in touch with specialists such as renewables consultants. This exercise will be integral to understanding what you can afford and in turn will influence the scale, design, materials and specification chosen by your architect.

Angus Dodds

Savills Self-build and Solutions team in Scotland

Is it feasible to build a home on a tight budget without sacrificing quality or size?

You might think that you have to be well-off to build your own home, but it’s perfectly possible for anyone to successfully fund a project. The combined cost of land, materials and labour will generally be less than buying an equivalent prebuilt property, the big difference being that building your own house gives you exactly what you want.

Start by working out your budget – normally the total of your savings, the equity in your existing home and your borrowing capacity. It’s easy to overspend on a self-build project, often as a result of a kitchen upgrade or unexpected costs. So it’s essential to include a contingency fund of at least 10%. After that, the most important thing to consider is cashflow – will there be sufficient funds available to meet financial obligations over the course of the build?

If a builder is carrying out the entire project and is registered with the National House Building Council (you can check at www.nhbc.co.uk), you will benefit from an NHBC Buildmark warranty. This is a ten-year residential warranty and insurance cover for newly built houses and conversions. If the home won’t be NHBC-registered, you must employ an architect or an RICS-qualified surveyor before the foundations are in place.

They’ll need professional indemnity insurance to supervise the construction, and must provide the certification confirming the standard of construction. Without this documentation, future resale potential may be affected.

What is a self-build mortgage?

With a Scottish Building Society Self-Build Mortgage, you can borrow up to 80% of the land and construction costs or the valuation, whichever is the lower. A self-build mortgage may also be suitable if you are taking on a renovation, conversion or extension of your existing property. A self-build mortgage differs from a regular mortgage in that the money is released in stages as the build progresses, rather than all at once.

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The list below is a typical example of how this might happen: • Purchase of land (when full planning permission is in place) • Foundations laid • Up to eaves level • Wind and watertight, with the roof tiled • Interior walls completed (plastered out) • Ready to move in.

A mortgage provider can help put together a plan for making your dream home a reality and will keep you informed of the benefits of self-building – such as the treatment of VAT on building work. Look at the HM Revenue & Customs leaflet ‘VAT refunds for do-it-yourself builders and converters’ too.

on a fixed-priced contract basis with stage payments negotiated at the outset.

Any tips on how to finish on time and on budget?

3) Working alongside a kit home provider: The self-builder again finds the plot of land but then works alongside a kit home provider to finalise the design. The kit manufacturer will usually prepare the building plans and submit them for the necessary planning consents, and help with construc­tion.

Often the owner will take responsibility for clearing the site and preparing the foundations. The manufacturer then delivers the kit and erects the property to wind and water­tight stage.

The level of their involvement thereafter will vary according to the contract agreed, but the fitting-out stage should always be managed by a qualified project manager.

1) Organised by the self-builder, but constructed by a main contractor: This approach usually involves you as the selfbuilder finding the plot of land, hiring an architect, obtaining planning permission and then finding a main contractor. The advantage of this method is that costs are tightly controlled, with the build work (materials and labour) being undertaken

How can self-builders find a way through the planning permission maze?

Locally, things have changed over the last few months.

Before, there was greater flexibility when it came to gaining planning permission, but now there’s a set checklist everyone most adhere to which makes the process more formalised and prescriptive. That being said, it can also make it simpler in the sense that anyone wanting to get planning permission for a plot of land now has a clear set of rules they need to comply with. It removes a lot of the confusion and misunderstandings that can often arise in the planning process.

Your first port of call should be your local planning department, which can give you a copy of the checklist and provide you with any further information or advice you may need. It’s important when going through the planning process to be as logical and concise as possible. There have been times when people have fallen foul of regulations whereby they have missed out one detail on a drawing and the planning application has been immediately bounced back as a result.

Paul Alexander

Scottish Building Society

What are the key things to know when it comes to conservation area planning?

Rules for conservation areas can vary depending on the location, so speak to your local planning department before you start and make sure you have the right information. There can be very specific rules regarding conservation areas that don’t apply to any other type of build, so it’s important to know the rules before making any decisions.

Peter Tait

DITT Construction Ltd

top tip

At the Scottish Building Society, we recommend that properties are constructed either by a single builder on a fixed-price contract, or on an ‘all trades’ basis under the direction of a suitably qualified project manager. Depending on the role you take in the project, the three main types of project management are:

2) Organised by the self-builder, who appoints a qualified project manager to oversee the subcontractors: This method appeals to people who are on a strict budget. You find the building plot and obtain the necessary planning consents. One of the priorities is to find reliable specialist sub-contractors to carry out the electrical installation or tiling work, for example. While there is a potential saving – it’s often 20-30% less expensive than using a main contractor – there is also a greater risk of cost over-run.

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Ask the experts.. eco

Efficient energy Colin Potter of Architeco, an award-winning practice focused on sustainable design and low-energy buildings, offers eco-friendly tips What advice can you give for designing a home to maximise energy efficiency?

The most important factor in designing an energy-efficient house is to take a ‘fabric first’ approach. The best example of this is Passivhaus design. If you get this right, you might be able to do away with a traditional heating system. A ‘fabric first’ approach is ensuring that the building envelope is insulated to a very high standard, with triple-glazed doors and windows, and is air-tight. This controls heat loss and is the starting point for a low-energy home. With air-tightness, you need to control ventilation, which you can do with a mechanical heat-recovery unit. It extracts and keeps the heat from stale air in the house, which it replaces with fresh air.

If you have very good insulation, energy modelling of the design is essential to make sure your house won’t overheat in the summer. Without energy modelling, you are building a very expensive experiment, and measures to prevent overheating after the build can prove expensive or unsightly.

Orienting the windows to maximise solar gain in winter and shading the windows in summer is also a good strategy.

Only once the thermal envelope and orientation are optimised do you consider renewables. Typically, our house designs have a heating requirement of below 4kW, so often a woodburning stove is sufficient to heat the whole house.

How can I reduce my energy bills?

Converting to LED lighting is an easy first step to cut your electricity bills. Draught-proofing should be considered next, especially if your ground floor has suspended timber floors that are ventilated. Research shows that subfloor ventilation can lead to 60% of total heat loss from a house, so insulating under the floor is well worth doing. If you have not yet laid insulation in your attic, heat will be escaping through the roof. (Don’t insulate under an attic water tank – it might freeze if you do so.) Seek advice from a building expert, such as an architect, if you’re insulating exterior walls, as using the wrong insulation can trap moisture and accelerate the decay of the building fabric. Traditional properties require breathable insulation, such as woodfibre, whereas modern houses with cavity walls can take polyurethane boards.

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upgrading them to triple glazing, or adding secondary glazing, is a great option if practicable and affordable. Bear in mind that you don’t need to do everything at once. I’ve been renovating my Victorian house, upgrading the insulation on a room-by-room basis; about half the rooms have been done so far and it has made a real difference to the comfort levels.

Is it worth investing in renewable technologies?

Depending on your current system, renewable technologies can offer good savings. If you’re building from scratch, you will certainly need some renewables in order to achieve a building warrant SAP Calculation pass. Woodburning stoves are a simple and effective renewable technology and add both a tangible and an aesthetic warmth to a house. Heat pumps are really the starting point for houses that are off the gas grid; the most common are air-to-water pumps, where an externally fitted unit takes the heat out of the air via a compressor, and transfers that heat to a tank of water, which can then supply hot water and heating. The heating system should be specified to be suitable for lower-flow temperatures as this is when the heat pump is most efficient.

