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Edinburgh’s Newest Affordable Housing Development Nears Completion
Edinburgh’s newest social housing project at Lochrin Basin in the Fountainbridge area of Edinburgh is close to completion with the first tenants expected to move into the attractive apartments by early June. Designed and constructed by leading family house-builder Mactaggart & Mickel in partnership with Dunedin Canmore Housing Association, the two 3 – 4 storey blocks, containing 22 affordable 1 – 2 bedroom apartments mark the latest phase in the redevelopment of the site in the proximity of the historic Union Canal. Lochrin Basin is the first venture
into Scotland’s social housing market by Mactaggart & Mickel Contracts. Celebrating its 85th anniversary this year, it was in the mid-1920’s that the quality family house-builder first proudly undertook contract work for the Glasgow Corporation and Western
Heritable. The development at Lochrin Basin is finished in a mix of contemporary, locally procured materials including masonry, glazing and zinc, the apartment blocks provides residents with access to an attractive landscaped courtyard, car parking and bike storage. With construction on the site having started in June last year, the success of the project signifies the robust partnership formed between Dunedin Canmore Housing Association (DCHA) and Mactaggart & Mickel and a shared objective to deliver a sustainable and quality project on time and on budget. Commenting on the
development, Mairi Mickel, Head of Corporate Communications at Mactaggart & Mickel said: “Mactaggart & Mickel is very proud to have worked with Dunedin Canmore Housing Association and Michael Laird Architects to provide
the City of Edinburgh with a high quality social housing development at Lochrin Basin. From the outset, this project has reflected all parties commitment to partnership working and the highest quality of delivery. With other such projects in the pipeline, Mactaggart & Mickel is firmly committed to working with registered social landlords and others to create new affordable housing communities.” Ewan Fraser, chief executive of Dunedin Canmore Housing Association, said: “It has proven greatly advantageous for Dunedin Canmore to work in partnership with Mactaggart & Mickel, a financially robust family house-builder who have a reputation for building very high quality houses. We are very pleased to have worked with the leading housebuilder on this urban regeneration project that will help meet the high demand for
affordable housing in the capital.” The Lochrin Basin development incorporated Dunedin Canmore’s own design parameters and the one-stop-shop approach of Mactaggart & Mickel’s Timber Systems division. From initial concept, planning and design to on-site delivery and construction, this modern construction method provides the customer with a streamlined, cost-effective and timely build process. While during construction the interior of a traditional brick and mortar house can be exposed to the elements for weeks, Mactaggart & Mickel Timber Systems delivery of a sealed unit on site, complete with services installed, ensures the apartment or house is wind and watertight in just one day.
The Turtle House and Kid’s Fish House, El Gouna, Egypt
Interested in the work of the
renowned German Designer Kurt Völtzke, the Egyptian investor and owner of El Gouna (Red Sea), Samih Sawiris had the Kid’s Fish House erected for his private town. At the same time the Designer was commissioned with the development of Turtle House, a gallery and guest house. Now the Turtle House rises from the green of the golf course like an artistic sculpture reminiscent of buildings by Hundertwasser or Gaudi. The architecture is unique and has a positive effect on everyone who views it.
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The Turtle House was inspired
by the regional architectural symbolism of the dunes in the Sahara desert and the waves of the Red Sea. The Designer had this architectural jewel erected in only seven months. Like the outside, the interior of the house is predominated by bright, natural stone. Coloured columns with ornate mosaics decorate the gallery and each stairway finishes off in an imaginative sculpture. The Designer is known for his novel designs and inspirational ideas.
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