Building & Renovating Guide 2017

BUILDING & RENOVATING GUIDE 2017

Free supplement with issue 115 of Homes & Interiors Scotland

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s the thought of planning and organising a project – even just contemplating it – giving you nightmares? And you don't know where to begin? Ease the dread of the hard slog and start here.

The annual Building & Renovating Guide is back to assist you with the project of your dreams – and it's free with issue 115 of Homes & Interiors Scotland. This practical and informative supplement is full of sound advice from some of the country's leading architects and bathroom and kitchen designers. We've collated professionals in specialist fields including finance and technology and sought insider tips from experts in sustainability and interior design. Inspirational, real-life case studies from different parts of the country illustrate the challenges and successes that are all part and parcel of projects big and small.

Whether you decide to go it alone or enlist the help of those in the know, taking on a project requires vision, commitment and courage. You can do it! ]

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NEWS TIME The latest offerings

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THE BIG BUILD A disused building in Falkirk is restored and extended

HAT TRICK Three small rooms are now a cohesive and zoned master suite

HEARTY STUFF A contemporary open-plan kitchendining-sitting room is the place to be

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Architects are typically the first professional to which anyone seeking to improve their homes will speak. We are responsible for taking someone’s hopes and aspirations for their home and making them manifest by developing a design that exceeds these hopes. Most people have the chance to make significant property alterations once or twice in their lifetime – so we are there to help make sure you get it right. A good architect will help spend a budget wisely – so that money flows to the areas where it will have the most positive effect. People often have a clear idea on how they want a room to look; but there are areas which are worth investing in, and areas where you can achieve a lot with a little. Good windows, for example, are a huge benefit both environmentally and for the relationship that’s established with the outside. With flooring, however, it’s possible to achieve a lot with a restricted budget, but decorative flourishes to make it feel luxurious.

Matt Loader, Director, Loader Monteith Architects

When building a home from scratch, when should the outdoor space be considered and planned?

More often than not the garden or outdoor space is an integral part of a self-build project and one that requires a long-term vision at the very outset. We certainly believe that it is really important for the project architect to work alongside an appointed garden designer, if budget allows, as early as possible in the whole process. There are a number of real considerations around garden design to be made early on. For example, ensuring access to the garden for all planned works to take place, as this could be very limiting once construction is complete. There may be a need for access to electrics or other services if, for example, customers might want to install a garden room requiring heating and lighting. It’s also important to think about sheltered or shaded areas of the garden, much in the same way as the positioning of windows and doors within the home itself are considered. And finally, while not all budgets allow for a garden designer, we still recommend that some funds should be set aside garden design as part of the whole build, even if just for some outdoor landscaping.

John Langley, Director, JML Contracts Ltd

What are the unexpected financial headaches?

Regardless of the type of home you want to create, be it modern or traditional, timber or brick, rural or urban, preparing a detailed budget is essential. You have to show your potential future lender that you can afford what you are proposing, and that the development is feasible for the costs you have quoted. While it is true that underestimating what your new home will cost is likely to end in disaster – you’d be ill advised to start off with big plans and a small budget. The majority of developments fail because money has run out before it’s complete. To work out how much your self-build will cost you need to assess how much money and equity you already have and how much you can afford to borrow, and then make a calculation of the size and type of house you can build with that figure. If you already know the size of property you want to achieve, you can work out in reverse how much it will cost to buy some land and build it. For an estimate of what your scheme will cost (try BuildStore’s free online cost calculator). A lender will want to see floor plans for the property, a projection of costs and planning permission details. This stage shouldn’t be rushed and may take up to five months to complete.

You need to be absolutely clear on everything including the people and materials being used, build type, construction method, materials, location and schedule of costs. This detailed plan can be prepared by yourself, but it may be wise to ask your architect or hire a project manager to create the documents for you.

Rachel Pyne, Director of Financial Services, BuildStore

What does insurance cover in a renovation project and when?

Clients’ homes are often their most valuable asset with rebuild values in excess of £1m. Renovation work can be an exciting but sometimes stressful project. Insurance cover must be checked prior to undertaking any work: • Will your existing insurers cover the buildings work?

• If they do what exclusions may apply?

• What is the maximum value of works permitted under your existing policy?

• What is the project timescale?

It is essential that you remain in control of the insurance arrangements for your home and not rely on a contractor’s insurance to provide cover for the contract works. Home insurers are often unable to accept the risk of insuring the home if it is undergoing works in excess of £50,000. This could leave your home uninsured if, for example, a fire breaks out unrelated to the building works. You must seek advice from your insurer on how to effectively protect the existing structure and insure the contract works under one policy, to ensure there are no gaps in cover or grey areas.

This allows a cleaner, simpler claims process should there be complications.

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ask the experts When should I get my interior designer involved in a new renovation project?

What are the key features in a sustainable home project?

In an ideal world, we’d be part of things from the outset, at the same time as the architect gets involved, in order to discuss all ideas and design concepts. Our input is crucial to ensuring the services – sockets, radiators and so on – are in the right place to give the best layouts. We’d also want to help ensure the best materials are being used to create the desired effect.

Spending time and money at this early stage will save on the same resources further down the line and hopefully eliminate the need for late changes. Key factors such as electrical layouts, radiator positions, window heights and lighting plans can benefit greatly from an interior designer’s creative input and vision – how the dressing of windows, for example, can be important not only from aesthetic perspective but also for functionality. Such decisions should be made as early as possible in the process.

Margot Paton, Chelsea Mclaine

High thermal performance fabric The main design principles we follow to maximise the energy efficiency of the building fabric are: air-tight construction; super-high insulation; optimising solar gain through the provision of large south-facing openings and triple glazing; using the thermal mass of the building fabric to regulate temperature; and eliminating thermal bridging within the building envelope.

Is it possible to find eco-friendly options for flooring?

There are lots of eco-friendly flooring options – two of the best are vinyl and wool. For a warm and welcoming look, Carpetright’s Camden wool carpet is ideal. Nothing beats the feeling of wool under bare feet, which is why it is such a popular choice for bedrooms. Vinyl flooring is perfectly suited to bathrooms, where it is a much more affordable option than ceramic or porcelain tiles. Our graphic monochrome Mardi Gras Sagres vinyl, for example, makes a strong statement without breaking the bank.

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Renewable heating and hot-water technology For a home to be sustainable, it will need an efficient and renewable source for the primary heating system.

We always look at all the potential options for a project, giving the client comparisons of the costs involved so they can make an informed decision. There is a lot of new technology on the market that can provide renewable heating – heat pumps are very competitive in price and are also supported financially by the government.

Microgeneration Generating your own electricity, whether through solar panels, wind turbines or hydromicrogeneration, is straightforward nowadays. With any excess able to be sold back to the national grid, it can be a cost-effective investment for a long-term income. It is then possible to have a ‘net zero’ home that will generate its own energy and have zero emissions in use.

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Key factors such as radiator positions, window heights and lighting plans can all benefit from an interior designer’s creative input

Intelligent ventilation For an energy-efficient home, it is critical to get the ventilation strategy right, especially with the air-tightness target being as low as possible. We often recommend heat-recovery solutions in consultation with advice from a specialist installer to improve the home environment and energy efficiency. Ventilation systems can mitigate overheating, retain the maximum amount of heat inside the building and filter the air to keep it fresh.

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There is certainly something to be said for creating an entrance that will distinguish a building from its neighbours and give it its own identity. It’s all about making an impact while still feeling balanced and fitting into the existing building design. There are lots of ways to create a focal point, such as installing an imposing porch, a sizable overhang, a glass canopy or a couple of stone pillars. This doesn’t take away the need for simplicity where applicable; simplicity can be powerful in many ways – especially when it doesn’t prepare you for what lies within. Think about the door not just from the outside of the house, but from the inside too. And although the front door should stand out more than it should blend in, the really essential thing is that it fits properly.

