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The Herald Scotland
17-07-2025
- Business
- The Herald Scotland
New homes at site of former east end school handed over
The move marks a 'significant milestone' in the partnership between the award-winning Fife-founded homebuilder and Angus Housing Association. The firm said: 'Constructed to meet the evolving needs of residents, the development features a diverse mix of housing types, including two-bedroom cottage flats, three-bed semi-detached homes, and one-bedroom sheltered flats. 'With sustainability at its core, all properties are equipped with solar panels to enhance energy efficiency and reduce carbon footprints. Additionally, the development includes gas central heating and off-street parking, ensuring modern comfort for residents.' The homes have been handed over. (Image: Campion) The sheltered flats have been thoughtfully designed to 'support independent living, featuring walk-in showers, rise-and-fall worktops, and adjustable kitchen units to accommodate varying mobility needs'. Dougie Herd, joint managing director at Campion Homes, said the firm is 'committed to delivering high-quality, affordable housing that meets the needs of local communities'. He said: 'Our strong relationship with Angus Housing Association has enabled us to create homes that not only provide comfort and security but also prioritise sustainability and accessibility. We are proud to contribute to Dundee's housing landscape and support Angus Housing Association's mission to provide safe, modern, and energy-efficient homes for residents.' READ MORE: 'I wish to give a massive thank you to everyone at Campion Homes for their hard work, professionalism, and commitment throughout the entirety of the project. We look forward to continuing our partnership on future developments. 'I would also like to acknowledge the funding received from the Scottish Government and the hard work and commitment our development team have given to this project, without them both, this development would not have come to fruition.'
Scotsman
25-06-2025
- Business
- Scotsman
Award win for accessible Dundee development
An innovative Dundee housing development designed to support independent living has won a top accolade at the 2025 Scottish Home Awards. Sign up to our daily newsletter – Regular news stories and round-ups from around Scotland direct to your inbox Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... The Charleston development in the south-west of the city took home the Excellence in Accessibility and Inclusion award, recognising its exemplary standards in inclusive design and support for people with mobility needs. Delivered by Blackwood Homes & Carein partnership with Campion Homes, Hillcrest, and Bield Housing & Care, the £17.5 million development features 66 accessible homes and sets a new benchmark in high-quality, adaptable housing. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Each property is based on the award-winning Blackwood House design – a barrier-free model underpinned by smart technology, rise and fall worktops and appliances, wheelchair turning space, and renewable energy features such as solar panels. Jason MacGilp, Chief Executive of Blackwood Homes & Care. Each home's technology setup can be personalised to the resident, to give automated local information, video call access for family and friends and rapid access to health services. Jason MacGilp, Chief Executive of Blackwood Homes & Care, said: 'This award is testament to Blackwood's decades of experience in accessible housing innovation, and our continued mission to support independent living. 'The Charleston development demonstrates how inclusive design can transform lives – combining comfort, technology, and adaptability. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad 'A particular thanks to our team who saw this project to fruition, and notably Steph Sutherland, Head of Business at Blackwood Homes & Care who led the development. 'We're also thankful to our construction partner Campion Homes, whose commitment helped us deliver these exceptional homes.' Since opening in late 2024, the Charleston homes have made a significant impact, enabling residents to live more independently and securely. The development includes a mix of two- and three-bedroom flats and four and five-bedroom homes, all designed with generous space standards and future-proofed features for independent living. The handover marked a major milestone for inclusive housing in Dundee, with all three housing providers working closely with Dundee City Council to meet growing demand for accessible and affordable homes. Its opening was signified with a high-profile event, which included attendance by the area's MP and MSP. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Jason added: 'This recognition not only honours the Charleston project but highlights the wider success of collaboration across the housing sector. It shows what's possible when accessibility is prioritised from the outset.' Blackwood extended its thanks to Horizon Housing Association for sponsoring the award category and congratulated all finalists helping to shape a more inclusive future for housing in Scotland.
The Courier
30-05-2025
- Business
- The Courier
New council sheltered housing planned in Dunfermline as progress made on another city site
A new council sheltered housing complex is planned for Dunfermline. Fife Council has signed an agreement with Campion Homes for 40 sheltered homes on empty land between Evershed Drive and Aberdour Road. Work on the £9.23 million development, next to Canmore Primary School, is expected to begin in July with a completion date of summer 2027. There will be a mix of one and two-bedroom flats, including 13 wheelchair properties. Funding has come from the Scottish Government's Affordable Housing Grant and Fife Council's Housing Revenue Account capital budget. Councillor Judy Hamilton, housing spokesperson, said: 'I'm delighted that in the face of a housing emergency, we are continuing to deliver our ambitious affordable housing programme, one of the country's largest social house-building programmes, while the pressure on housing services continues to be relentlessly high.' Meanwhile, Fife Council says it expects work on 45 new homes at Bellyeoman to be completed by summer 2027. It comes after the local authority appointed CCG (Scotland) Ltd the contract to complete the work, which was halted when previous contractor First Endeavour LLP went into receivership in March 2024. CCG (Scotland) Ltd has also been given the contract to finish 51 new homes at New Flockhouse in Lochore, while Clark Contracts Ltd has taken on the contract for 72 new homes at Lochgelly Road in Lumphinnans, as part of the same project. Work on all these sites is expected to resume in June.
Scotsman
16-05-2025
- Business
- Scotsman
Muir Timber Systems completes work at Leuchars social housing site
Muir Timber Systems has completed the supply of timber kits for 49 new social homes in Leuchars. The project marked the continuation of a longstanding relationship with Campion Homes who is the lead contractor for the Kingdom Housing Association development. Sign up to our Scotsman Money newsletter, covering all you need to know to help manage your money. Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Muir Timber Systems has completed the supply of timber kits for 49 new social homes in Leuchars. The project marked the continuation of a longstanding relationship with Campion Homes who is the lead contractor for the Kingdom Housing Association development. The homes in Leuchars are highly energy efficient and utilise net zero emission heating systems. The timber kits use sustainable materials and are cut and manufactured using power from the solar array on the roof of the Muir Timber Systems factory. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Muir has supplied the timber frame kit including cassettes and roof trusses for the development which comprises a mix of semi-detached homes, semi-detached amenity bungalows, cottage flats and a detached wheelchair-accessible bungalow. Muir Timber Systems Factory Part of the family run Muir Group, Muir Timber Systems was initially set up in 1975 to supply its sister companies, Muir Construction and Muir Homes, but now delivers timber solutions for a variety of contractors and house builders across Scotland from its factory in Inverkeithing. Gary Gray, General Manager of Muir Timber Systems, said: 'At Muir Timber Systems we try to make it as easy as possible for our clients to create homes and communities that improve peoples' lives and will stand the test of time. 'We have a long standing relationship with Campion Homes, supporting them in delivering high quality social housing for their clients throughout East Central Scotland. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad
