SmartNewHomes expands online partnerships
SmartNewHomes is expanding its online
Scotland’s ‘ghost village’ will live
An abandoned village in Argyll & Bute is a step closer to being regenerated after being brought to the market by leading Scottish property consultants, CKD Galbraith. CKD Galbraith is handling the sale of the 25
acre site which presently contains the former oil workers’ accommodation at Pollphail Village, on behalf of administrators Brian Milne and Eileen Blackburn of French Duncan LLP. Pollphail, which overlooks Loch Fyne, would be
suitable for a range of uses, supported by the designation of the land as a Potential Development Area. The most likely use is for residential homes and associated facilities. Previous proposals for the site have included
plans for five detached houses on part of the site and planning consent for demolition of the existing buildings and the construction of a new settlement and ancillary buildings. Widely referred to as the ‘ghost village’,
Pollphail was constructed at a cost understood to be in the region of £3.3 million to meet the demands of the UK oil boom of the 1970s. The village was constructed to provide living accommodation for oil platform construction workers who were to build concrete platform
A very glossy penthouse, just £9.5m
systems to meet the demand of the North Sea oil boom. However, it transpired that the industry moved on quickly and most of the demand was for steel platform systems, no orders were placed for the concrete platform systems and the project was shelved without any of the workers occupying Pollphail Village. The village has lain unoccupied for over 35 years.
Harry Stott of CKD Galbraith said, “The village
has a fascinating and chequered history mired by financial scandal when it was originally built, but there is something about the property that really captures the imagination. The site has lain empty for over 35 years and is a bit of an eyesore but it occupies a fantastic position over looking Loch Fyne with views towards the Mull of Kintyre. “The site has huge potential as a
development site in naturally stunning surroundings. The Cowal Peninsula is a popular tourist and holiday destination and the site may be suitable for second homes or holiday homes and could complement the significant investment made nearby at Portavadie Marina.”
www.ckdgalbraith.co.uk
Steven Lees
partnerships by teaming up with
Moveme.com and Money Expert, to improve the property search experience for its 280,000 registered homebuyers. As well as
searching for a
new home anywhere in the UK and taking advantage of a library of help and advice, SmartNewHomes consumers can now access
Moveme.com’s unique Move Planner, enabling them to successfully manage their move with helpful reminders for keeping things on track. New homebuyers can also compare the
latest mortgage, home insurance and energy prices through a new partnership with
MoneyExpert.com, the price comparison website. The portal is growing steadily, now
representing 85 per cent of all new homes for sale in England, Wales and Scotland. Steve Lees, Director of SmartNewHomes,
says, “We are delighted to be partnering with two very well respected websites such as
Moveme.com and Money Expert, enabling us to offer the most comprehensive service to new home buyers.
“These exciting new partnerships will
make sure our buyers get the best possible deal when they move into their brand new home and give them access to the tools to enjoy a simple, well-organised move.”
Fitzrovia Apartments shortlisted in ULI Global
Awards for Excellence Fitzrovia Apartments, developed by London-based property firm Ridgeford Properties in Joint Venture with Manhattan Lofts, has been shortlisted as a finalist in the prestigious Urban Land Institute (ULI) Global Awards for Excellence. Selected from over 200 global awards
entries, Fitzrovia Apartments, London W1 has been recognised for a high standard of design, construction, economics, planning and management. The £70m development, designed by
HOK International, features distinctive multi-coloured glass fins on the ground floor, offset against the strong geometric cladding and Caliza Capri limestone and zinc panels on the floors above. Both the architecture and the interior design are
strikingly contemporary and stylish with immaculate detail. A dramatic double height Lobby leads into a beautiful landscaped garden. Due for completion in September 2012
the development comprises 66 private apartments, four penthouses, The Royal Orthopaedic Hospital and commercial studio space. The most expensive accommodation can be had for £9.5m. Chris Murray, MD of Ridgeford
Properties Ltd said, “We are extremely proud to have been nominated for such a prestigious award. Fitzrovia Apartments is a world class development and the result of another successful joint venture.” The winners of the award will be announced in October during ULI’s 2012 Fall Meeting in Denver.
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