Architecture
Scottish Design Awards 2023 finalists announced
The awards, which take place on 29 June 2023, celebrate the very best in Scottish design. Here are some of our…
Discover the modern-day ‘castle’ on the shores of Loch Awe
The home-owners worked to create a space that was tranquil and away from the crowd, big enough to host their large…
Reclaimed materials are at the heart of this architectural dream in South Lanarkshire
A sense of connection to the land and its surroundings lies at the heart of this home on a South Lanarkshire farm words…
A new build house and workshop designed with dementia in mind
When a fire destroyed their family home, this couple had to gather all their strength to build a new base, but what…
9 architecture trends to know about in 2023
Planning your dream build? Here are the architecture trends you should have on your radar in 2023, according to leading…
A modern extension on a traditional farmhouse in the heart of the Cairngorms
Extending a traditional farmhouse has given one lucky family the chance to live in the heart of the Cairngorms, with…
Fancy a move? The UK’s priciest pad hits the market for a cool £200 million
You’ll need some significant savings in your back burner if you want to buy this 62,000 sq ft mega-mansion in…
An eco-friendly family beach house in Thorpeness, Suffolk
This spacious beachside holiday home is so well designed that three generations of the same family can share it…
How a small extension transformed this Stirlingshire home
Karen and Hugh Pizey worked with architects Loader Monteith to build a modest home extension that has had a huge impact…
Take a fresh look
A south-facing hillside on the shores of beautiful Loch Duich in Lochalsh would be many people’s dream plot. It…
A completely reimagined cottage in Aberdeenshire
Where do you set up home when the world is your oyster? Danny and Rhian Tazioli enjoyed working overseas, but during…
A radically refurbished Victorian cottage in Argyll
A radical rethink of how a house should function and what it should look like has produced an award-winning home on the…
This Edinburgh flat was revived by its architect owners
The potential of this huge lateral apartment was sorely ignored until new architect owners rethought its layout and…
Incredible beekeeper’s home in the Borders
Commissioning your own build gets you the home you’ve always dreamt of, as one happy beekeeper in the Borders has…
This Arran home is coastal bliss
Cape cod, in the shape of this stunning new house, has arrived on the Clyde in fine style Photography Ashley Coombes…
A modern build in Glasgow inspired by Alvar Aalto
A coolly modern house inspired by the architecture of Finland’s Alvar Aalto has made itself at home in Glasgow…
This former primary school now has a home sauna
This clever conversion has turned an abandoned school on Harris into a smart, functional new home DETAILS What A…
Transforming a former piggery in Aberdeenshire into a striking three-bedroom home
Life in this converted farm building has been massively improved, thanks to a reconfigured interior and a smart new…
This family built a contemporary home with a traditional appearance in Stirlingshire
They had enough space to build a mansion, but the owners of this house aimed for quality over quantity – without…
A dazzling home in Skye inspired by London’s bold architecture
This new build in Skye is both utterly eye-catching and almost invisible – the perfect blend for its awe-inspiring…
Taking a standard kit house and making it bespoke has resulted in an energy-efficient home in Elgin
This low-energy self-build project created a well-designed home that ticks all the boxes for its owners
DESIGN NEWS
Forget Black Friday; Colour Friday is where it’s at!
A movement started by Not on the High Street founder Holly Tucker, Colour Friday is the alternative to mass…
Luxury brands come together at House of Rohl
House of Rohl represents curated, luxury brands, including Victoria + Albert and Shaws. This article contains content…
Decorex 2022: Your avenue for design discovery
Decorex, Europe’s leading luxury design event, is delighted to welcome a world-class line up of exhibitors for 2022.…
Johnstons of Elgin team up with Ben Pentreath for new collection
Interior designer Ben Pentreath collaborates with Johnstons of Elgin on a new and exciting range of colourful throws…
Scotland’s craft culture highlighted at The Briggait, Glasgow
CRAFTHOUSE will feature work from 10 Scottish designers and artisans in its run at The Briggait, Glasgow. See how 10…
Design Notes: Lalique
IF you’re a serious collector of crystal, a piece by Lalique is likely top of your wishlist. The French maker has a…
Decorex to Host Spectacular Reunion for the Design Community This Autumn
This article contains paid-for content created in collaboration with Decorex. The last 18 months have posed a real…
10 colourful bathroom ideas
Give your walls and floors attention – wild prints and a mix of colour are the order of the day Block colours feel…
5 cool and colourful home accessories
If your home is as bold as you are, take a peek at these bright touches …
Design Notes: Designers Guild
Today, Designers Guild is an international home and lifestyle brand, but its history goes back fifty years to a store…
Trends in toilets and flushing tech? We ask the experts this, and more…
Bathroom advice from the best in the business
11 gorgeous vanity unit sinks for your bathroom
Boost your bathroom’s storage space and style credentials with handpicked pieces from Catchpole & Rye