Elizabeth Assaf, Urban Front

Stainless steel is a popular material for kitchen sinks because it is so durable. The price of a stainless-steel sink will depend on the bowl depth and size and the number of bowls. The thickness of the steel will be a factor, too, with entry-level sinks usually between 0.5mm and 1.2mm thick.

Alternative materials, such as composite granite, are also proving popular, thanks to their durability, versatility and price. These sinks offer the beauty of natural stone but can be moulded into various shapes; the Geotech versions we sell at Caple consist of around 80% natural materials (and are manufactured using low-energy processes). These sinks are highly durable, resistant to scratches and heat. They are also easy to clean and come in a variety of colours so they will fit into most kitchen schemes.

Luke Shipway, Caple

How do you fit modern technology into a traditional living room?

Will a contemporary room work around an existing traditional fireplace?

For many people, it’s either make a statement or hide away: no one wants a cheap plastic box on display in a key room.

With network control via iPad or smartphone, it’s pretty easy to conceal source equipment such as Sky boxes, DVD players or network music players either inside a cabinet in the room or centrally in a hall cupboard or utility room. For total invisibility, TV screens can be hidden behind mirrors or pictures or built into cabinets or media walls. Speakers can be colour coded to disappear or built into walls or ceilings. The latest generation of speakers from the likes of Amina can be painted, plastered or even wallpapered over.

The key to the success of these projects is planning – knowing where the key pieces in the room are going to be placed so the necessary cables be installed before the final decoration. Many of these systems rely on good Wi-Fi, so plan a discreet wireless access point in the room too.

At the other end of the spectrum, many home entertainment products can be a style statement in themselves, such as handcrafted walnut speakers from Italy’s Sonus Faber.

Linn has speakers that can be customised in Harris Tweed or Timorous Beasties fabric. Catch up with the recent trend for vinyl with a classic Linn turntable on show or a deck from Rega in gloss black.

Allan Boyd, Loud & Clear

To achieve a contemporary look in a room with a traditional fireplace (or any other period architectural feature for that matter), I would suggest that you avoid the ‘historic’ colours touted by the paint companies and look for something a little unexpected: consider a bold blue or a subtle pink, for example. Wallpaper is also great for creating a contemporary look: I have done several projects using grasscloth wallpaper in bold hues, which always looks sleek and smart but is still very much at ease in traditional architectural settings.

You don’t need to buy modern furniture to achieve a contemporary look. My preference is to choose classic shapes and use fabrics with a contemporary feel to them – a boldly patterned print or sumptuous velvet in a vivid colour, for example. Unlike chintzy florals, geometric patterns will always look modern (although clashing a floral with bright piping can be an insouciant flourish which looks modern).

Once you have the walls painted (or papered) and some beautifully upholstered furniture, consider adding more colour and pattern with a rug, cushions and lamps. This will feel fresh and modern if you stay away from the traditional murkier colours and go for brights with more zing – avoid rust browns, reds and greens and consider pale blues, pinks, turquoises and chartreuse.

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DETAILS What A three-bedroom house, constructed from both newbuild and renovated elements Where Falkirk Architect :that studio www.thatstudio.scot

THE PRACTICE Based at 100 High Street, Linlithgow, :thatstudio chartered architects is a young practice founded in 2015 by director Andrew Taylor after almost ten years with leading Scottish architects Page\Park.

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THE PROJECT The project was for a new dwelling to be created in the Arnothill and Dollar Park conservation area of Falkirk. A disused building, originally a stables and coach house, was retained and refurbished then supplemented with a generous contemporary extension arranged

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The grouping is arranged around a series of courtyards, conceptually defined as ‘entrance’, ‘heart’ and ‘back green’

around a central courtyard. The extension is positioned with a south-westerly aspect, creating a sun-trap. It is flanked on two sides by large glazed doors, an inside-outside arrangement that effectively doubles the living space. The work took around 15 months, beginning in late 2015 and completing in early 2017.

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[Above and right] The ‘insideoutside’ nature of the house can clearly be seen in these images, where the central courtyard effectively doubles the footprint when the glazed doors (from Gray & Dick) are open. Zinc cladding

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THE BRIEF The client asked us to design a new high-quality three-bedroom house using the existing building. There were also other requests, specifically: 1) to include ample storage space and a utility room

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2) to explore ways in which the internal living spaces and the external social spaces could be fully connected 3) to ensure the dwelling would have good thermal performance and low running costs all year round We quickly concluded that an open-plan layout with good visual and physical links would be the best way of meeting all of these disparate requests. To that end, a series of new-build elements was designed to form the connections. We chose more contemporary materials for these in order to provide a strong contrast with the existing stables and coach house, although the mixture of materials still feels harmonious.

The interior was arranged to make extensive use of natural light, and as well as the open-plan area we designed smaller, more intimate spaces to be used for sleep and study.

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THE CONCEPT The building is conceived as a series of turning architectural gables, which take their inspiration from the relationship between the existing buildings and the architectural style of the main villa nearby.

The grouping is arranged around a series of courtyards, which we conceptually defined as ‘entrance’, ‘heart’ and ‘back green’. The entrance courtyard allows the existing buildings to command their own setting, while the ‘heart’ courtyard provides a more discreet social space (where the new link element transfers to a single-storey volume), finally receding into the ‘back green’ – a quieter, more contemplative and intimate space.

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The most important thing is to work alongside people who share the vision and are committed to achieving the client’s goals

THE LAYOUT Conceived as an inside-outside dwelling, as mentioned above, this home is arranged around a central courtyard with secondary courtyard spaces towards the front and back. Large glazed sliding doors flank two sides of the main ‘heart’ courtyard, allowing the living areas to be fully opened to the outside. A cantilevered canopy projection offers shelter in bad weather; it also acts in combination with the other glazed elements to effectively manage sun penetration throughout the year, providing ample light with minimal glare.

[Above] The kitchen, from MGM Timber, is bathed in light from a combination of glazed doors and roof windows. The Jotul stove adds to the warmth supplied by the underfloor heating installed by Rehau Home. [Opposite] The gable form is repeated throughout the build

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The living room takes on a contemporary gable form that echoes the existing stables and coach house, while both the existing buildings and the new living-room volume are connected by a single-storey link, allowing all three pavilions to function as a single dwelling. The small and cellular nature of the existing buildings provide a cosier and more intimate environment; these lend themselves naturally to becoming the bedroom and study spaces,.

THE SOLUTION Knowing that we were working within the Arnothill and Dollar Park conservation area, our design proposal adopted an approach referred to as ‘a best practice for building conservation’ by the local planning authority. Each of the existing buildings was retained and conserved, with a strategy of like-for-like repair implemented. As part of this, we reused the existing slate, rendered repairs in traditional wet-dash, replaced timber-framed windows with matching equivalents, and renewed gutters and drainpipes in cast iron.

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a deliberated design decision to create a visual contrast that accentuates the conserved elements without compromising their charm or disguising their original function. Each pavilion is set away from the next to allow them to retain their own setting; this complements the courtyard landscape strategy created by the existing buildings.

The new elements, a mixture of steel, timber, glass and stone, are constructed as free façade-framed structures. This makes it possible to have the large volumes and open-plan spaces consistent with contemporary living aspirations, as requested by the clients. The smaller cellular existing buildings, meanwhile, required little intervention, lending themselves easily to more intimate spaces such as bedrooms.

THE TEAM There are very many people to engage with during the course of a construction project like this. The most important thing is to work alongside people who share in the vision of the build and are committed to achieving the client’s goals. From initial design stage through to completion, there must have been close to 100 people who helped shape the outcome of this particular project.

THE CONCLUSION Our intention on this commission was to create an interesting chronology of evolution across the site, enhancing the richness of its character and retaining the heart of a small but important piece of history. ]

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Main contractor self-build Structural engineer David Narro Associates Structural glazing and sliding doors Gray and Dick Ltd Zinc cladding and roofing Matheson Plumbing Ground-source heat pump and underfloor heating EcoCoil from Rehau Timber cladding Russwood Flooring Burlington Stone, tiler Robert Ferguson Driveway Tobermore, installed by Robert Hall Landscaping Plumbing John Main Electrics NB Connect Painting and decorating Michael Fleming Kitchen supplied by MGM Timber and installed by Colin Doyle Roof slate Burlington to existing building and Cupa Heavy to the new-build, installed by Greenaway Roofing Stove supplied by Jotul and installed by Stewart Wilson

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BUSINESS PROFILE

What makes your company unique?