Underfloor pipework is ideal, but radiators work too. A lot of heat-pump suppliers advise that these need to be oversized to get the same heat output; while this is true for replacement systems, modern houses shouldn’t need much heat output, so small panels ought to be suitable.

Solar PV panels generate electricity when the sun shines.

They aren’t as cost-effective as they used to be since the feedin tariff was reduced, but we use a 4kW array to make our houses carbon-neutral. Solar thermal requires fewer panels and can work on overcast days too (it’s the sun’s radiation that heats the water, or brine, in these). They connect directly to a tank via a pump, so when the temperature gets high enough in the panel, the pump kicks in. These should be able to provide most hot-water requirements between spring and autumn and work very well when coupled with a woodburner with a back boiler for the winter top-up. Biomass boilers have a fairly hefty 10kW minimum output, so are really only for existing larger properties – you’d never use them on one-off new-builds, but they can be good for district heating systems.

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Building your dream home takes plenty of hard work, but it’s incredibly rewarding too. That’s why it’s important to choose a mortgage provider who’ll support you every step of the way.

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BUSINESS PROFILE

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Left: Three rooms in this flat in Edinburgh’s Annandale Street were combined to create one large space (the kitchen area is shown below left). Above: Internal walls were removed, cornices and shutters were reinstated and a new bathroom (bottom right) was installed during the renovation of this house in the capital’s India Street

What’s unique about your company?

We’re not like the average construction company.

Instead, we oversee all aspects of our builds – everything from providing accredited trades to taking care of building warrants. We go above and beyond to ensure our clients’ needs are fulfilled, no matter how ambitious these may be.

What are your customers looking for?

Our customers are looking to create exceptional spaces.

They trust us to bring their wish list to life. All of our work is entirely bespoke – whether you want us to install an automatic pet door in a stone wall or devise hidden doors that lead to bespoke storage. We can also help appoint an architectural firm or a designer, if required.

What makes your company the best?

We initiate every project by getting to know our clients

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and understanding their lifestyle and vision. We work closely with architects and designers to translate our clients’ needs into spaces that exceed expectations.

What has been your biggest challenge so far?

Most of our work involves the restoration and renovation of listed buildings, which can present some serious challenges. As one of Edinburgh’s leading construction companies, we’re able to draw on our collective skills and experience to overcome even the trickiest of hurdles.

What is your design ethos?

We always aim to incorporate the lifestyle, needs and ideas of our clients into the design. We work closely with them throughout the entire process, from ideas to execution, ensuring that the space we create excels in both style and functionality.

What are you most proud of?

We are proud of the strong relationships we have with the country’s top architectural firms and interior designers. These relationships enable us to create projects of great ambition and quality. We’re also proud of our reputation for professionalism, experience, customer service and creativity. This is something that we continue to strengthen and build upon.

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5 TOP TIPS Before you begin renovating your period property, it’s important to: 1. Find out everything you can about the property. When was it built? Any notable past uses? Answers to such questions will help you create a space that is truly authentic.

2. Focus on the positive and budget a little extra. When you’re working with an older building, there will be unexpected problems and unexpected expenses. A little positivity goes a long way, but so does a little extra budget.

3. Do it for the love. The main impetus behind renovating a period property should always be to prevent it from falling into disrepair.

You have a fantastic opportunity to create a space that is truly unique.

4. Prepare for, and embrace, the unexpected.

Try to keep a sense of humour about the property’s quirks, even if they make the project a bit more complicated.

5. Don’t skimp on the finishes. Sometimes you’ll be able to opt for the budget option, but at other times it’s definitely worth it to splurge.

9 Sauchiebank, Edinburgh EH11 2NN T: 0131 629 4290 E: info@banngroup.co.uk

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CAMERON INTERIORS

5 TOP TIPS

Buying a new kitchen is a big deal. Here’s how to make sure you get it right: 1. Quality – No other room in the house is used as much as the kitchen, so it’s worth spending more to get high quality.

2. Brand – Reputation is crucial. Go for a company with strong products and which is recommended by others.

3. Research – Think about what you like and dislike. This will help your designer to tailor the design specifically to your needs.

4. Understanding – Choose a designer who really understands you and your lifestyle so they can design a space that suits you.

5. Service – Base your decision on highquality service during the design process, as this is a strong indicator of the service you’ll receive throughout. Look out for approved and accredited KBSA members.

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What’s unique about your company?

At Cameron Interiors, we focus on functionality and precision, always keeping the client at the forefront. With this in mind, we select suppliers and partners who share our vision and who deliver to the highest standards. We are proud to be the only bulthaup dealer in Scotland, something that enables us to create unparalleled, stunning and innovative design. We have been established for 40 years, during which time we have earned an exceptional reputation for design, craftsmanship and excellent customer experience.

What are your customers looking for?

Our clients are discerning. They’re looking for the very best quality along with the highest levels of professionalism. They come to us for our knowledge, consideration and creativity. We take the time to understand how each individual client lives day to day in order to create a functional but stylish space that works for their specific needs and requirements. We don’t just create spaces that look good, we design them to work well with precision and perfection in mind.

What makes your company the best?

Our highly skilled team! From the designers to the fitters and the entire behind-the-scenes team, we all love what we do. Our

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expertise and reputation have been built up over four decades and we believe that a major part of our ongoing success stems from the passion we put into our service and designs. Each member of the team brings something different to the company which means that together we have a genuine wealth of knowledge.

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What has been your biggest design challenge so far?

We are lucky enough to be asked to design kitchens for some incredible buildings both old and new. One particularly interesting challenge was to create a kitchen for a lighthouse in the north of Scotland. The design had to be timeless and carefully considered due to the location and the access to the site.

What is your design ethos?

We design with passion and creativity in mind. Our aim is to create something beautiful and timeless that the client will love for years to come and that will work with any new or pre-existing features. Functionality is a key priority and consideration throughout the whole design process, and we’re aware that it’s our job to make sure

that the client has the correct product to suit their needs and that the space works well.

What are you most proud of?

Forty years in business is a fantastic achievement for any company, and it’s something we are extremely proud of and thankful for. We put our longevity down to four things: our loyal customers who recommend us and come back to us for design after design; having fantastic products that stand the test of time; our hardworking team who build strong relationships with clients; and our devotion to excellent customer service.

Opposite: The bulthaup b1 kitchen is based around ‘intelligent minimalisation’ and comes in a carefully restricted palette of colours and materials. Above left: Cameron Interiors does more than just kitchens, offering a design service for bedrooms and living rooms too. Above right: The bulthaup b3 is an elegantly pared-back design that aims to produce the appearance of a floating kitchen

458 – 462 Crow Road, Glasgow G11 7DR 0141 334 9532 31 Dundas Street, Edinburgh EH3 6QQ 0131 556 2233

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What’s unique about your company?

What sets us apart from the competition is the broad range of services we offer, the skills we possess and the care we take with our customers. We design hometechnology systems, giving access to an extensive range of home-automation products, such as networking, security, lighting, blinds, and audio and video equipment for home cinema and multi-room music systems.

We project-manage the whole thing, with awardwinning installation and first-class customer care from conception to completion.

What are your customers looking for?

