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See all articlesHome Group Scotland has added Andrew Wilmot and Jackie McIntosh to its board, bringing valuable experience to its work. Andrew is currently a partner and masterplanning & placemaking lead at Oberlanders Architects and brings a wealth of diverse experience to the role.
East Lothian Council has appointed a new head of development. Keith Dingwall will step into the role from his current position as the council’s service manager for planning and chief planning officer.
NASC, the national trade body for access and scaffolding in the UK, has opened a new office in Edinburgh and appointed Lloyd McKenze to the newly created role of business development manager for Scotland and Northern Ireland. Lloyd is an experienced CISRS advanced scaffolder, scaffolding manager, an
SGN has appointed Abbie Sampson as its new chief corporate affairs officer. Abbie is a senior strategic communications and public affairs advisor with extensive experience of working with businesses and government at the most senior levels, including in Downing Street.
Baroness Crawley of Edgbaston has joined the presidential team of the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA). The national accident prevention charity said the appointment highlights Baroness Crawley’s commitment to the causes of consumer protection and social justice that drive
Construction Leaders
See all articlesFrom rising construction costs to global geopolitical risks, Scotland’s real estate market faces no shortage of challenges. But for Chris Dougray, head of development at CBRE Scotland, adversity also brings opportunity. Chris Dougray is both generous with his time and eclectic in his interests
During a visit to Aberdeen, James Butler from AtkinsRéalis catches up with Colin Cardwell to outline the encouraging future in store for the company in Scotland. You can’t be an effective leader from behind a computer screen. That’s one of the maxims that informs James Butler&rsqu

In a joint Construction Leaders interview with Colin Cardwell, Gareth Edwards and Andrew Rae explore how they’ve built a thriving construction and renewables business, their approach to navigating industry challenges, and their commitment to delivering social housing, commercial projects, and

Still trading and independent after more than 80 years in business, Cruden Group has bucked a trend for many SMEs. Fraser Lynes, managing director of Cruden Homes, speaks to Colin Cardwell about how the company is still adapting to meet today's challenges. Recent months have been both busy and encou

Architects' Showcase
See all articlesMoxon Architects and IB Miebach have completed an innovative, sustainable timber and concrete composite bridge for the town of Baiersbronn in southern Germany. Baiersbronn Bridge strengthens connections within the town’s central area, while enhancing the landscape along the scenic Murg River.
This Earth Day, Organic Architects explores how distilleries can take practical steps toward a more sustainable future.
Pend has transformed a tired terraced house in Clermiston, nestled in the quiet suburbs of Edinburgh, to create a light-filled, dynamic home for a young family to grow into over time.
A C-listed lodge in Markinch has received a harmonious extension blending new modern living spaces with its original historic charm.
Law
See all articlesLast week, Sheelagh Cooley, real estate partner and head of the Edinburgh office at Shoosmiths, delivered the keynote speech at the Scotland Investor and Developer Breakfast as part of the UK Real Estate Investment and Infrastructure Forum (UKREiiF, Leeds, 20-22 May). She shared her market insights
Laura Sefton, an energy specialist lawyer from CMS, highlights the challenges facing the housing sector over the decarbonisation of heat from buildings, explains why we’re seeing an evolving regulatory environment and examines the legal and regulatory implications of these changes. Scotland&rs
An Aberdeen man who sought judicial review of his local authority’s plans to redevelop part of a recreational park near his home as part of a sustainable energy strategy has had a reclaiming motion against the refusal of the petition refused by the Inner House of the Court of Session.

The growing popularity of self-builds and owner-managed conversions and renovations, perhaps fuelled by the popularity of Grand Designs and other such programmes, puts an additional potential responsibility on conveyancers when acting for purchasers of such properties and this is becoming a growing
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See all articlesThe Royal Incorporation of Architects in Scotland (RIAS) has announced the eleven winners of the 2025 RIAS Awards. This year’s cohort represents one of the most diverse line-ups ever recognised, encompassing everything from private homes and civic spaces to heritage restorations and pioneering
A bold new £500 million vision to strengthen a major Scottish location for innovation, High Value Manufacturing, business space and green growth in Glasgow will be unveiled today with plans for business space, hotels and hundreds of homes delivering a coherent and cohesive proposition to &lsq
Further details about Center Parcs' plans for the proposed holiday village in the Scottish Borders were revealed at a public consultation event yesterday at Selkirk Rugby Club.
Fleming Homes, the award-winning self-build specialists who design and manufacture bespoke timber frame houses in Scotland for supply across the UK, is sponsoring The Scottish Homebuilding & Renovating Show, at the SEC, Glasgow on 10 – 11 May 2025.
Plant
See all articlesFrench company Hiboo, which works in data and decarbonsation management for industrial fleets, has signed two collaborations with Blackwood Plant Hire in the UK and DRON Location in France. Hiboo announced a major expansion of its customer portfolio during Bauma, the world's 34th leading trade fair
Gail McEwen has begun her tenure as vice president of the Scottish Plant Owners Association (SPOA). The first female ever to take on this position, it is a significant milestone in the Association’s 75-year history. As she embarks on this new chapter, Gail’s goals whilst in office extend
The Construction Plant-hire Association (CPA) has announced the promotions of three members of the CPA team. Peter Brown has been promoted to technical and development director, Chris Cassley has been made policy director and Katie Kelleher is now technical publications and careers manager.
Recently elected Scottish Plant Owners Association (SPOA) president David Jarvie has set out the main priorities for his two-year tenure. Addressing skills shortages is front and centre of his ambitions, as he urged that "attracting new talent into the industry is critical for our future".
And Finally
See all articlesA new six-part series Banjo and Ro’s Grand Island Hotel will see interior designer Banjo Beale and husband Ro take on their biggest design project – turning a derelict mansion on the remote Isle of Ulva in Scotland into a boutique hotel. Together, Banjo and Ro hope to transform the fortu
China is taking lunar construction to the next level, with plans to 3D-print bricks from moon dust as early as 2028.
A builder from Coventry known affectionately as 'The Hodfather' is nearing the end of an extraordinary charity challenge, climbing all 214 Wainwright peaks in the Lake District while carrying a hod full of bricks.
A photographer was arrested at the swanky opening of his New York City exhibition after police said his photos were evidence of criminal trespassing.
A writer has taken to the fashion magazine GQ to share why he thinks everyone is dressing like a Japanese builder.