Your Home by Scotia - Chapelpark, Oldmeldrum

YOUR HOME

by SCOTIA

ARE HERE TO HELP YOU WITH EVERY STEP OF YOUR HOME BUYING JOURNEY

HOME by SCOTIA

YOUR NEW HOME SPECIFICATION

The interior specification of these homes has been thoughtfully and carefully considered to ensure a high standard is achieved throughout. Our designers and architects work together to deliver the very best in terms of style and functionality.

Our homes have a timeless, yet contemporary design, which makes great use of the space. Utility appliances, such as a built-in stainless steel electric oven, extractor hood and integrated fridge/freezer/ice-box are fitted as standard, with washer/dryers fitted in some homes.

*Subject to construction timescales. Please ask Sales Advisor for more information.

SMEG APPLIANCES

PORCELANOSA TILING

BESPOKE KITCHENS

SYMPHONY KITCHEN UPGRADES

Bespoke options are available to let you create an interior to suit you. A modern selection of kitchen cabinets, work surfaces and handles are hand-picked by our interior designers.

Our bathrooms, cloakrooms and en-suites come from a contemporary range and we have an array of Porcelanosa tiling to choose from. We are there to guide you through each of the available options, and to help you create your dream home.*

*The images on this page are representative of the range of kitchens being used, but are not representative of the kitchen layouts of the development. Consequently they should be treated as general guidance and cannot be relied upon as providing an accurate description of the kitchen layouts.

OPEN FIBRE NETWORKS

KEEPING YOU CONNECTED

With a wide range of provider options and access to the speediest fibre connections, your new Scotia home is readymade for high-quality broadband service.

ULTRA FAST BROADBAND FOR:

HOME WORKING

This development benefits from ‘open access’ broadband infrastructure, maintained and operated by Open Fibre Networks Limited (OFNL). OFNL specialise in Fibre to the Home (FTTH) broadband — the fastest and most reliable type of connection in the UK, outperforming Fibre to the Cabinet (FTTC) and copper networks. FTTH is sometimes also called Fibre to the Property (FTTP) broadband.

HD FILM STREAMING

VIDEO CALLING

ONLINE GAMING

Q WHO ARE OFNL?

A Open Fibre Networks Limited (OFNL) is a company that operates 100% FTTH ‘Open Access’ fibre optic networks in new build developments like this one. Their aim is to bring a superior telecoms infrastructure to UK developments — offering you a choice of internet service providers for your home. You can choose the provider and package that suits you best.

OFNL enables these service providers to deliver ultra-fast speeds to your property, up to 360Mbps for residents and 1Gbps for business customers. These ultra-fast speeds enable you to enjoy the latest in technology and entertainment.

Q WHAT KIND OF BROADBAND PACKAGE CAN I GET?

A Your communication and entertainment package will be provided by a supplier known as a service provider. You can select from service providers in your area who have joined OFNL’s network. Once you select your service provider and the product package which suits you they will manage your account.

OFNL aims to pre-install the fibre optic connection and Optical Network Termination (ONT) in your home before you move in. Your chosen Internet Service Provider will send you a wireless router in the post. Simply plug the router into the ONT for an instant broadband connection.

With a wide variety of providers to choose from, finding the one that fits your lifestyle is simple. As part of your package, you can choose from a range of perks and specifications, including:

– Endless entertainment with ultrafast broadband and a competitive 18-month Sky Ultimate TV package

– Digital streaming services like Amazon Prime included in your subscription

– An ultrafast low latency service, ideal for online gaming

– Ultrafast broadband services that include a phone line with or without free minutes.

For further information on the OFNL network, contact the Sales Advisor.

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HOW WE BUILD A GREENER HOME

We all want to pay less for our energy. It’s also important that we try to reduce our carbon footprint. From design and construction to the installation of heating and hot water systems, energy efficiency is considered at every stage of our developments.

We install A-rated gas boilers, which provide a combination of central heating and hot water. This is a very efficient option for most homes.

For larger homes that need more hot water, we may supplement this with a FlowSmart system, which improves boiler performance and avoids the need for storing hot water in tanks.

The GasSaver unit extracts heat from the waste gases that are expelled through the flue. This is then used to pre-heat the cold mains water before it enters the boiler. This means the boiler uses

less gas to produce heat and hot water — saving on energy bills and reducing emissions.

The thermal store, in larger homes using the GasSaver unit, further pre-heats and stores water, so the boiler has to work less to produce consistently hot water for a longer period.