They want simple, bespoke, robust home-technology solutions that work for the whole family. For some customers, that means the ability to remotely view and control cameras, lights and blinds. For others, it’s all about entertainment, with multi-room music and earthshattering home cinema at the heart of the system. The beauty of what we do as custom installers is just that: we offer custom home-technology solutions.

What makes your company the best?

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closely with customers at the design stage gives us a sense of how they spend their time, which is what allows us to design home technology that truly enhances their lifestyle. Our highly skilled installation team then bring the design to fruition. We have lots of customers, architects and developers who will happily testify to this and recommend our services.

What has been your biggest design challenge?

We have worked on several 18th-century stately homes around the country. Such properties pose numerous design challenges in order to comply with the relevant Scottish Heritage listed-building regulations. And it’s really not easy getting 21st-century-grade Wi-Fi through 18th-century walls!

What is your design ethos?

Our design ethos is to establish design parameters that meet the current needs of our customers while planning for future growth. By including an element of cable redundancy within our design, we are able to add future functionality without the pain of retrospective building work. As members of the CEDIA trade body, all our designs and cable specifications meet the most up-todate industry standards.

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5 TOP TIPS Thinking about installing a home-technology system? Here’s how to do it right:

1. Work with a CEDIA-approved company, ask to see previous projects and ask for references. Using a specialist to design and install your system will cost a little more but it will save you a lot in the long term.

2. Allocate a suitable space to store your equipment. Wiring to a central hub to store your home-tech equipment is a great idea, but you must have a dedicated space for it.

Avoid cupboards and under stairs.

3. Preserve the decor and structure of your home by planning for future needs – retro­ spective cabling is disruptive and costly.

4. Make sure you provide the correct wired infrastructure to enable a robust wireless network, the backbone of any smart home.

5. Keep your system up to date and if possible enter into a maintenance contract with your chosen installation company.

What are you most proud of?

In 2016 we won a design award for best home cinema in a residential project we completed in Chelsea – that was very satisfying because of the challenges involved both geographically and because the cinema was located in a

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9m x 4m basement conversion. And earlier this year we were working in collaboration with a luxury home builder in Edinburgh who won the Scottish Home Builder of the Year award for a project that we were nominated as home-technology partner.

Unit 32/7 Hardengreen Industrial Estate, Dalkeith, Midlothian EH22 3NX 0131 260 9509 enquiries@homecontrolscotland.co.uk

www.homecontrolscotland.co.uk

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KITCHENS INTERNATIONAL

Left: Elements of Callerton’s Trio and Valencia ranges were combined to create this U-shaped kitchen. Above: Sharp edges and clean lines feature in this modern design. Right: In contrast, this gently curving island adds a stylish and appealing softness

What’s unique about your company?

Kitchens International is widely acknowledged as the UK’s leading luxury kitchen specialist. Continuous training and development drives every department of the company. Our award-winning designers and installation experts will work with you to create your dream kitchen, with every detail impeccably planned, designed and fitted with seamless efficiency. Our unique aftercare service will continue long after your kitchen is installed – we are determined to make sure that everything is how you hoped it would be, now and for years to come. Even when it’s yours, we still treat your kitchen as if it’s ours.

What are your customers looking for?

Our clients are looking for a beautifully designed space where families gather, plans are made and life is shared.

Ultimately, they are looking to create their dream

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kitchen, a place that has been designed in harmony with their home and with their life. To help them achieve this, we offer luxury brands, premium quality and an outstanding level of service, carefully planning, designing and installing the most advanced kitchens for customers who want only the very best in function and style.

What makes your company the best?

We pride ourselves on offering total customer care.

It is the foundation of our company and the principle on which we have built an unrivalled, award-winning reputation. We believe that the only way to guarantee satisfaction for every customer is through our team of selected professionals. From the initial design, through the co-ordination of the project to the final completion, each stage is carefully handled by our passionate team.

Each member has a vital part to play and a proud sense of purpose. Getting to know you is important to us, and we look forward to meeting you.

What has been your biggest challenge so far?

With no formal national training offered by colleges, it is hard to learn the art of kitchen design. To counteract this, we created our own Training Academy, where we recruit young designers and train them in-house. Refurbishing

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5 TOP TIPS Preparation is essential when embarking on a new kitchen project, so before you begin bear the following advice in mind: 1. It’s never too early to appoint a designer/ supplier – the sooner the team is in place, the more easily a plan can be formed, meaning less stress all round.

2. Work out what you want – putting together a list of key requirements (in order of importance, if possible) will really help to formulate a clear brief.

3. Think about how your kitchen functions for everyday living, not just for big occasions such as Christmas – acknowledge the positives and the negatives, as again this will help to give the brief clarity.

4. Consider storage – which items are to be left out on display? Which are to be put away after use? (And how easily do you want to access these?)

5. Space planning – make sure there are good walkways and that the appliances, sink and hob are positioned in a way that are relevant to the way you use them.

older houses and moving the kitchen to a new part of the property can also be tricky, but it is these challenges that our designers relish and win awards for.

What is your design ethos?

We see each kitchen as an expression of individual style and taste. Your kitchen will be planned with you, defined by purpose, crafted from the best possible materials and infused with a unique sense of style.

What are you most proud of?

We are proud of our team, and the relationships we have built with our clients, partners and suppliers over the years. We’re also extremely proud of the awards we have won. Continuous development drives every department of KI to strive for excellence, and it is our quest to raise the level of professionalism in every area of our business.

Showrooms in Glasgow, Tillicoultry, Aberdeen, Edinburgh (Dundas Street and Fort Kinnaird), and 11 Youngs Road, East Mains Industrial Estate, Broxburn • 0845 074 0022

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OAKWRIGHTS SCOTLAND What’s unique about your company?

We are committed to being firmly at the forefront of 21st-century oak-frame building. For example, we are the first (and so far the only) company to have a patented infill panel system which has been successfully assessed

by TRADA, with full NHBC approval. We are also the only oak-framing company with a fully fitted and functional show home where we hold regular open days, in which prospective self-builders can stay overnight (our unique ‘Try before you buy’ option).

What are your customers looking for?

They are looking for a bespoke oak-framed home or an extension or addition (such as a garage or stables) to complement their home. This could be traditional, barn or contemporary in style, but it will be insulated to the highest specification. Our customers are in pursuit of a structure that goes beyond the merely functional; they want to create a building that displays a symmetry and beauty that is in harmony with its surroundings.

What makes your company the best?

Oakwrights’ key strength is in taking the client’s oakframe build idea or concept and fulfilling the entire process to completion in a seamless and cohesive manner. This ‘full-build’ turnkey capability forms the nucleus of what we call ‘Building the wright way’ and is the best way to control your project

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throughout its development. Oakwrights’ architectural designers, working alongside our oak-frame designers, will put their extensive skills and knowledge at your disposal to understand what you are looking for and produce designs to inspire you.

What has been your biggest challenge so far?

In 2017, we became the first company to achieve a Passivhaus oak-frame certification in the UK. This joint project from Oakwrights and Passivhaus ecological architects Eco Arc was very much led by the vision of one self-builder, Dr Phil Garnett. The proposed house needed to be a low-carbon eco-dwelling within a traditionally scaled envelope. It needed to be a low embodied energy, super-insulated Passivhaus construction. Most of the space heating was to be from passive solar gain, heat generated by the occupants, domestic electrical appliances and heat recovered from the mechanical ventilation system. We have now designed Oak Frame Passivhaus No. 2 and are in the midst of constructing it in the UK.