Angus & Mack’s contemporary staircases and bespoke wooden cabinets are characterised by an unswerving attention to detail, not only in the manufacture and fitting but in the simplicity of their clean, contemporary design too.

Why should potential customers go to you?

ANGUS & MACK Bespoke staircases, bookshelves and built-in furniture, all made from locally sourced timber, are helping this Lothians firm take the next step

In working with designers, architects, builders and private clients, our team use their sound knowledge of construction to offer you a comprehensive design and manufacturing service. Our expert team will work with you to determine your requirements, designing and manufacturing a solution to meet your needs. When you commission us to build your staircase, cabinet or bookshelves, you can rest assured that you’ll receive an unbeatable level of workmanship.

What has been your biggest challenge?

We’re passionate about creating environmentally friendly products that

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support Scotland’s timber industry and the local community. We have built a reputation for tackling difficult staircases where the space and specification requires a creative and sympathetic solution. We work hard to come up with innovative ways to solve your interior design and staircase problems, leaving you with striking results.

What inspires your designs?

We believe that staircases shouldn’t be confined to a single function, but that where appropriate they should also be furniture, sculpture, even art. Unrivalled attention to detail is present in every completed project, leaving our clients happy and satisfied with the work we’ve done for them. Our contemporary staircases contrast perfectly with period homes, offering a light and

modern flow throughout the home. They’re just as at home in contemporary buildings, helping you to create a clean, natural and bright environment.

Tell us about your products Our workshop near Edinburgh produces spiral, winding and straight stairs; we like to innovate with different stringers and finish balustrades with wood or glass. We use locally sourced Scottish timber along with American black walnut and European oak.

What does the future hold?

As well as working with private clients, we regularly work with schools, libraries and other commercial clients to help them design and install high-quality timber products that’ll last throughout the years.

[From left] Angus & Mack specialises in madeto-measure contemporary timber staircases.

Sweeping curves and sharp geometrics are possible, with each design created specifically to suit the client’s home

Angus & Mack 2 Airfield Workshops, Cousland, Dalkeith EH22 2PE 01875 321123

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BANN JOINERY & BUILDING

From the restoration of period properties to stylish new build homes, Edinburgh’s leading construction company will deliver projects that exceed expectations

What makes your company unique?

What has been your biggest challenge so far?

As one of Edinburgh’s leading construction companies, we specialise in delivering exceptional buildings and interiors. Whether we are sympathetically restoring a listed period property or tackling a cutting-edge new-build, our aim is to create homes that offer flexible living solutions and make full use of space and light. We champion a number of award-winning architects, designers and materials, which helps us to create bespoke projects. We provide excellent customer service during the design and construction phases and also once the project is completed.

With every project we work on, no matter what size or scale it is, obstacles inevitably present themselves, so we are very experienced at coming up with clever solutions to every situation.

Many of our commissions have involved the restoration and renovation of listed buildings, which can be very challenging to work on. We have been able to draw on our skills and long experience of working within the strict constraints of building and conservation regulations to deliver the client’s vision.

Why should potential customers go to you?

We work with our clients from the concept stages right through to execution, discussing each customer’s needs, lifestyle and ideas from the outset to translate this information into a design concept.

We also work closely with visionary architects and designers to deliver projects that excel in both style and functionality. As well as managing all our builds and providing all accredited trades (including builders, joiners, electricians, tilers, plumbers, heating engineers and plasterers), we can arrange architectural design and apply for building warrants, including consents for listed buildings.

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What inspires your designs?

We have built up a diverse portfolio and look to a number of influences when creating and executing design ideas. First and foremost, we always listen to the client’s needs and wants, and we work alongside a range of industry experts so we can translate these needs and wants into tangible design ideas that reflect the individual style of the client.

Tell us about the products you sell Our products range from kitchens and bathrooms to full renovations, restorations and extensions. We offer a number of design ideas

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and work with a wide range of high-quality suppliers to ensure that we always create products that are individually tailored to each client’s needs. Every single BANN project is meticulously designed, managed and executed.

What does the future hold?

BANN has established a reputation as Edinburgh’s leading construction company. We are known for our professionalism, experience, creativity and customer service. This is a reputation that we will continue to strengthen and build on, and we are excited about the prospect of working with both existing and new clients as we move forward.

BANN Joinery & Building, 9 Sauchiebank, Edinburgh EH11 2NN 0131 629 4290 • E-mail info@banngroup.co.uk

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CAMERON INTERIORS

Behind the expertise and excellence of this kitchen design specialist is a family business with nearly 40 years’ experience

What makes your company unique?

Cameron Interiors only deals with the best and, for us, the best is Bulthaup. This German brand is renowned worldwide for its ability to set new standards of innovation in kitchen design, combining state-ofthe-art manufacturing techniques with time-honoured craftsmanship. Innovation, precision and stunning aesthetics are characteristic of the brand. For Bulthaup, precision means superlative expertise and quality as well as technical perfection – all qualities that Cameron Interiors stands for.

Why should potential customers go to you?

We believe that whatever we design has to work in its existing surroundings, and our clients really appreciate that we take the bigger picture into account. We listen

[Above] The long lean lines of the Bulthaup b3 kitchen design contrasts beautifully with this high-ceilinged, rustic space. [Right] Cameron Interiors has formed a strong partnership with the German manufacturer. [Opposite] The company designs bespoke bedrooms too; this kitchen shows off the sleek unadorned Bulthaup cabinetry

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carefully so we understand who will be using the space and in what way. We don’t just make kitchens look ‘pretty’; rather, we ensure they function beyond expectations.

We aim to create something the client will want to live with for a long time.

What has been your biggest challenge so far?

Cameron Interiors is not a high-volume/ quick-turnover company. Many of our projects take several months to go from initial design to completion. This allows us to build a proper relationship with our clients so we really get to know them. We also get to know each project inside out, which ensures that at the end of the job our clients are delighted with the outcome.

And whether it’s a kitchen or an entire house that we’re working on, we pride ourselves on our holistic approach to design.

What inspires your designs?

Kitchen products today can look impressive but don’t always have quality behind them.

With Bulthaup, that’s not the case. Its product is second to none and our fitters train with the company in Germany before they’re allowed to fit any Bulthaup kitchen.

Likewise, our studio personnel are all qualified designers focused on working with each client to create the ideal space. They too regularly attend training at Bulthaup in Germany to ensure they have the most up-to-date product knowledge. This relationship has allowed Cameron Interiors to offer a high-quality design-and-supply service, designing living spaces from plans to installation.

Tell us about your products Our appliance partners include Siemens, Gaggenau and Miele, and we regularly host events to demonstrate them. These are very popular – after all, if you’re going to invest in a kitchen that is built to last, you want to know what the experts know, and these events are a great opportunity to find out.

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PRECISION

What does the future hold?

We were very proud to win the title of Best Kitchen Company at the Scottish Home Improvement Awards last year. It was a tremendous achievement, and great recognition for our team. We aim to build on that success moving forward – we love what we do, our products are designed by market leaders, and perfection is genuinely what we aim to deliver.

458-462 Crow Road, Glasgow • 0141 334 9532 31 Dundas Street, Edinburgh • 0131 556 2233

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Hubbub

Blending cutting-edge products with clever design, Hubbub take the hassle out of home technology

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EXCELLENT

HOME TECHNOLOGY DESIGN INSTALLATION

[Top left] No ugly wires: this seamless sound-and-vision set-up is a pleasure to look at, even when it’s off. [Bottom left] A TV neatly integrated into the kitchen. [Left] Home cinema rooms are one of the company’s specialities

What makes your company unique?