Heat is most commonly lost through the floor, walls and roof, and particularly doors and windows. Without careful design, thermal bridging lets heat escape easily, and wastes energy in heat generation.

Modern A-rated double-glazing is used, generally with solar/thermal glass, gas-filled cavities and warm-edge insulated spacer bars. This reduces heat loss and maximises solar gain. The frames are compartmented to reduce heat loss, and weather-seals provide full protection from the elements.

POWERED BY SOLAR ELECTRICITY

Solar panels convert sunlight into electricity for you to use in your new home. Features such as solar panels come as standard on many properties and help towards our commitment to the highest levels of environmental sustainability.

How does it work? The solar PV panels on the roof absorb light and convert it to electricity. A device called an inverter conditions the electricity so that it is suitable to use in the house.

When you use more electricity than the solar panels produce, the solar energy is topped up with electricity from your supplier. If the panels are producing more than you need, the excess is exported to the grid for others to use.

Every unit of electricity you use from these panels is a unit you don’t have to buy from your electricity supplier, saving you money.

The figures on the page opposite are based on Predicted Energy Assessments for properties marketed when they are incomplete. It includes a predicted energy rating which might not represent the final energy rating of the property on completion. Once the property is completed, this rating will be updated and an official Energy Performance Certificate will be created for the property. This will include more detailed information about the energy performance of the completed property. The energy performance has been assessed using the Government approved SAP2012 methodology and is rated in terms of the energy use per square meter of floor area; the energy efficiency is based on fuel costs and the environmental impact is based on carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions.

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1. SOLAR PANELS

3. NATIONAL GRID

TIMBER CLADDING

SUSTAINABLE, STYLISH AND BUILT TO LAST

The materials used in the design of each home define the character of the building and the identity of the surrounding area — and our high-quality timber cladding produces an attractive finish that’s sturdy and low maintenance.

THERMOPINE® CLADDING

A thermally modified Scots Pine timber with enhanced stability and durability — meaning less substrate movement, longer-lasting paint jobs and significantly reduced maintenance frequency for homeowners.

SIBERIAN LARCH CLADDING

A popular cladding choice due to its aesthetic beauty and excellent durability, Siberian Larch is extremely versatile — suitable for most external cladding applications — and ensures a clean and contemporary look to your home.

Q IS TIMBER CLADDING FRIENDLY FOR THE ENVIRONMENT?

A Siberian Larch and Thermopine® cladding are both renewable, reusable and ultimately biodegradable — they contain minimal embodied energy and are FSC® (Forest Stewardship Council) certified at source.

Timber is the only material used in building construction which is completely renewable. Using timber in long-life building applications means more trees will have been planted, grown and harvested before the timber product reaches its end of life: significantly reducing emissions compared with other materials.

Q HOW LONG WILL TIMBER CLADDING LAST?

A The presence of tannins in Siberian Larch creates a high resistance to decay and rot, making it one of the toughest and most durable softwoods. Its high density means that it is more difficult for decaying organisms to penetrate the wood, resulting in a

lifespan of many generations when subject to general outdoor exposure. Siberian Larch is an extremely dense timber and as such is not easily damaged.

Thermopine® cladding has been thermally modified using heat, steam and pressure, and so benefits from even greater longevity. The process results in a reduction of the wood’s tendency to shrink and swell — increasing its lifespan, while also better protecting it from common wooddecaying organisms.

Q WILL I HAVE TO MAINTAIN THE CLADDING REGULARLY?

A On average, in Scotland, we can expect factory coated cladding boards to last eight to nine years before maintenance (re-coating) is required. However because it is a natural product, this is subject to a range of variables including orientation to the sun, geographical location and exposure to weather.

South-facing cladding may require re-coating two to three years sooner than north facing cladding (so six to seven years). Additionally, darker colours soak up more heat and so re-coating is usually required sooner than lighter shades. Personal preference also plays a role — if you prefer your timber to look as it did the day you moved in, you will need to re-coat the timber on your home more regularly.

Thermopine® cladding’s modification process, and the resulting reduction in substrate movement, means that paint coatings can last up to three times longer than when applied to non-modified timber. This is one of the key aesthetic benefits of this particular cladding, and it also reduces the lifetime cost to the homeowner.

For more information please speak to our Sales Advisor.