What is your company’s design ethos?

Oakwrights goes to great lengths to create timberframed buildings for today’s living, with design and architecture that blends traditional and modern construction techniques. Inspired by our clients who want the highest-quality bespoke self-build home,

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we are committed to providing the very highest level of professional service to help achieve those aims.

What are you most proud of?

We take great pride in our ability to help all types of homebuilders – the self-builders who want to get their hands dirty, the custom builders who want some involvement in the build process but without the nitty-gritty, and those who request a full turnkey service and just want to be handed the keys on completion. We provide everything from ‘simply the frame’ to designing and managing your entire project – and that extends to supplying our own in-house garden and landscape designer.

Above: This beautiful garage, from the Portchester range, has space for four vehicles with living accommodation on the upper floor. Below: An oak-frame house from the Woodhouse range; and a vaulted ceiling with exposed beams

5 TOP TIPS Before you embark on a self-build project, or commission a build, it’s important to:

1. Do thorough research – visit our open days or stay at our showhome.

2. Make sure your design is good – utilise our in-house architectural design team or employ an architect you trust.

3. Establish a realistic budget – let your designer know what this budget is, and be sure to include a 10% contingency fund.

4. Communication is key – especially between your main contractors and service providers.

This will help with scheduling the trades onsite, avoiding costly delays.

5. Pay attention to the details – and try to maintain this right to the end of the project.

The results will speak for themselves.

21 Portland Road, Kilmarnock KA1 2BT T: 0141 309 9237 E: enquiries@oakwrights.co.uk

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STOCKWELL LTD

Above and opposite: Crafted from solid oak or from a range of other hardwoods, Stockwell’s bespoke staircases can be linear, curved or a mixture of the two, and are designed to be as beautiful as they are practical

What’s unique about your company?

With over 40 years’ experience, we are the only company in Scotland which concentrates exclusively on manufacturing quality bespoke timber staircases.

Our extensive range of designs, including straight, dog-leg, winder, curve and helical, can be made in anything from basic softwood to hand-crafted hardwood, and all can be complemented with topquality balustrading.

What are your customers looking for?

Our customers expect excellent service, value for money and quality. Service to the customer is

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Stockwell Ltd’s driving force, with total commitment to delivering top-quality great-value staircases on time and to specification. We offer our customers a free site survey where we can advise on all aspects of stair design, materials and regulations.

What makes your company the best?

Stockwell Ltd is a growing leader in the manufacture of topquality bespoke staircases and will continue to be so while staying committed to meeting and exceeding our customers’ expectations. With our team of experts, our staircases are designed and manufactured using the latest 5-Axis CNC technology, while our materials come from sustainable sources.

What has been your biggest design challenge?

One customer wanted to access two separate first-floor rooms, which sat at different heights and at opposite ends of their building, by means of a ‘gull-wing’ configuration. There was the added complication of limited space and a structural

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5 TOP TIPS A staircase can make an unbeatable first impression, so it pays to get it right: 1. Talk to a staircase specialist regarding design and cost before you allocate a budget for your staircase. It can be a lifelong piece of furniture.

2. Ensure the design and spec is acceptable, affordable and readily available.

3. Visit the showroom to view the wide range of possible designs.

4. Obtain clearly defined quotation(s).

5. Make sure the quotation demonstrates an understanding of your wishes and that the best solution has been worked out.

newel post required to be fitted to the right-hand wing to give support to the balustrading of a separate staircase which was serving the customer’s lounge. We achieved all of this with no small amount of success and customer satisfaction.

What is your design ethos?

Our mission is to combine the skills and attributes of our workforce. Our staff are entirely committed to the highest quality of workmanship and support each other to create a happy, dynamic, professional business environment. Our purpose is to fulfil the requirements

of all our clients to their complete satisfaction, which in turn helps us to maintain staff who feel contented and proud of what they do.

What are you most proud of?

We are very proud of our commitment to and investment in our workforce. We provide the training required to help create true industry professionals who are committed to the highest quality of workmanship. This helps us to design and build staircases that exceed our customers’ expectations, leaving them completely satisfied and delighted with our products.

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STRATHEARN

What’s unique about your company?

Not only does Strathearn have Scotland’s widest choice of natural stone flooring, but our range of oak flooring is one of the finest in the UK as well. We also have unmatched experience in installation, particularly over underfloor heating, and we have worked with architects and interior designers on both restoration and new-build projects.

We’re the first choice for prestigious kitchen companies too.

What are your customers looking for?

Our customers are looking for beautiful floors that will be able to withstand the wear and tear of daily life, and knowledgeable guidance about our products and installation. When a customer visits our Forteviot Studios, they will get advice and assistance from experts who care about their project as much as they do themselves.

What is your design ethos?

Inspiration and ideas are what starts everything at Strathearn. They’re as much a part of our process as the fascinating stone and wood we work with. We are inspired by the clients we meet, by our collaborative partners and by the new products we discover. We believe that inspiration, creativity and technical consideration is the perfect combination for good design.

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What makes your company the best?

Strathearn manages every project personally, from start to finish. Clients trust our judgement and expertise – we are always happy to advise, but we listen well too. Our main role is always to find the perfect balance between the aesthetics and the practicalities, creating the exact floor our clients have in mind.

What has been your biggest challenge so far?

One of our heritage projects in Northumberland Street, in Edinburgh’s New Town, was challenging. The years had really taken their toll on the traditional townhouse’s subfloors, leaving them uneven and bulging. We had to carry out extensive repairs to create a strong, stable base so that the new flooring we were installing (oak parquet with a bespoke white oil finish) would look wonderful and last for another few centuries – at the very least. Getting the subfloor right was the key to this project.

What are you most proud of?

Our team – every member has been carefully chosen for their unique skills and their passion for perfection.

As a family business, we understand how valuable an asset people are, and we are incredibly proud to have a caring and creative team who are dedicated to producing outstanding results.

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5 TOP TIPS For a floor that will always look good:

1. Use a professional to install your flooring.

2. Don’t be afraid to combine tile and timber in an open-plan kitchen-diner. They are a natural and practical partnership.

3. Judge floor samples in different lights – every room has its own unique lighting.

4. Use the recommended cleaning products.

Our floors are hardwearing, but high-street cleaners can damage natural stone and timber.

5. Building work is messy, so protect your floors once they’ve been laid.

The Workshop, Forteviot, Perth PH2 9BT T: 01764 684836 E: info@stoneandtimber.co.uk

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TJ ROSS

What’s unique about your company?

We’re a family business of traditional bespoke joiners.

Together with our extended clan, we enhance our clients’ properties and quality of life by designing, manufacturing and installing exceptional-looking and performing hardwood windows and external doors.

And we do this by pouring heart and soul, innovation and a great deal of experience into every project.

What are your customers looking for?

They’re looking for high quality. Renovating or maintaining a property adds value to it – particularly in key areas such as windows and doors, which are so vital for making a good first impression. Even more than the sales value, though, the craft that goes into these products has a human value. We believe the knowledge, passion, craft, heritage and love we put into our work will set your property apart.

What makes your company the best?