Hubbub Home Technology is the company in Scotland providing design and installation of solutions for networking, TVs, multi-room hi-fi, home cinema, home security and aerials/satellite for homes and small businesses, no matter how big or how small the project. We work closely with our clients, their architects and property developers to provide bespoke solutions and pride ourselves in going the extra mile.

Why should potential customers go to you?

Hubbub engineers have extensive experience in home technology design, particularly during renovations of older properties. We have many delighted customers who are happy to recommend our service due to our careful attention to

detail and our professional approach. We always focus on future-proofing our designs during renovation, allowing our customers to install home technology as and when their needs and budgets grow.

What has been your biggest challenge?

We are asked to deliver technology to meet the demands of the 21st-century family, but our installation must always be sympathetic to the period of the building. For example, we face the challenge of delivering reliable Wi-Fi throughout old Victorian buildings with thick walls and high ceilings, so we embed wireless access points on each floor and install extenders as needed.

What inspires your designs?

Our clients inspire our designs. We collaborate with them to understand

their needs, wishes and budget and then we work hand-in-hand with building contractors and their tradesmen to provide bespoke solutions.

Tell us about your products We provide complete solutions for the latest innovations in multi-room music, home cinema, high-definition TVs, computing, networking, home security, remote control of heating and lighting, and aerial installation.

What does the future hold?

Most of Hubbub’s customers are currently in Edinburgh and the Lothians, the Borders, Fife and Perthshire. We are expanding our customer base across Glasgow, Aberdeen and the Highlands too. At Hubbub we track all the latest innovations in technology and ensure our customers are offered the most up-to-date and reliable products.

Hubbub Home Technology, 22 Lomond Road, Edinburgh EH5 3JR 0131 552 7601 • sales@hubbubknowhow.com

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KITCHENS INTERNATIONAL

The award-winning kitchen company puts its success down to unrivalled quality and customer care

What makes your company unique?

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.

Why should potential customers go to you?

We pride ourselves on offering total customer care. It is the foundation of our company and the principle that has built us an unrivalled, award-winning reputation. We believe that the only way to guarantee satisfaction to every customer, from concept to completion, 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?

With no formal national training offered by colleges or the government, it is hard to learn the art of kitchen design. To counteract this, we created our own Training Academy, where we recruit new young designers and train them in-house. Refurbishing older houses and moving the kitchen to a new part of the house can also be challenging, but it is these challenges that our designers relish and win awards for.

What inspires your designs?

Our clients are our biggest inspiration. Our designers listen to what they want, building up a picture of their life and family so the kitchen will reflect their needs perfectly. We have excellent relationships with many clients which have often turned into long-term friendships. We are also inspired by Scotland’s stunning scenery and architecture.

Tell us about the products you sell As the UK’s largest independent retailer, KI offers the most extensive product portfolio available from one company. Leading

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luxury furniture brands such as Poggenpohl, Leicht, Stoneham and Callerton, as well as our KI Collection, are complemented by appliances from Sub-Zero & Wolf, Gaggenau, V-ZUG, Siemens and Neff. Innovation is key to our offering and our collection of work surfaces, splashbacks and accessories demonstrate our commitment to giving clients the very latest in kitchen technology.

What does the future hold?

Kitchen design will become ever more efficient, stylish and integrated into the fabric of the house. Kitchen islands are seen as multi-functional spaces that act as the bridge between cooking and socialising and kitchen seating has evolved to reflect this.

Integrated banqueting seating is becoming very on-trend as the dining area becomes a unified part of the kitchen. Worktops are sleeker than ever with thin profile laminate worktops or engineered stone showing that smooth finish. Storage solutions are developing at a rapid pace with accessibility as the key. Long drawers, cookware centres and self -contained units, with pocket doors to hide appliances, will all be the new norm in the kitchen.

WORDS TO SUM UP THE BUSINESS

INNOVATIVE

CREATIVE

TRUSTWORTHY PROFESSIONAL

QUALITY

[Opposite] KI’s designers can work around a room's original features, such as this mantle, integrating them harmoniously into the layout. [Above] Clever zoning allows this open-plan kitchen-diner to function successfully. [Top left] Every scrap of space is planned to perfection with a place for everything, as the inside of this cupboard shows. [Top right] Seamless work surfaces make cleaning easier, while high-tech boiling water taps mean there's no need for a kettle

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

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MOZOLOWSKI & MURRAY

Bespoke conservatories are just part of this awardwinning company’s portfolio of exceptional products

What makes your company unique?

We work with clients to individually design and build the perfect extension to their home. Our uniquely experienced team delivers a level of expertise that combines quality and craftsmanship with innovative modern technology, to produce truly outstanding results. Boasting Scotland’s only Conservatory Design Centre and Scotland’s largest window CNC machine, we continue to demonstrate our commitment to excellent customer service and to delivering the highest standard of product. Our bespoke hardwood timber frames are now produced to an unrivalled level of precision and finish.

Why should potential customers go to you?

We not only specialise in delivering exceptionally high-quality bespoke products, but our commitment to investing in our staff and delivering a first-class client experience has formed the backbone of our business and earned us an award-winning reputation. Training in-house means we’re always in control, while our fully integrated project-management service means we deal with everything from initial planning processes and designers to construction teams and finishers, giving clients complete peace of mind from concept to completion.

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What has been your biggest challenge so far?

Our biggest challenge is ensuring that we stay ahead. As market trends change, we have to constantly innovate to make sure we are delivering exactly what our clients need, while staying true to our core values of quality, professionalism and integrity. The bespoke nature of our work means our projects vary dramatically, from small glass and timber extensions to grand conservatories or luxury garden rooms. As we work all year round and all over the country, having a strong business infrastructure and workforce is crucial to meeting this challenge and is why we have earned an industry leading reputation.

What inspires your designs?

Bespoke timber and glass structures, whether that’s an extension, conservatory, orangery or garden room, often have to reflect the client’s style, the type of existing property, how the space will be used and demonstrate the added value it brings to their home and lifestyle. Our designs are therefore inspired by whatever our client wants to achieve in his/her own environment, which increasingly consists of more light, open-plan living space and a seamless connection to the outdoors, in a space that can be enjoyed, all year round.

Tell us about your products Because our products are bespoke, we can extend homes and create stunning designs to suit any style of home or garden. We specialise in handcrafted hardwood timber-and-glass structures and can design, manufacture and install conservatories, orangeries, sun lounges, extensions, garden rooms and windows. Using high-quality natural materials, crafted by experts and in a wide choice of colours and finishes, we are able to offer our clients something truly unique.

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QUALITY BESPOKE INNOVATIVE

DIVERSE DEDICATED

[Opposite] This classic conservatory draws inspiration from the architecture of the house and gives the owners not only a new room but a closer connection to the garden. [Left] Innovative structures such as this glazed roof are now possible thanks to new technology.

[Below] Sliding glass doors are a simple but very effective solution

What does the future hold?

We have gone from being a small family run workshop, to a leading national luxury brand, having built a loyal, professional and highly skilled workforce, whose dedication, attention to detail and commitment to delivering a firstclass customer experience, has earned us an unrivalled reputation. This is the driving force behind our commitment to transforming many more homes and lifestyles across Scotland and is why we will always be proud to call ourselves, Mozolowski & Murray.

57 Comiston Road, Edinburgh EH10 6AG 0345 050 5440

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MURRAY & MURRAY Bespoke hand-crafted cabinetry, beautifully designed, sets this firm apart

[Above] Beautiful furniture, rather than kitchen cabinets, was the brief for this stylish kitchen.

[Below] The company offers a wide range of luxury work surfaces.

[Right] Furniture for living-rooms is designed too, such as these madeto-measure cabinets

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What makes your company unique?

What inspires your designs?

Our spray-painting and in-house veneering facilities give us an edge over most other bespoke cabinetry companies, and arguably over most European modular offerings too.

