At Norscot, we’re proud to help people bring their dream homes to life. From coastal escapes to family homes, our timber frame kits provide flexible, durable, energy‑efficient options for Highlands self‑builders.
Below, we’re sharing some inspiring real‑life case studies from homeowners who trusted Norscot to help shape their vision.
A Spacious Castletown Home Built Around a Passion
In Castletown, Mr and Mrs Oag created a spacious, beautifully designed home that accommodates both their lifestyle and Mr Oag’s impressive classic car collection.
Attracted by our cost‑effective timber kits and local expertise, they designed a home with generous spaces and panoramic countryside views. Their home demonstrates how adaptable our kit designs can be to unique personal requirements.
A Personalised Family Home in Halkirk
Using our Drumbeg kit as a starting point, Mr and Mrs Gunn built a cosy and highly customised home in Halkirk.
They expanded the main bedroom, enlarged the garage, and adjusted window placements to create a layout that suited their needs. They praised our support throughout the process:
“Norscot were very good and were happy to help anytime I approached or phoned them with a query. They even helped us choose which glass to have in our doors.”
Their project is a great example of how small design changes can make a home truly individual.
A Meaningful Return to Lybster
For Mr Gunn, building in Newton of Swiney, Lybster, was deeply personal—returning to his childhood village and constructing a home on land once owned by his grandparents.
He chose Norscot for our eco‑friendly timber frame kits and competitive pricing. The finished home combines family history with modern, efficient design.
A Modern Island Home on Scalpay
On the Isle of Scalpay, Harris, Mr Scott and Ms MacDermid built a contemporary home designed for island weather and stunning views.
They chose Norscot for our reliable products and adaptable timber frame kits. Despite the logistical challenges of island building, their home is warm, striking, and perfectly suited to its setting.
A Bespoke Holiday Cabin in Wester Alligin
In Wester Alligin, Ross‑shire, the Marshes designed a small holiday let to support their croft income. After securing planning permission, they struggled to get quotes for the 60.5m² design—until they reached out to Norscot.
The finished cabin features a striking glazed frontage with incredible views across the loch and mountains—an inviting retreat for guests looking for peace and natural beauty.
“Helpful, informative, and professional… The kit was delivered on the day, on time, and fitted together perfectly.”
Explore More Inspiring Self‑Build Journeys
If you’d like to read these stories in full—or discover even more unique Norscot builds—you can browse our complete collection of case studies here:
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