TJ Ross products have modern, technical specs that deliver energy efficiency and sound-proofing: doubleglazing with high-performance warm-edge technology, soft low-E glass and argon gas-filled cavities; highsecurity, invisible, multi-point locking systems; and microporous paint systems that provide a ‘Goretex’ style of protection, allowing the timber to breath while providing long-term protection – this also offers you the flexibility of refreshing and/or changing the colour at a later date. These products aren’t just hi-tech: they are simply so well made, from such good materials, that they will last longer and require less maintenance.

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What has been your biggest challenge so far?

Last year, the architect of one of our clients wanted a framelesslooking window system installed in a very contemporary extension on top of their house, in an extremely exposed site in Scotland. We were able to develop a design based on our standard window detailing that appears frameless and has a completely frameless corner – and it was able to withstand the Beast from the East.

What is your design ethos?

We think of ourselves as modern traditionalists – we blend ageold hand-craftsmanship with modern, high-end specifications to bring you beautiful, enduring products you can enjoy every day.

What is the company most proud of?

• We have always made – and will continue to make – all of our windows and doors with traditional, time-proven joint details, a practice that has been used successfully for centuries in Scotland. We strive to maintain this approach and resist the new trend in our industry to adopt the more common dowel and glued joints – these are weaker than the traditional joint, and the mechanics are hidden so you can never be sure that all the surfaces are fully glued and held together tightly.

• A very large percentage of new clients come to us on recommendation.

• We employ young people on apprenticeships or as trainee office staff. In fact, more than 60% of our current twenty strong work force started with us as apprentices and stayed on after their training to become part of our extended family.

• We are also proud of our new studio in Edinburgh. It was important to us that we created an inviting and comfortable ambience for clients and architects to see our windows and doors, without feeling like a traditional showroom/shop environment.

5 TOP TIPS Getting the right doors and windows is crucial: 1. Consider traditionally made replacement windows and doors for your home.

2. Unlike uPVC windows, our windows and doors can easily be freshened up with new, high-performance paints.

3. Come and see our craftsmen making your windows and doors in our workshops at Faraday Road, Glenrothes.

4. Come and chat to us about your plans and ideas at our new studio in Spittal Street, in the centre of Edinburgh. Bring your plans or sketches or bring your phone or tablet and show us your ideas, so we can help to turn them into reality.

5. We make completely finished windows ready to be installed.

Workshop: 10 Faraday Road, Southfield Industrial Estate, Glenrothes, Fife KY6 2RU Studio: 1 Spittal Street, Edinburgh EH3 9DY 01337 860318 • e-mail enquiries@tjross.co.uk

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EVOLUTION

VICTOR PARIS

5 TOP TIPS If you’re planning a bathroom renovation:

1. Start by measuring your existing bathroom accurately.

2. Do some research – think about styles you like and perhaps create a moodboard.

3. Visit a showroom so you can feel the quality of different fixtures.

4. Buy from a reputable retailer.

5. Choose high-quality products. This is a big investment, so you want it to last.

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What makes your company unique?

Victor Paris is a family-run bathroom business that has been serving the community of Scotland for well over 40 years.

We pride ourselves on the enormous choice and the quality of the products available in our large showrooms in Glasgow, Dundee and Edinburgh, and on the free specialised design service that we offer to all our clients.

What are your customers looking for?

Our customers are looking for high-end designer branded bathrooms and products without the accompanying designer price tag. We offer an extensive range of luxurious brands at very affordable prices, making us the perfect choice for anyone looking to upgrade their bathroom while adding glamour and style to their home.

What makes your company the best?

We are the largest independent luxury bathroom retailer in Scotland. We have three substantial showrooms across the country, each one with an extensive range of bathrooms and products on display. We carefully source our products for quality and price.

What has been your biggest challenge so far?

At Victor Paris we deal with a wide range of bathroom projects, from large multi-bathroom designs to smaller individual layouts. What we always aim to do is optimise the space and look at all the different bathroom types to ensure that each client gets the room they desire. We believe that the best way to achieve this is through our incredible

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Below: This Metalcraft fixed-frame shower enclosure will add an appealing touch of industrial design to your bathroom. Left: More pared-back minimalism

showrooms, which provide our customers with an enormous range of products, ensuring they can find exactly what they’re really looking for. Additionally, our talented team are on hand to offer their experienced support alongside a free design service.

What are you most proud of?

We’re proud of having been in this business for over 40 years, and we really care about our staff and customers. We believe in providing a tailored, bespoke service and we pride ourselves on delivering a first-class customer experience.

178 Dundee Street, Edinburgh EH11 1DQ • 0131 297 2894 60 Washington Street, Glasgow G3 8AZ • 0141 648 8894 92 Albert Street, Dundee DD4 6QH • 0138 272 1494

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We have been connecting home owners with quality, local builders for over 75 years. Our Master Builders are: Independently inspected and vetted on joining, ensuring they meet our high quality standards Able to provide a warranty and contract for every job Committed to abide by our stringent Code of Practice Builders you can trust

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BATHROOM NEWS

GREEN SCENE Inspired by nature, the Green range from Catalano features new basins with delicately formed curved edges that can be wall-hung or built into furniture, depending on your bathroom layout.

From £1378. catalano.co.uk

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A TOUCH OF LUXE Bathrooms can be clinical and cold but certain finishes can help warm up this high-functioning space. Go for a Deco-esque look; Devon & Devon’s new Sound console combines polished nickel, a marble top and ceramic basin, for all-out glamour.

From £4307. devon-devon.com/en/

Roca’s Stratum-N base unit has bluetooth technology so that you can connect your phone while in the bathroom.

The drawers also feature interior lighting, making your morning ablutions brighter. From £1439.50. uk.roca.com

Top tech spec Minimalist bathroom design calls for fuss-free, pared-back accessorising. The batteryoperated Sensor Dual Flush Plate is glass-fronted and lights up to indicate activation.

Sensor Dual Flush Plate, from £125. roperrhodes.co.uk

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Mayfair & Varenna Collection, from £6,000, Daval

DRESSING ROOMS

FILL IN Be smart, think outside the box and tailor your storage needs

TIPS Relief Wardrobe, £30,000, Wharfside; Presotto Large 3 door Wardrobe System, £5,600, Robinson’s Beds

Maximise space with floor-to-ceiling storage. By doing so your belongings can be discreetly filed in one place, and will ensure the rest of the bedroom feels spacious, open and clear of mess

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here is a certain paradox when it comes to storage – in theory, any shelving or wardrobe you pick is designed to reduce clutter and keep your belongings organised; however, if you’re not careful, the wrong option can make a room feel even more untidy than before. In order to create a sense of cohesion, Peter Erlandsson, co-owner and director of String, advises mixing up your shelving to create a tailor-made storage solution that will be ideal for your needs.

“Shelves of various depths and colours can be quickly repositioned so you can build your own personal system to fit. Make your walls your best friend – introducing a string system means your walls are a valuable resource when it comes to storage.”

If you’re looking for a storage solution but have fallen into the trap of looking solely at closed-door cabinets, Anne-Laure Couplet, Executive Brand Director at Maisons du Monde, encourages bravery at the decision stage. “When it comes to storing our stuff we tend to want to hide it all away,” she says.

“However, stunningly organised displays and glassdoor cabinets are very on-trend, so open those cupboards and swing open those wardrobe doors and let the world see your organisational skills.”

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REDUNDANT SPACE

If there’s not much room, look to unexpected places for the answer, such as under the stairs. This John Lewis of Hungerford cabinetry (left) is a seamless installation, while Neville Johnson’s Understair Concept (below) is smart and functional.