It provides us with the opportunity to create contemporary furniture which boasts flat factory paint finishes (in any colour), with sleek grain-matched timber veneers and precision-engineered German ironmongery, combined with the build quality of handcrafted, bespoke cabinetry. It’s a very unusual hybrid – “hand-crafted sleek” – not found anywhere else in Scotland.

Why should potential customers go to you?

We have a team of very talented designers throughout our showrooms who are able to devise truly creative and visually stimulating solutions, as all of our cabinetry is entirely bespoke and made to order in our Fife workshop. Unlike other companies who are restricted by the modular catalogued product they have available, we have the luxury of designing not only to virtually any taste, but also to suit any shape or size of room, in a large selection of materials. If we can draw it, most often we can make it.

As a rule, we don’t hire sales people, we hire creatives. So designing isn’t just the day job for our team. They all in their own way immerse themselves in the world of design; whether that’s through travelling, visiting art galleries, keeping up with the latest food haunts or simply staying abreast of new trends through the wonderful world of social media.

Tell us about your products

As well as our bespoke cabinetry, we partner with other top-end companies who deliver our high standards through every aspect of the project – quality German and US appliance brands, such as Miele and SubZero & Wolf, along with specialist worktop processors who offer many exotic stones.

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LUXURY HANDMADE

BESPOKE

CABINETRY SOLUTIONS

What does the future hold?

Once we open our new Perthshire showroom and complete our workshop expansion, we’re looking forward to delivering many more projects locally and nationwide. This year alone we’ve completed projects as far afield as London and Yorkshire. We’ve yet to go overseas, so maybe that’s in our future…

[Below] As well as kitchens and living rooms, Murray & Murray designs and makes freestanding and built-in furniture for bathrooms, bedrooms and dressing rooms

What has been your biggest challenge so far?

We are currently undergoing an expansion.

The relocation of our showroom from our head office in Glenrothes will create more space for our expanding workshop, housing new state-of-the-art spray-painting facilities. Meanwhile, the new showroom, a converted sawmill in Forteviot, will give us the opportunity to present our cabinetry in a magnificent country setting, while joining forces with Strathearn Stone and Timber to create an exciting interiors destination in the heart of rural Perthshire.

Head Office & Workshop: 2-3 Boston Road, Glenrothes ky11 3es • 01592 774 363 131 Bruntsfield Place, Edinburgh eh10 4eb • 0131 228 3153 16 High Street, Banchory ab31 5sr • 01330 823 543 The Old Sawmill, Forteviot ph2 9bt • 01764 684 815

www.murrayandmurray.co.uk

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Oakwrights uses a winning blend of traditional and modern construction techniques to craft its unique timber-framed self-build homes

OAKWRIGHTS SCOTLAND

What makes your company unique?

Our key strength is in taking your idea for an oak-framed build 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 ‘Build the wright way’ and is the best way to control your project throughout its development.

Why should potential customers go to you?

With so much experience in building timberframed homes throughout the UK, we can share with you our expertise to make your self-build project easier to complete. We believe that a bespoke oak-framed home needs a flexible and cost-effective approach to complete, and we are dedicated to working alongside you to achieve the desired result. Oakwrights’ architectural designers will put their extensive skills and knowledge at your disposal in order to understand what you are looking for and produce designs to inspire you.

What has been your biggest challenge so far?

One of the most common questions we are asked is: “How do I find the perfect plot?”

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WORDS TO SUM UP THE BUSINESS

The honest answer is that there is no magic solution, although at Oakwrights Scotland we will do all we can to help you in the quest for the right plot for your home. In general, development can only take place within the settlement boundaries of towns and villages.

A building outside the boundary (in what’s usually called ‘greenfield’ land) will need to be either a replacement dwelling or it will require an occupational/agricultural tie-in.

BESPOKE

What inspires your designs?

OAK-FRAMED

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We create timber-framed 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 selfbuild homes, we are committed to providing the top level of professional service to help achieve those aims.

Tell us about your products Our primary house styles – the country home, barn-style home, village home, contemporary home and the woodhouse range – can all be tailored to you and your family to give you a unique and functional home. We can also create timber-framed outbuildings to complement your home, including oak garages, stables, garden rooms, barns and sunrooms, all of which are crafted to meet your personal requirements while fitting perfectly into their surroundings.

What does the future hold?

With Oakwrights having now completed the first oak-framed Passivhaus in the UK, we are focusing on opening up this approach to everyone looking to build with oak. As the fastest-growing energy performance standard in the world, Passivhaus results in exceptional standards of insulation and airtightness. Our in-house architectural design team at Oakwrights can advise you and evolve your ideas for a Passivhaus design.

[Clockwise from top left] This house shows what’s possible with an oak frame, with large areas of glazing to keep the interior bright.

Inside, the structure has been deliberately left visible, with the roof beams in particular making a striking statement

Oakwrights Scotland T.J. Crump Oakwrights Ltd, 21 Portland Road, Kilmarnock KA1 2BT enquiries@oakwrights.co.uk • 0141 309 9237

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VICTOR PARIS

This family-run company has the skill and designs to make every bathroom a haven of stylish relaxation

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 choice and quality of the products available in our large showrooms in Glasgow, Dundee and Edinburgh and on the free specialised design service offered to all our clients.

Why should potential customers go to you?

Our wealth of experience in dealing with every kind of bathroom challenge has made Victor Paris one of the best-known names in the bathroom industry. This experience means we can cater for customers on small budgets as well as large ones, and are able to provide sound advice and recommendations on the best layouts and design for each individual customer.

What has been your biggest challenge?

At Victor Paris we deal with a wide range of bathroom projects from large multi bathroom designs to smaller individual bathroom layouts. What we aim to do at Victor Paris is optimise the space and look at all different bathroom types to ensure that each client gets the bathroom they desire. At Victor Paris we believe this is achieved through our incredible showrooms that provide our customers with a wide range of products ensuring they can find exactly what they are really looking for. Additionally, our talented team provide their experienced support alongside a free design

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service that allows each client to visualise their dream bathroom before installation.

What inspires your designs?

We are inspired by all the top designer bathroom brands that we have on display in our showrooms. It really helps to ensure that both we and our customers are kept up to date with all the latest trends in bathroom design, as well as all the new technology developments. Our experienced team have the skills and

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STYLISH

QUALITY

DESIGNER

TAILORED

knowledge to combine the latest branded products in the best way, in order to create unique bathrooms to suit each client.

Tell us about the products you sell Victor Paris can supply everything you need to create the bathroom your really want. That includes free-standing baths, furniture, hightech showers, a vast selection of tiles and accessories, radiators and towel rails. We also have everything needed to build wetrooms and spa areas. And we offer everything in a wide array of styles, whether you like modern, traditional or ultra-contemporary.

What does the future hold?

We aim to continue serving our valued clients through our up-todate showrooms and with our superior design and customer service.

Victor Paris will always strive to make the sometimes complicated process of purchasing a bathroom into an enjoyable and hassle-free experience, helping customers to achieve their dreams.

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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Storage

Order, order! Practical solutions keep things neat 1

1 Neville Johnson open-plan lounge, from £3,000 for a fitted furniture concept. www.nevillejohnson.co.uk 2 Thompson Clarke display shelves, £POA. www.thompsonclarke.com 3 Mantel and shelves painted in Benjamin Moore’s White Dove and Flint colours, from the Regal Select Flat range. From £20.50 for 0.94 litres. www.benjaminmoorepaint.co.uk

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ost people think they don’t have enough storage, but in a lot of cases this is simply because they are not making the most of what they’ve got. Changing the configuration, improving the layout, making better use of underemployed corners… there are plenty of ways to take control of your space and inject order into your life.

Start with some practical considerations: what do you need now, and how

might this change in the future? Where are the tricky spaces that are currently lying empty? The dimensions of your room will dictate other possibilities: high ceilings lend themselves to floor-to-ceiling shelving which, if well planned, can make

a striking focal point. If that’s not possible, consider those awkward spaces (under a bay window, for example) and how fitted cabinetry can help you make use of them.

