New Build Developments with an Eco Twist

February 16 2011

In the past few years there has been a growing demand for environmentally friendly homes.  While many people want to minimise their carbon footprint and almost everyone wants to save money on the cost of fuel, the Scottish Government plans a 30% reduction in carbon emissions from new buildings and the Scottish Planning Policy emphasises that planning decisions should take climate change into account.

In keeping with this trend, a number of eco-friendly new-build developments are popping up around Scotland at the moment. Many new homes for sale in Scotland now incorporate some form of sustainability or environmentally friendly feature as part of their design and construction, but some house builders have gone that little bit further to integrate environmental matters in their new homes developments.

The Green Quarter from ParcLife

Prices start at just £115,000 for a 1-bed apartment at The Square/The Courtyard from ParcLife, in Edinburgh

With its spectacular sea views, The Oaks at Old Cambus in Cockburnspath is currently available to buy off-plan. The development makes use of the latest in energy efficient technology including air source heat pumps, solar panels, heat redistribution, recycled rain water and reed bed drainage. Featuring en-suite facilities, a dressing area,balconies, utility room, a study and double garage, the five-bedroom detached family home has a fixed price of £675,000.

Tulloch Homes’ Calduthel Farm development is located in Inverness and consists of a collection of two-, three- and four-bedroom homes available in a selection of house types including cottage flats, bungalows and villas. Energy efficient solar panels are fitted to every detached and semi-detached home and prices here start from £128,950 , with a shared equity scheme offered on selected properties.

River Braan Development from Sustainable Developments Scotland

A range of apartments and houses incorporating a high degree of eco-technology are available at The River Braan Development in Amulree, Perthshire

For buyers looking for new homes in Edinburgh, The Square and The Courtyards developments by ParcLife offer a solar power system to contribute to water heating and a high level of insulation on selected properties. Prices start at £115,000 for a one-bedroom apartment and £185,000 for a three-bedroom house. The development is situated in the Craigmillar area of the city and has achieved the Sustainable Communities Award for its efforts.

Nestled in the village of Amulree, Perthshire, The River Braan Development from Sustainable Developments comprises a number of apartments and houses as well as a restored inn and two commercial units. Comitted to providing an eco-friendly environment, the development plans to maintain its own power with a team working on site to produce a consistent source of renewable green energy. The hot water generated as a by-product of this will be used for underfloor heating while rain water will be harvested and used for a multiplicity of purposes around the development.

by Maria Brett

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New-build homes in Grampian

January 12 2011

With its mixture of city life and rural retreats, including the Cairngorms National Park and a dramatic coastline to the north and east, Grampian has it all. Families are certainly spoilt for choice for something to do during the school holidays. Many Scottish housebuilders have recognised the area’s popularity with families by building some stunning new properties in Grampian particularly suited to family life.

CALA Campus from CALA Homes

Current apartments cost from £229,000 at CALA Campus in Aberdeen

Located in the Hilton area of Aberdeen, the CALA Campus development comprises apartments, townhouses and detached family homes set in a former university campus, with CALA Homes at the helm. Priced from £229,000, the apartments currently available include benefits such as designer kitchens, built-in wardrobes, en-suite facilities and ample parking. Until 31st January 2011, there is £10,000 off selected properties here.

Silver Birches from Stewart Milne Homes

There are several current offers available on selected plots at Silver Birches in Alford, from Stewart Milne Homes

The market town of Alford is the location for Stewart Milne Homes’ Silver Birches scheme, one of its ten active developments in Grampian. Priced from £185,995, the range of terraced, semi-detached and detached homes feature inspiring views across the local countryside. Generously proportioned rooms make these properties perfect for growing families. Current offers on selected plots include a 90% mortgage deal, an 85%/15% shared equity scheme, and the inclusion of landscaped gardens or flooring in the basic price.

Three- and four-bedroom executive villas and bungalows in several styles make up Barratt Homes’ Whiteland Haven development in Newtonhill near Stonehaven, an area with some wonderful scenery and beautiful coastal walks. Prices start from £290,995 and benefits include utility rooms, French doors to the garden and en-suite facilities as well as a double garage on some house types. Part exchange and discounted prices are currently offered on certain plots.

Westfields from Robertson Homes

Priced from £220,000, there are several designs of 4-bed home at Westfields in Elgin, from Robertson Homes

Robertson Homes’ Westfields development in Elgin has only eight properties remaining, each with four bedrooms, making it ideal for families looking to move into an established community. Priced from £220,000, features include bay windows, designer kitchens, en-suite facilities to some bedrooms and a garage – in fact, two with some house styles.

Featuring a range of three-, four- and five-bedroom semi-detached and detached homes and three-bedroom apartments priced from £213,995, Bett Homes’ Leddach Grange development in the small village of Elrick is ideal for families. Just seven miles away from Aberdeen, the scheme offers semi-rural living within easy commuting distance of the city.

Situated on the coast, Scotia Homes’ Townhead development is only a short walk from Inverbervie town centre. Priced from £230,000, house types range from two- and three-bedroom semi-detached villas to three- and four-bedroom detached villas and bungalows.

The Meadows development from Tulloch Homes is located in the village of Rothienorman and boasts a collection of two-, three- and four-bedroom homes. House styles include the Glencoul and Assynt bungalows which boast a separate dining room, a utility room, en-suite facilities to the master bedroom and fitted wardrobes. Prices start from £219,995.

by Maria Brett

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