KIT Homes Archives

Optional Design Features Explained: Porches & Peaks

Optional design features let self‑builders enhance both style and function from the start. This series explores how elements like porches and peaks can shape first impressions, add character and improve everyday practicality in a Norscot Kit Home.
This series highlights key features — starting with porches and peaks — and how they can shape first impressions while adding character and practicality to your home.

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6 Reasons to Choose a Norscot Timber Frame Kit Home

Our self-build kit homes combine energy efficiency, flexible design, and trusted local expertise — all backed by decades of experience in manufacturing and design. Here are six reasons why self-builders across Scotland (and beyond!) are choosing Norscot Kit Homes.

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Julia and Alan Marsh – Self-Build Holiday Let

Julia and Alan Marsh, owners of a croft in Wester Alligin, Ross-shire, sought to diversify their income by constructing a self-contained holiday let. The couple envisioned a design that complemented the stunning landscape of their croft and its breathtaking views. They took the initiative to draft their own design and successfully secured planning permission.

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Mr Scott & Ms Macdermid, Isle of Scalpay, Harris.

Mark Scott and Ann Macdermid built their 124m² dream home on the Isle of Scalpay, Harris, in 2022. Originally planning to restore Ann’s family home, they opted to build new after realising the old layout wouldn’t suffice. The project cost £245,000 (excluding VAT and land), averaging £2,000 per m².

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Fisher, Kilchoan, Lochaber

Completed in 2023, this 95m² self-build in Kilchoan cost £225,000, averaging £2,368 per m². The client customised a Norscot Braemore kit, creating a unique L-shaped, three-bedroom home. With a dual-aspect lounge and spacious kitchen diner as highlights, the project was streamlined by already owning the building site, reducing typical self-build stress.

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Mrs Miller & Mr Bamfield, Upper Humster, Caithness

In 2018, Mrs. Miller and Mr. Bamfield built their 213m² dream home in Upper Humster, Caithness, for £300,000, averaging £1,298 per m². Drawn by the uninterrupted panoramic views of Wick, they chose this secluded yet accessible location for its tranquility and proximity to town amenities, fulfilling their dream of a countryside home.

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Mr & Mrs Oag, Brae Edge, Castletown, Caithness

Built between 2014-2015 in Castletown, Mr. Oag’s 260m² dream home cost £335,000, at £1,444 per m². After 30 years in the village, he and his wife seized the chance to build nearby, drawn by a spacious plot perfect for his classic car collection. Norscot’s timber frame kits ultimately won them over for cost efficiency.

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Mr & Mrs H Gunn, J B Court, Halkirk, Caithness

Built between 2016-2017 in Halkirk, Mr. and Mrs. Gunn’s 99m² home offers a serene retreat, moving from Georgemas to be closer to family. They selected Norscot’s Drumbeg kit, customising their new home with a larger main bedroom, expanded garage, and adjusted windows, creating a perfect blend of comfort and convenience in a quiet location.

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Mr A Gunn, Newton of Swiney, Lybster, Caithness

Built between 2014-2018 in Lybster, Mr. Gunn’s 169m² home cost approximately £210,000, at £1,147 per m². Returning to his childhood village, he chose Norscot for our eco-friendly timber frame kits, valuing our local presence and competitive pricing. The plot, once owned by his grandparents, added a special, nostalgic touch to the project.

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Mr & Mrs Hess, Heathcliff, Brough, Caithness

Built between 2017-2018 in Brough, Mr Hess’s 98m² home cost £124,852, at £1,274 per m². A retired police captain from Philadelphia, Fred and his wife fell in love with the Caithness countryside in 1989. Choosing Norscot’s Braemore kit, they customised their home with panoramic glazed screens and a spacious layout, creating the perfect holiday home.

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