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1 Chicago bookcase in steel and glass, Brissi, £1,350. www.brissi.com 2 Skagerak DO shelf system in oak and melamine, Cloudberry Living, £659. www.cloudberryliving.co.uk 3 String system in white with white wall panels, pieces from £42. www.skandium.com

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go far beyond function to dramatically improve the look of a room. Pared-back, simple lines can enhance both period features and contemporary homes, while wood, metal, glass and a whole range of other materials will let you put your own stamp on things.

Books will be the prime focus on a lot of shelves (play around with colour-coding the spines to see what looks best) but photos and treasured objects deserve their own space too. Most importantly of all, though, is making sure your storage is the hardest-working element in your home. ] Words Olivia Simpson

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TOP TIPS

from Simon Tcherniak, designer at Neville Johnson

Dual-function items are a great way of incorporating practical storage into your home. A coffee table can provide a finishing touch to a room, so think about choosing one with shelves or an built-in magazine rack.

In your wardrobe consider the changing seasons by allowing enough space for both your summer and winter outfits. Extratall wardrobes with pull-down hanging rails are a simple way to create additional storage space.

We are always acquiring more stuff, be it clothes, book or even just paperwork.

So when you’re planning your storage, don’t think only about now. Incorporating extra room into your storage plan will give you space to grow.

Go beyond checked and rated with a Master Builder.

You want to build the best you can. So do we.

The FMB has championed continuous improvement in building quality for over 75 years, with each member vetted and all new members inspected to provide credible proof of assurance.

Look for the sign you can trust, or ďŹ nd a Master Builder on our website.

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Visit www.fmb.org.uk/fab to find a Master Builder to help with your project.

CASE STUDY

DETAILS What Luxury master en-suite Where Dunfermline Designer Magda Lukawska, Turnbull Interiors www. turnbullinteriors.co.uk

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The designer was presented with a number of challenges. Her clients, whose home is also in Dunfermline, specified that they were after a “cosy touch” while keeping the space functional. On top of this, the conversion was in the attic space, inevitably meaning sloping roofs had to be

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factored in. Now, the results are testament to the fact that with proper planning and expert consultation, even designs in tricky spaces can appear effortless.

Prior to the conversion, the space was occupied by two bedrooms, each with a small en-suite bathroom. The clients asked for all dividing walls to be removed (fortunately, no planning permission was needed as no structural walls were affected), leaving Magda with a lot of room to work with and total freedom regarding how the space should be divided. This allowed her to focus on functionality and work on getting a good flow between the spaces.

Tiles, paint and wallpaper were all chosen according to a carefully planned colour scheme, allowing the three distinct spaces to retain a sense of unity. The Edimax Sands tiles which cover the walls and floor of the en-suite are complemented by the natural oak flooring in the bedroom, as an organic feel ties the two areas together. The see-through Stovax & Gazco fireplace works to both divide the master bedroom and the en-suite and link them visually, acting as a focal point in each. Tinted glass, used as a panel in the shower and as a see-through door to the bedroom, adds to the idea that these two spaces are in dialogue.

Lighting was also crucial to the success of this conversion, as Magda explains: “We have used a lot of LEDs profiles, which create the mood lighting. We have also used RGB spotlights in the shower area and on the floor against the bath so the clients can easily change the colour of the lighting.”

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THE BRIEF When embarking on this conversion, the clients hoped to create a space they could use as a master bedroom, a dressing room and an en-suite.

Functionality was key, but so was creating a sense of cohesion between the different areas, allowing them to feel individual and connected at the same time.

CASE STUDY The bedroom moves easily into the en-suite, with the fireplace set into the stone feature wall acting as a bridge between the two spaces.

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An unusual element of the design is the use of purple lighting, seen here highlighting the freestanding I Bordi bath by Teuco, which really brings the ensuite to life. This coloured lighting also plays on the iridescent Byzantium glass mosaic tiles from Original Style, emphasising their rich copper tones and giving a truly luxurious feel. It’s amplified further by the bronze mirror on the wall, which hides the wall-hung WC behind it.

Another clever addition is the sensor light system, which allows one person to use the en-suite without having to put on all the lights and disturb their partner’s sleep.

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“All the colours of the tiles, paints and wallpapers create one integral scheme”

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through this design: one example is the use of shutters on all the windows, which helps to block out light when one of the owners, who travels frequently for business, needs to sleep during the day.

Most of the work on this project was carried out by the Turnbull Interiors team – five individuals with a wide range of skills covering everything from plumbing and electrics to decorating. By keeping things in-house, lines of communication were strong and ideas were aligned, undoubtedly contributing to the smooth-running and effectiveness of the job.

This design did not happen in a vacuum, and many of the decorating choices drew inspiration from other elements of the owners’ home. The use of stone in the fireplace feature and the muted palette of the Farrow & Ball paints, for example, connects the attic space to the downstairs and exterior of the house, where stone plays a leading role. Although a large house, the ground floor is mainly used for guests, so the new space was really about a sense of privacy - a room (or three) of one’s own which still makes sense as part of this “modern farmhouse”. ]

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Spotlights highlight the iridescent tiles and ceilingmounted shower head. All shower elements from Vado

CHALLENGES As is often the case with attics, the conversion featured sloping ceilings. Magda quickly realised that this would dictate how the space could be best used, and the final layout emerged out of the negotiation of this challenge. By painting these roofs in a pale colour (Farrow & Ball’s Joa’s White), she kept the corners looking bright and created the illusion of height and space.

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Our incredibly talented in-house team will design and install your Kitchen, Bedroom and Bathroom project to the very highest of standards.

Our Portfolio and Testimonials will inspire you to push boundaries.

Visit turnbullinteriors.co.uk

Timber Design & Construction OAK FRAME SPECIALIST: EXTENSION AND NEW BUILD

At Timber Design, we create open spaced timber structures, which will stand the test of time. Because every client is different, each project is unique. We take pride in the quality of our frames and the service we provide. We manufacture Douglas Fir and oak frames; conservatories; extensions and dwellings for one-off designs.

Gaetan Goubet for Timber Design & Construction Unit 2, Woodside, Mid Road, Kirriemuir, DD8 4PJ T: 07919876563 E: gaetangoub@hotmail.com www.timberdesign.org.uk

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SMART THINKING A genius space-saving idea makes this multipurpose kitchen-diner feel as luxurious as it is practical Words Caroline Ednie

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Photography Jake Fitzjones with a cosmopolitan feel”, according to the designer. It’s part of a period property with traditional windows, mouldings, architraves and doors, and the new fixtures and fittings, in contrast, were to be modern and ultra-contemporary.

Daniele planned social spaces throughout the room. The kitchen, for example, has a breakfast bar where cooking and chatting can happen together. He also came up with the clever idea of installing a retractable dining table that could be pulled out for hosting dinner parties but then slot back into its home in the breakfast bar when not in use.

“The space, at 5m x 9m, is generous but not quite big enough for a static six-seater dining table,” he says. “But convincing the client to go with our idea of a retractable table required a leap of faith on their part. We overcame their concerns on this, and several other ideas, by sitting down with them in person over many hours during the planning stage, to fully explain how each element would work for them,” he explains.

Daniele and the Hub Kitchens team liaised with the architect on the project for five months before work got started, and then continued to do so all the way through the project, which took a further six months. “We were constantly honing the kitchen design with the architect and returning to the client for approval and consultation,” he says.

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Essentially, the clients, a family of four, were looking for a room that would serve as a day-to-day workhorse of a kitchen, but which would be equally suitable as a sociable space for entertaining guests and hosting friends around the dinner table. They had taken down walls so they could open up and maximise the space and use it for a multitude of purposes. They told Daniele they’d be happy to have a compact, super-functional cooking area, so long as the various zones flowed smoothly from one to another.