TIPS Awkward corners can be difficult to work with. A minimal office space could solve the issue, and create some separation with the rest of the room

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TIPS Use a mix of open shelving and cabinet styles to create a display unit that’s flexible. That way, you can show off the items that best complement your room, while remaining For many, the focal point of practical

a living room is a fireplace or stove. But to create a sleek, contemporary look that’s functional, choose statement shelving.

The Pontile Libreria Testata design from Gideon Robinson (above) provides all the storage needed for a modern living room, while Natuzzi’s Kubika Wall Unit (left) is more industrial in look, creating as much of a feature wall as a practical space.

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KITCHEN NEWS

CLEAN LINES German Rempp kitchens are distinctly contemporary and have a range of features that would complement modern interiors.

No plinths give a clean ‘flush to floor’ appearance, while handleless options are offered on all ranges. Floating units can offer the illusion of a bigger floorspace, too.

Prices start in the region of £15,000. palazzokitchens.com

Natural blend Kitchens don’t have to conform to one style or another.

Take a stand and mix it up by opting for two contrasting looks, like Magnet’s Winchester range that has traditional elements including antique horn handles and wooden panelled cabinets, but is finished in a contemporary matt paint in a modern Midnight shade.

From £3,214. magnet.co.uk

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BOARD WALK

Updating your kitchen doesn’t have to mean a full-scale redesign. Painting cabinet doors in a chalky new hue or freshening up the splashback can make your kitchen feel like a new room. Annie Sloan has a range of specialised paints fit for the job, including metal leaf for gilding.

Annie Sloan Chalk Paint £5.95 for 120ml. anniesloan.com

The k800 range from Grohe gives those designing their dream kitchen plenty of options when it comes to sinks.You can have a single or double bowl, or transform it into a prep space by adding a board that fits neatly over the top.

K800 stainless steel sink from £919. grohe.co.uk

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Ask the experts.. building

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Iain Hendry of Oakwrights, which designs and manufactures oak-framed extensions, garages and homes, takes us through the self-build process What are the most common mistakes made by self-builders? What steps should they take to avoid these?

There are all sorts of pitfalls awaiting you as a self-builder, and some are harder to avoid than others. If you are planning to build on a plot of land that has never had a house on it before, it can be very easy not to budget correctly in the early stages for things like formation of access, servicing, power, water and gas, and rainwater and foul drainage. If you don’t allocate

a portion of your budget for these, you’ll have to make sacrifices elsewhere. The least-bad outcome of this might be that you end up with an ordinary, off-the-shelf kitchen rather than the designer model you wanted. A far worse scenario is that the build quality suffers.

At Oakwrights, we specialise in green oak-framed builds, and if this is your desired route, it’s well worth engaging with the right specialist team early on. All too often we meet clients who would like to incorporate the aesthetics and solidity of a BUILDING & RENOVATING GUIDE 2018

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A first-time self-builder comes to you without any knowledge of how to proceed: what is your step-by-step guide?

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green oak frame; they’ve had the design done by a third party, though, and we have trouble getting a frame to work with their plan. Oakwrights Scotland’s architectural team, however, will ensure your design brief and desired frame detailing work perfectly, both visually and structurally.

The insulated envelope of an energy-efficient, eco-friendly home is entirely possible with a stunning oak frame – but it really helps to have the two elements designed and built together in-house rather than separately. This is the way to ensure perfect design, engineering, air-tightness and comfort.

It can sometimes be very difficult to combine the two if they are conceived separately.

It’s not just at the start that people make mistakes with their budget – there is scope for error all the way through, particularly if you let your heart rule your head. Always make sure the brief fits the budget. Don’t get carried away and go on a spending spree. We still hear about self-builders who design a home and then find the budget is smashed, which leads to rethinks and cutting corners midway through the process – never a good idea. Get it right first time by using a good architect and quantity surveyor.

What is the best way to find a reliable builder and compare quotes on a like-for-like basis?

The right build is the key to a trouble-free, stress-free and successful build.

Recommendation is without doubt the best way to find a builder, so talk to the people you know who have already been through the process. Find out how their builder dealt with something not going according to plan – this can tell you more about how they work and their attitude than anything else.

If you can’t get any word-ofmouth recommendations, look in your local area – any reputable builder will be able to show you a list of completed projects and let you choose which ones you’d like to view – never just visit the one project they suggest. When you go and see examples of their work, speak to the client. Was the work completed on time and on budget? What issues did they encounter and how did the builder deal with them?

Getting like-for-like quotes is really important. Good, detailed architectural and engineering drawings with the full specification should be prepared and offered to builders for QS-provided full-tender pricing.

Many of our clients go down the ‘negotiated tender’ route, where, having been involved with the client from day one, Oakwrights is able to work with them to ensure the overall build fits with their financial and build needs.

‘Find out how the builder dealt with something not going according to plan – this can tell you more about their work and their attitude than anything else’

The key to a successful self-build project is realising you can’t do it all by yourself. You need to have the right team around you: that means architect, designer, quantity surveyor and builder.

At Oakwrights, we can offer a comprehensive build package that includes some or all of these elements.

If you are right at the very start and haven’t yet found a plot, make things easier for yourself by putting together a clearly defined site brief detailing the geographical location you’re looking for, a rough indication of size, and specifics such as the maximum distance away from the nearest railway station, shop, village etc. All of this will help to narrow down your search.

Next, draw up a brief for the house itself, including an idea of its size, how many bedrooms are required, and any particular features (internal and external) that you must have. At this point, for our clients, one of our in-house or partner architects will be able to sketch out these ideas and begin designing the 44

client’s ‘dream home’, taking their budget into consideration.

Several rounds of sketching might be needed before the client is happy with the design. Once they are, we formulate planning drawings for submission to the local authority to get planning permission. The QS will work to ensure that the planned house is feasible within the client’s budget.

Once planning has been granted, all the build costs will be firmed up. The contract terms and price are then agreed and the building regulation drawing work is completed, along with any engineering plans, and all are submitted to the council.

Once a date is arranged for the work to start on site, the client can start visiting kitchen, bathroom and flooring studios and making decisions about which fixtures and fittings are going to go in the new house.

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Ask the experts.. architects

Built to last Emma Ellson and Kieran Gaffney explain how to find, hire and brief an architect to deliver your building project successfully A first-time self-builder comes to you without any knowledge of how to proceed: what is your step-by-step guide?

I would start off by explaining what each stage of the process involves and giving examples of the likely timescales. I would also direct them towards the RIBA Plan of Work – it’s a great guideline for clients who have never undertaken a building project before and is something our practice, Bespoke, issues from the outset and references throughout a job to help them understand which stage we’re at.

It’s worth taking the time to ensure the client grasps the process from the beginning, as it means they won’t have an unrealistic schedule in mind and be disappointed when their hoped-for move-in date (usually Christmas!) proves impossible to achieve.

Managing budget expectations is critical too. The client must be aware of all costs from the outset. There’s not just the build cost to think about; there are other things to pay for, too – statutory consent and consultant fees, groundwork

investigations, surveys and assessments, for example.

Complex sites can throw up further costs before the build even commences. We make sure to explain all of these from the beginning so that the client’s entire budget is not simply devoted to the build cost. New-builds have the benefit of being exempt from VAT, but unexpected costs may arise as the work progresses; for that reason, we insist on allowing for a reasonable contingency fund.

