Case Studies

Discover how Mr and Mrs Bowers built their dream retirement home in Inver, Tain using a modified Norscot Braemore timber frame design.

Built in 2020, Armadale Village Hall boasts a 197m² floor area, costing £405,000 at £2,055 per m². Originally set to refurbish, the committee discovered structural issues, necessitating a complete rebuild. They adapted the design to include exposed roof trusses and fisherman-style pendant lamps, blending modernity with nostalgic elements from the old hall.

Built in 2015 on the Isle of Barra, this 160m² home cost £135,000, at £844 per m². Facing limited housing options, the owner built on croft land with a Scottish government grant. During the pandemic, the home became a sanctuary, with the downstairs bedroom converted into an office. The Norscot self-build experience was smooth and satisfactory.