The look and feel of the space was to be “cutting-edge design

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DETAILS What An open-plan kitchen-dining-sitting room Budget £85,000 Kitchen Hub Kitchens www.hubkitchens.com

THE BRIEF The clients had already removed the walls that previously split the lower level of their home into a number of small rooms, so they were keen that the new layout should feel open and bright. They wanted each zone to have its own identity but for the whole thing to feel unified and sociable.

Cutting-edge design with a cosmopolitan feel was their preferred style for the kitchen cabinetry.

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by Cosentino (in colour Irok, from the Natural Collection). “The Dekton work surfaces ensure a seamless look throughout the kitchen. We chose it for its tactile nature and the look it would bring to the kitchen, and because it’s durable with a great texture.”

The durability factor was important – the Dekton worktops are extremely strong and hard, with impressive resistance to everyday wear and tear. The same applies to the sliding kitchen table, which was made from Unicolour laminate. The fabrics and colour-matched leather seats were commissioned by Woolf Interior Architecture and Design, who also worked on the project.

The lounge area at the far end of the room features bespoke cabinetry around the chimney breast to make the most of the space available, with extra seating built in too.

There was one other request: a dumb waiter. On the floors above are a formal dining room, a cinema room and a roof terrace with a dining area – this kitchen serves them all. With it in place and their new room ready for living, the owners couldn’t be happier. ]

FIXTURES AND FITTINGS KITCHEN Kitchen TM Italia Model K6 Door colour Bianco Ghiaccio Door finish Matt lacquer Pull-out table 80mm Unicolour Fossil Laminate Cost £40,000

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APPLIANCES Miele H6860BP oven Miele DGC 6805XL steam combi Miele K37472iD fridge Miele F9122Ui-2 freezer Gaggenau CX480111 hob Falmec Zenit island extractor Blanco Andano 500U sink

Blanco Periscope tap Quooker Basic Pro 3 Hot Tap Cost £18,000 WORKTOP Dekton by Cosentino Irok Cost £13,000 SPLASHBACK Toughened coloured glass Cost £4,000

Including accessories and fitting, total cost is circa £85,000 KITCHEN DESIGNED AND SUPPLIED BY Hub Kitchens

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SASH AND CASE WINDOWS Edinburgh l Stirling l Borders l Carlisle We manufacture and install handmade timber sash and case windows.

44 Howden Hall Crescent, Edinburgh, EH166UR. Telephone: 0131 258 5248 Mob: 07725696341 Email: info@hermitagewindows.co.uk www.hermitagewindows.co.uk

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Kitchen Interiors Within The Scottish Stove Centre 63, Main Street, Croftamie, Drymen, G63 0EU

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Meet the best in store

PINING AWAY Colour specialist Little Greene has a fine selection of wallpapers to go with its well-known paint ranges. This one, Pines, from the company’s 20th Century collection, was inspired by an heirloom silk kimono. The abstract depiction of pine trees and clouds comes in four colourways, including Ash (above). £74 per roll. www.cotterellandco.com

FROM PAST TO PRESENT Old and new come together in Sputnik’s range of handmade paints. Chosen to give a defiantly retro feel to your home, the colours reference the mood of the 1950s, ’60s and ’70s, all with a high-quality contemporary finish.

From £61.99. www.sputnikpaints.co.uk

A CUT ABOVE Wenge, a timber 50% more dense than oak, combines durability and good looks. Its dark brown grain adds an element of drama, making it a sensible and stylish option for the kitchen. From £300 (for a 200 x 62 x 4cm worktop). www.worktop-express.co.uk

TAKE YOUR PICK Bloc Blinds claims its revolutionary new fabric changer blinds will alter the way we think about roller blinds forever. The swappable fabrics system lets you to change the fabric of the blind very easily – just hook off the old cloth and replace it with a new colour or pattern. You can also have your own images printed on to your blinds. From around £120. www.blocblinds.co.uk

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Restore It Beautifully restored floors and furniture.

Floor sanding & repair specialists, dust free • • •

In-situ stripping & finishing Paint & varnish removed from doors, furniture, fireplaces etc Furniture restoration

Tel: 0141 3397776 Mob: 07770825555 Email: info@restore-it.co.uk

www.restore-it.co.uk 30 Otago lane G12 8PB

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andrew black design The Mews 27 Tay Street Lane Dundee DD1 4EF T: 01382 220874 E: mail@andrewblackdesign.com W: www.andrewblackdesign.com Incorporating exterior and interior architecture within a holistic design package.

Innovative and contemporary designs with a collaborative design service.

BATHROOMS

:thatstudio chartered architects ltd 100 High Street, Linlithgow, EH49 7AQ T: 01506 201463 E: mail@thatstudio.scot W: www.thatstudio.scot We are young, enthusiastic, client centred architects, who believe that good design benefits both our every day life and our civic environment. We are passionate about what we do and guarantee that our conceptual ideas are supported by a rigorous attention to detail.

the bathroom company 32 Leonard Street, Perth PH2 8ER T: 01738 440333 8 Kew Terrace, Edinburgh EH12 5JE T: 0131 337 3355 E: info@thebathroomcompany.co.uk W: www.thebathroomcompany.co.uk The Bathroom Company specialise in the design and installation of bathrooms and kitchens throughout Scotland to the highest quality and attention to detail.

Our world is your sanctuary.

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BUILDING SERVICES

Victor Paris

BANN JOINERY & BUILDING

Dab Den Ltd

178 Dundee Street, Edinburgh 60 Washington Street, Glasgow 92 Albert Street, Dundee T: 0141 648 8894 / 0131 297 2894 / 0138 272 1494 W: www.victorparis.com

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

Brathens Eco-business Park Banchory AB31 4BW T: 01330 833861 E: info@dabden.com W: www.dabden.com

Victor Paris is the largest independent bathroom retailer in the UK. With luxury brands at affordable prices Victor Paris has everything you could possibly need to make the perfect bathroom.

BANN Joinery & Building is Edinburgh’s leading construction company. Working alongside award winning architects, BANN specialises in delivering traditional and contemporary designs from the sympathetic restoration of period properties to cutting edge new build homes.

Dab Den Ltd is an architect led construction company. They design and build award winning extensions and garden rooms. By offering a complete one-stop service they streamline the process and deliver high quality buildings fast and efficiently.

Federation of Master Builders

JML Contracts ltd

RUSSWOOD LTD

5 New Mart Place Edinburgh EH14 1RW T: 0330 333 7777 E: membership@fmb.org.uk W: www.fmb.org.uk

The Arns, Auchterarder Perthshire PH3 1EJ T: 01764 663271 E: info@jmlcontracts.co.uk W: www.jmlcontracts.co.uk

Station Sawmill Newtonmore PH20 1AR 01540 673648 www.russwood.co.uk mail@russwood.co.uk

You want to build the best you can. So do we. The FMB has championed continuous improvement in building quality for nearly 75 years, with members having to fulfil strict criteria before joining and committing to abide by a stringent Code of Practice.

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JML Contracts is a Perthshire based construction business specialising in building with Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs), a highly insulated and energy-efficient housing method. With an in-house SIPs architect, engineers, installation team and factory we ensure full quality control over your project.

Russwood is a supplier of high-quality sustainable timber. We offer an extensive range of external cladding, as well as solid and engineered European oak flooring and naturally durable commercial decking.

LISTINGS CONSERVATORIES

CUSTOM JOINERY

Mozolowski & Murray

ANGUS AND MACK

T J Ross Joiners Ltd

57 Comiston Road, Morningside Edinburgh, EH10 6AG T: 0345 050 5440 / 01577 864 706 E: design@mozmurray.co.uk W: www.mozmurray.co.uk

2 Airfield Workshops Cousland Dalkeith EH22 2PE T: 01875 321123

As industry leaders in designing, manufacturing and installing beautifully crafted bespoke glass and timber structures, our expert teams combine traditional values of quality and craftsmanship with innovative modern technology, to create the perfect addition to your home and lifestyle.

Angus and Mack’s contemporary staircases and bespoke wooden cabinets are characterised by an unswerving attention to detail not only in the manufacture and fitting but in the simplicity of their clean contemporary design work too.