What are the most common mistakes made by self-builders – and how can these be avoided?

The mistake we see most often is people being unrealistic about the programme and the budget. You can save yourself a lot of disappointment by fully considering all costs realistically, and by understanding just how long it can sometimes take to obtain approvals. Planning ahead is key, too. For instance, will you be able to stay in your home amid large-scale renovations? Moving into rented accommodation might be the only option for your sanity, but you must factor the cost BUILDING & RENOVATING GUIDE 2018

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(I have experienced all three when building for myself and can report that each has pros and cons!)

We conduct regular site meetings to monitor progress and keep the schedule on track, and to maintain communication between all parties.

What are the dos and don’ts of new-builds and renovations?

Do be adventurous. It’s an opportunity to design and build your forever home, so make it special and unique to your individual requirements. Work with your architect to ensure your self-build is going to be exactly what you want and not just the same as all the others.

Do be patient. Obtaining statutory consents is necessary but can be a slow process. Your architect will guide you through each stage and make sure you understand the order in which things must happen. You can’t cut corners or rush through these stages.

Take us through the home design process step by step

When a new client comes to us, we start by listening to their ideas in order to understand the brief in detail and to address the fundamental ambition of the project.

From there, we develop our ideas through 3D computer models. We find that this is the best way to present our ideas – it gives the client a much better sense of the space than a typical 2D plan can manage.

We like to start with a broad range of options and narrow this down through a dialogue with the client. It helps to ensure we don’t miss a solution that may not be immediately obvious. We try not to jump to conclusions too soon and we like to test a range of ideas.

Once we have reached a principle for the design, we can then develop this in more detail to tailor the project in terms of materials, character, form and so on, eventually reaching a final design that brings a creative answer to the brief.

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‘Be adventurous. This is your opportunity to build your forever home’ Don’t overspend unnecessarily. Spend time researching and shop around. The most expensive doesn’t always mean the best and there are so many new suppliers on the market now, so make sure you investigate what is available.

Don’t rush. Take your time on the specification and design of the interior. It’s very tempting to go on a big shopping spree and buy everything at once, but it is often better to wait and live in the property for a while before you start making large purchases. Experiencing the light and the space will help you to work out how you’re going to live there.

through the more formal work stages, from gaining planning permission through to construction.

What are the fundamentals of successfully extending and renovating your home?

The answer to this is different in each case: the right answer is one that suits the client, and each client is different so each answer is too. We believe that a project that excels in the fundamen­ tals of building design will ultimately be successful.

A key factor for us is sunshine: we try to maximise the amount of natural light that comes into the building.

When renovating and extending a house, this can mean rearranging the living spaces to make the most of the orientation and forming new openings both to bring in light and to connect with the outside space.

Materials are also important when extending a building. We like to search for a restrained palette that complements the original building while having its own quiet beauty and identity.

Emma Ellson, Bespoke Glasgow How do you build houses that enhance the landscape as well as the lives of their owners?

A house has to fit into its surroundings, it has to be giving and generous and it has to provide a social function. This is more true in built-up areas, but even single houses in the countryside have a social function. In our experience, the key is a beautiful building: beauty enhances people’s lives; living in one is transformational, but even passing one can be inspiring.

Working on a house also provides a great opportunity to improve the life of the owner. Even a modest alteration can have a significant impact.

With every project, however small, we try to do something inventive. This might be to explore a new material or technique, challenge preconceptions or even get involved in building ourselves.

This approach helps us to give a cultural and social contribution with our work and hopefully inspire others to do so too.

Kieran Gaffney,

Konishi Gaffney Architects

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Space race Interior designers have all sorts of techniques and tricks to make the very best use of your space At what point in the building process – whether it’s a renovation, an extension or a new-build home – should you bring in an interior designer?

What does a designer add?

It is worth collaborating as early as possible with an interior designer. If you only start to consider the detail of the interior once your project is well under way, you are likely to discover that you have unwittingly created unnecessary limitations in the architecture that will stop you getting the layout and finishes you want. Many clients who have come to us late in the day have been frustrated in this way, and it has cost them time and money to fix their problems.

Early collaboration allows us to work closely with the project architect, contributing our design experience to configure the interior space creatively and effectively to achieve the lifestyle the client desires. It is often only when the detail of the kitchen, bedrooms and living spaces is planned that you can be sure that the interior architecture meets your requirements.

Planning these areas as early as possible is really worth while, and goes a long way towards avoiding restrictions or expensive late-stage changes.

Which skills do interior designers offer that other professionals lack?

Interior designers contribute important skills to a project in collaboration with the architect, kitchen and bathroom design specialists, lighting designer, contractor and so on. In my experience, each profession brings specific knowledge, but the key strength is this collaboration – only when there is good teamwork do you get the best result for the client.

As well as understanding the spatial requirements and possibilities, an interior designer has in-depth knowledge of relevant manufacturers, products and finishes. They will act as a conductor, understanding how to bring all the different aspects together across the home to form a complete identity, and bring the client’s vision to life.

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What are the top colour trends at the moment?

The top colour trend at present seems to be a lack of colour – or at least a lack of applied colour. Wood is often left unfinished – sometimes even floors are left raw and unvarnished and allowed to weather. External wood cladding is either left unprotected and allowed to silver, or burnt to produce a dark, iridescent surface. Interiors clients are abandoning bright colours and often using white for walls and ceilings to allow individual pieces of art to be displayed for maximum impact.

How can I make better use of redundant spaces in my home, such as corners and under staircases? Could some of it be turned into storage space?

I find it immensely rewarding to make use of ‘lost’ spaces.

The client is always pleased – nearly every house will benefit from more storage. There are some obvious places to start: the recess beside a chimney breast, for example, can be used effectively for bookshelves in a bedroom or for a concealed mirror-faced cabinet in a bath­room. The space under a stair can become a place to store luggage that needs only occasional use, or to hide away some of the vast quantity of paraphernalia that is needed to run the data/audio-visual/ WiFi systems that have become so essential to modern living.

If there’s enough room, it’s sometimes possible to create a small WC under a staircase, with the WC positioned at the lower end of the room where less head-height is required. If you have a room with awkward extrusions – such as pipework boxing or just walls that run out of parallel – adding cupboards of varying depth is a good way to flatten out the wall. Shirts need a depth of 40cm while hanging cupboards need 60cm, so the layout can be arranged to disguise problems that would otherwise affect the symmetry and visual harmony of a room – and, to an architect, of course, there is nothing better than symmetry and harmony!

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Principal, Rundell Associates

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KITCHENS ctd

KITCHENS INTERNATIONAL

Aberdeen | Broxburn | Edinburgh | Glasgow | Tillicoultry T: 0845 074 0022 E: info@kitchensinternational.co.uk www.kitchensinternational.co.uk At Kitchens International, we can help you create a new way of living.

Our award-winning team will work with you to create your dream kitchen, designed in harmony to your home, to your life.

Discover the art of kitchen.

SELAN DESIGN LTD 30-40 Union Street Broughty Ferry Dundee DD5 2AU T: 01382 480321 www.selandesign.com

Family owned business with 29 years experience. No obligation design consultation with award winning graduate designers. Innovative design features and storage solutions within your budget.