EXERCISE YOUR CREATIVITY

KIRSTY MCLEAN

An award-winning garden designer and writer at The Garden Design Company Scotland Ltd. with over twenty years of design and build experience. Kirsty’s portfolio includes a diverse range of projects, working with both residential and commercial clients. She also worked with Beechgrove Garden, Scotland’s longest running gardening programme from 2001 to 2016 as designer for their community projects, where she worked with communities from all over Scotland.

IT’S NICE TO HAVE THINGS TAKEN CARE OF

Q WHAT IS A FACTOR’S FUNCTION?

A We appoint the right factor for your development. The factor will make decisions on your behalf and organise the work for you. Remember that you can let the factor know about any work you think needs to be done.

Q HOW IS THE FACTOR PAID?

A An invoice for your share of maintenance and management fees is normally issued either quarterly or six-monthly.

Q WHAT IS A FLOAT?

A It’s important a factor can pay for work promptly when required. A float or fund of money paid by each property owner at settlement allows the factor to do this without the heavy burden of expense. Prompt payments ensure the best contractors are keen to do work for your development. This can be recovered if you decide to sell your property.

Q WHAT IS A MAJOR MAINTENANCE FUND?

A A Major Maintenance Fund is normally set aside to ‘save up’ for larger maintenance items authorised by the owners within the development.

Q WHO DETERMINES HOW MUCH THE OWNERS PAY INTO THE FUND?

A Each owner is a member of the residents association. How much the owners pay into the fund is discussed at the residents association or executive committee meetings. Normally quotes for work are agreed first. From this, an educated estimate can be made.

Q WHAT IS THE ADVANTAGE OF A MAJOR MAINTENANCE FUND?

A By saving up for major works, you don’t have large invoices to settle. A debt can be spread over the development, so the money is available before the work starts.

Q WILL THE FACTOR RUN UP LARGE BILLS?

A No. Don’t worry. The factor will have the authority to carry out work to the communal areas provided that the anticipated cost of any one item doesn’t exceed that amount. This limit can be exceeded in an emergency. Otherwise, estimates will be obtained and distributed. Instructions will be taken from you and your neighbours or the residents association representing you before any extraordinary works are carried out. If payments are required in advance, you will always be notified.

For details about specific developments please see our website scotia-homes.co.uk

BUYING OPTIONS

WANT TO BUY YOUR DREAM HOME BEFORE YOU’VE SOLD YOUR EXISTING ONE?

Buying a new home shouldn’t be complicated. Neither should selling. With Assisted Sale, you can put the professionals to work, helping you sell your existing home. We’ll give you expert advice and pay for all your estate agency, selling and advertising costs, which could save you thousands. For peace of mind, we’ll agree a minimum reserve price for your house. And if we don’t sell, there is no obligation to buy the new home. How fair is that?

Guaranteed minimum reserve price for your property

No sale No obligation Selling costs paid by Scotia

Let the professionals help you sell

Terms and conditions apply.

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DESIGN

THE MAKING OF A SHOWHOME

We asked Karen McKimmie and David Mackie from Ambiance Interior Design, what’s involved in designing a stunning showhome.

PAINT, WALLPAPER AND COLOUR

The look we are evoking will dictate the palette, texture and pattern we use on the walls. It could be pared down minimal using mostly paint finishes, or more decorative using wallpapers.

DESIGN PROCESS

We tend to have ‘a look’ we are trying to achieve before we start to look out the specific colours and fabrics. This can be inspired by the latest exhibitions, social media, travelling and magazines, as well as keeping up with the latest interior trends.

ACCESSORIES

Accessories allow us to introduce texture and decoration. Cushions are great for adding colour or pattern and there is a much wider range of rugs available now to create more layers of interest.

FABRIC AND FLOORING

We like to mix texture and pattern. It works to layer the textures and add pattern or colour as a contrast. We choose the flooring as a base to ground it all after the fabrics have been chosen.

FURNITURE

We use classic designs for the main pieces of furniture which allow us to juxtapose some more interesting occasional furniture in the space without it looking cluttered. The main pieces will remain timeless and can be accessorised to change the look.

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LIGHTING

Lighting is so important to create the ambience of the space. We always layer the lighting starting with the simple fitted ceiling lighting and then add interesting wall, floor and table lights which can be objects in themselves.

FINAL DESIGN

We always try to use the latest trends in fabrics, colour and accessories to show clients what can be achieved in the showhome whilst still retaining a classic feel. It’s very important to create a cohesive flow throughout the house to give a feeling of space, harmony and comfort. We hope that we help clients to visualise the houses as homes.