Eastbank Works Cash Feus Strathmiglo Fife, KY14 7QP T: 01337 860318 E: enquiries@tjross.co.uk W: www.tjross.co.uk

DOORS

FLOORING

urbanfront

The Wooden floor store

Unit 4 Chesham Business Park 33 Townsend Road, Chesham Buckinghamshire HP5 2AA T: +44 (0) 1494 778 787 F: +44 (0) 1494 778 784 E: info@urbanfront.co.uk W: www.urbanfront.co.uk

413 Hillington Road Glasgow, G52 4BL T: 0141 892 0022 110 Salamander Street, Leith Edinburgh, EH6 7LA T: 0131 555 1122 11 Scott’s Rd, Paisley, PA2 7AN T: 0141 887 0422 Unit T, Middlefield Industrial Estate Etna Road, Falkirk FK2 9EG T: 01324 620022 W: www.thewoodenfloorstore.com Engineered Oak & Walnut Parquet Specialists

Urban Front design and make hardwood contemporary front, internal and garage doors with steel reinforcement. We specialise in oversized and flush doors. Handmade in Great Britain, delivered internationally.

When you want to have a traditionally made window or door for your home, go no further.

T J Ross craftsmen make the complete window or door to specifically fit your openings, whether square, curved or shaped.

FURNITURE

BoConcept Glasgow BoConcept Edinburgh 257 Sauchiehall Street, Glasgow 19 Rose Street, Edinburgh T: 0141 341 4920 / 0131 226 6367 E: glasgow@boconcept.co.uk edinburgh@boconcept.co.uk W: www.boconcept.co.uk Customisable Danish designed furniture and accessories.

Free 3D design service for home or workplace with lifetime guarantee.

Trade accounts available.

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LISTINGS GARDEN DESIGN

HOME TECHNOLOGY

INTERIORS

North hill Gardens

HUBBUB HOME TECHNOLOGY

atlas

15-17 Nasmyth Road South Glasgow G52 4RE T: 0141 3325533 E: info@northhillgardens.co.uk W: www.northhillgardens.co.uk

22 Lomond Road Edinburgh EH5 3JR T: 0131 552 7601 E: sales@hubbubknowhow.com W: hubbubknowhow.com

120 Queen Margaret Drive Glasgow G20 8NZ T: 0141 237 1494 E: info@atlaskitchensglasgow.co.uk W: www.atlaskitchensglasgow.co.uk

Professional and all-inclusive garden service. From designing and building your new favourite outdoor space to maintaining your garden throughout the year.

At Hubbub we work with home owners, business owners, architects and property developers to build technology into homes and small businesses, allowing them to enjoy the latest innovations in music, video, computing, networking and security.

Quality kitchens, bathrooms & bedrooms.

Complete building and renovating services.

Free quotes & 3D computer design. Family run, independent local business in the West End of Glasgow.

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Turnbull interiors

Cameron Interiors

23-25 West Shaw Street Kilmarnock KA1 4BS T: 01563 538 174 E: info@kitchensayrshire.co.uk W: www.kitchensayrshire.co.uk

45 Bruce Street Dunfermline KY12 7AG T: 01383 625543 E: info@turnbullinteriors.co.uk W: www.turnbullinteriors.co.uk

458-462 Crow Road, Glasgow 31 Dundas Street, Edinburgh T: 0141 334 9532 / 0131 556 2233 W: www.cameroninteriors.co.uk

Our experienced team design and ďŹ t quality German kitchens, bathrooms and bedrooms. Our vast 4000sq ft showroom in Kilmarnock is inspirational, all set in a relaxed and well laid out area with interactive appliances and ďŹ ttings.

Our incredibly talented in-house team will design and install your kitchen, bedroom and bathroom project to the very hightest of standards. Our portfolio and testimonials will inspire you to push boundaries.

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Cameron Interiors is renowned amongst its clients and contemporaries as purveyors of professional and personal luxury interior design. They provide design and project management for all aspects of the interior creation of kitchen, bedroom and living storage.

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Kitchens International

Murray & Murray

Within The Scottish Stove Centre 63 Main Street, Croftamie Drymen, Glasgow G63 0EU T: 01360 661456 W: kevin@mykitcheninteriors.com W: www.mykitcheninteriors.com

Kitchens International Aberdeen | Broxburn | Edinburgh Glasgow | Tillicoultry T: 0845 074 0022 E: info@kitchensinternational.co.uk W: www.kitchensinternational.co.uk

Head Office & Workshop: 2-3 Boston Road, Viewfield Glenrothes, Fife KY11 3ES T: (01592) 774 363 E: enquiries@murrayandmurray.co.uk W: www.murrayandmurray.co.uk

Kitchen Interiors design projects that create a living space with high specification and detail rarely found in today’s renovation market. A philosophy based on vision, not volume, serves to enhance the company’s enviable reputation.

Awarded UK Kitchen Retailer of the Year and Master Kitchen Retailer of the Year 2016, Kitchens International are the UK’s largest independent luxury kitchen retailer with six showrooms throughout Scotland.

Murray & Murray Ltd is recognised as one of the leading Scottish designers and manufacturers of high quality handmade bespoke kitchens and interiors with a reputation for excellent workmanship and customer service.

RENEWABLE ENERGY

andERSON FLOOR WARMING AND RENEWABLES 119, Atlas Express Industrial Estate, 1 Rutherglen Road, Glasgow G73 1SX T: 0141 6476716 E: mail@andersonfloorwarming.co.uk W: www.andersonfloorwarming.co.uk We specialise in heating from renewable energy. This includes the supply and installation of underfloor heating, ground and air source heat pumps, heat recovery ventilation and solar thermal panels, in addition to traditional boiler systems.

RESTORATION

STAIRCASES

Restore it

Topflight Precast

30 Otago lane G12 8PB T: 0141 3397776 M: 07770825555 E: info@restore-it.co.uk W: restore-it.co.uk

The Old Sawmill, c/o Cloburn Quarry Lanark, South Lanarkshire ML11 8SR T: 01555 663444 | 07774 705835 E: office@topflightprecast.co.uk W: www.precastconcretestairs.co.uk

Beautifully restored floors and furniture.

Floor sanding & repair specialists, dust free • In-situ stripping & finishing. • Paint & varnish removed from doors, furniture, fireplaces etc. • Furniture restoration.

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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TIMBER FRAME

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Oakwrights scotland

Rob Roy Homes

63 Main Street Croftamie

By Drymen, Glasgow G63 0EU

T.J Crump Oakwrights Ltd 21 Portland Road, Kilmarnock KA1 2BT T: 0141 309 9237 E: enquiries@oakwrights.co.uk W: www.oakwrights.co.uk/scotland

Dalchonzie

By Comrie Perthshire, PH6 2LB T: 01764 670424 E: mail@robroyhomes.co.uk W: www.robroyhomes.co.uk

Oakwrights Scotland, where the finest oak frame design skills combine with our team of highly skilled tradesmen to create a one stop shop for oak home development: architectural design, oak frame, encapsulation and turnkey solutions.

Specialists in the manufacture of high quality timber frame buildings, from individual houses to full sites all supplied to our customers own individual design and specification requirements.

T: 01360 661 112 E: info@scottishstovecentre.co.uk W: www.scottishstovecentre.co.uk Quality brands including Chesney’s, Clearview, Charnwood, Jotul, Scan, Hwam, Stuv, Jetmaster, Aga, Rayburn, Lohberger, HDG Biomass Boilers and many more.

WINDOWS

WINDOWS/DOORS

timber design & construction

HERMITAGE WINDOWS

NORDAN UK LTD

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

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

3 Almondview Office Park Livingston EH54 6SF T: 01506 433173 E: info@nordan.co.uk W: www.nordan.co.uk

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.

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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.

Performance and quality never happen by chance. They are the result of 90 years of experience and innovation. This is what makes NorDan one of Scandinavia’s leading manufacturers of high performance timber windows and doors.

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