BANG & OLUFSEN OF ABERDEEN

445 Holburn Street, Aberdeen AB10 7GU T: 01224 585771 E: aberdeen@bang-olufsen.co.uk

holburn hifi

441 Holburn Street, Aberdeen AB10 7GU T: 01224 585713 E: note@holburnhifi.co.uk www.holburnhifi.co.uk Aberdeen’s leading specialists in HiFi, Home Cinema, Smart Home and Commercial AV.

STAIRCASES

c83 / m 13 / y 88 / k1 PMS 7739C (coated) PMS 335U (uncoated)

glasgow audio

88 Great Western Road Glasgow G4 9AD T: 0141 332 4707 E: note@glasgowaudio.com www.glasgowaudio.com Glasgow Audio is one of the UK’s leading HiFi, Home Cinema and Smart Home system retailer and installers.

For Smart Home Solutions please visit our showrooms in Glasgow or Aberdeen.

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c0 / m100 / y100 / k0 PMS 485C (coated) PMS Bright Red U (Uncoated)

STOCKWELL LTD

42 Grayshill Road Westfield North Cumbernauld G68 9HQ T: 01236 451074 www.stockwell-ltd.co.uk Stockwell Ltd are Scotland’s specialist timber staircase manufacturers, providing unrivalled service to: major house builders; timber kit manufacturers; joiners; builders and home owners.

Topflight Precast

The Old Sawmill, c/o Cloburn Quarry Lanark, South Lanarkshire ML11 8SR T: 01555 663444 | 07774 705835 E: office@topflightprecast.co.uk www.precastconcretestairs.co.uk A range of top quality bespoke concrete staircases, unique to each individual project. From design to manufacture, we ensure only the highest standards at each and every stage of the process. Creativity not compromise.

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Listings STOVES

SCOTTISH STOVE CENTRE

63 Main Street Croftamie

By Drymen Glasgow G63 0EU T: 01360 661 112 E: info@scottishstovecentre.co.uk www.scottishstovecentre.co.uk Quality brands including Chesney’s, Clearview, Charnwood, Jotul, Scan, Hwam, Stuv, Wiking, Aga, Rayburn, Lohberger, Everhot, Rais and many more.

TILES

PORCELAIN PLUS

3-5 Lenziemill Road, Lenziemill Ind Estate Cumbernauld Glasgow G67 2RL T: 01236 728 436 E: moira@porcelainplus.co.uk www.porcelainplus.co.uk Think outside the box.

Porcelain tiles and pavers are the future.

Come and see for yourself in our new showroom.

Solutions for the 21st century that will last to the 22nd century. Suitable for outside and inside.

TIMBER HOMES

TIMBER FRAME

oakwrights scotland

T.J. Crump Oakwrights Ltd 21 Portland Road Kilmarnock KA1 2BT T: 0141 309 9237 E: enquiries@oakwrights.co.uk www.oakwrights.co.uk/scotland From garden buildings, garages and home extensions, right through to our incredible timber framed homes, building with oak starts with Oakwrights, all under one roof! Visit our website to read about our all-encompassing service.

WINDOWS

timber design & construction

RURAL HOUSE LTD

HERMITAGE WINDOWS

Timber Design was founded in 2004 by Gaetan Goubet, with the aim of providing high quality oak frames. With 25 years of experience in the industry, Gaetan will be involved with each project right through to its completion.

R.House offer a complete turnkey solution.

From planning permission, building warrant and ground works through to your completed home. Providing sustainable, contemporary, design-led homes which are made on the Isle of Skye and delivered throughout Scotland.

Hermitage Windows is a widely respected third generation family business specialising in the restoration and manufacture of traditional handmade sash and case windows throughout Scotland.

Unit 2, Woodside Mid Road Kirriemuir DD8 4PJ T: 07919876563 E: gaetangoub@hotmail.com www.timberdesign.org.uk

6A Drynoch, Crossal Isle of Skye IV47 8SP T: 01478 612899 E: sales@ruralhouse.net www.ruralhouse.co.uk

44 Howden Hall Crescent Edinburgh EH16 6UR. T: 0131 258 5248 M: 07725696341 E: info@hermitagewindows.co.uk www.hermitagewindows.co.uk Facebook: Hermitage Windows

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Home Technology

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Bathrooms

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Kitchens

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Builders Merchants

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Smart Home

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Building Services

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Staircases

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Custom Joinery

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Stoves

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Doors

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Tiles

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Finance

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Timber Frame

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Flooring

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Timber Homes

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Garden Rooms

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Windows

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Greenhouses

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Architeco Ltd

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Oakwrights Scotland

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Bang & Olufsen of Aberdeen

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Outside In Garden Rooms

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BANN

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Porcelain Plus

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The Bathroom Company

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Rural House Ltd

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Cameron Interiors

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Russwood Ltd

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CJ Carpet Binding

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Selan Design Ltd

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Federation of Master Builders

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Scottish Building Society

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Glasgow Audio

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Scottish Stove Centre

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Hermitage Windows

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Stockwell Ltd

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Home Control Scotland

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Strathearn Stone & Timber Ltd

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JAMStudio Ltd

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Timber Design & Construction

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JML Contracts Ltd

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TJ Ross

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Keder Greenhouse Ltd

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Topflight Precast

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Kitchens International

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Urban Front

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McNairs Building Supplies

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Victor Paris

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scottishstovecentre Scottish Stove Centre located 20 minutes north of Glasgow & 20 minutes south of Stirling in hamlet of Croftamie

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scottishstovecentre

scottishstovecentre

63 Main Street, Croftamie, by Drymen, Glasgow, G63 0EU Tel: 01360 661112 Email: info@scottishstovecentre.co.uk 63 Main Street, Croftamie, by Drymen, Glasgow, G63 0EU Tel: 01360 661112 Email: info@scottishstovecentre.co.uk Scottish Stove Centre located 20 minutes north of Glasgow & 20 minutes south of Stirling in hamlet of Croftamie by Drymen, has established itself as the market leader for log/multifuel burning stoves. The refurbished showroom which many people will remember as Drymen Volvo has been completely re-fitted and now showcases over 100 appliances many of which are fully working models. With utility providers forecasting inevitable price rises for gas, Oil & electricity now could be the right time to install a “green” “renewable energy” wood burning stove. Improved design and testing results in efficiencies of, 87% in some cases and many units have the ability to burn logs in a “Smoke Control Zone” while still complying with the Clean Air Act.

www.scottishstovecentre.co.uk

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Opening hours: Monday: Friday 9am - 5pm, Saturday: 10am - 5pm, Sunday: 11am - 4pm

Opening hours: Monday: Friday 9am - 5pm, Saturday: 10am - 5pm, Sunday: 11am - 4pm

Quality Brands Including: Chesney’s, RAIS, Clearview, Charnwood, Jotul, Scan, Hwam, Wiking, Stuv, Jetmaster, Quality Brands Including: Chesney’s, Clearview, AGA, Jydepejsen, Morso, Spartherm,RAIS, Stovax, Gazco, Charnwood, Jotul, Scan,Bodart Euroheat, Hwam, Stuv, Jetmaster, Bell Fires, Dunsley, & Gonay, Barbus, Everhot, AGA, Jydepejsen, Contura, Morso, Spartherm, Gazco, Rayburn, Lohberger, HDG Biomass Boilers andStovax, many more.

Bell Fires, Dunsley, Bodart & Gonay, Barbus, Everhot, Rayburn, Lohberger, HDG Biomass Boilers and many more.

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