Tag: West Craigs Quarter

Barratt and David Wilson Homes take part in Edinburgh litter pick

Housebuilder proves spring cleaning isn’t just for the home

Volunteers from Barratt and David Wilson Homes East Scotland, part of the UK’s largest housebuilder Barratt Redrow, have dedicated their time to cleaning up in locations around Edinburgh.

The litter-pick formed part of the wider Barratt Redrow CleanUp, now in its third year, organised by the housebuilder’s charitable arm, The Barratt Redrow Foundation in partnership with CleanupUK.

A team of volunteers from Barratt and David Wilson Homes East Scotland division set out to litter pick at West Craigs and Union Canal, which is popular with dog walkers, runners and families.

The team of 47 volunteers cleared nearly 100 bags of discarded waste, which included products that are known to be damaging to the environment and local wildlife and take a long time to break down, such as disposable vapes, wipes, batteries and cigarette butts.

The team sifted through greenery to remove waste, helping create a cleaner and safer environment for children, animals and tourists heading into the summer months.

Initiatives like this are important for amplifying the impact of litter-picking and community tidying efforts in the areas where the housebuilder operates and links closely to its ethos.

Barratt and David Wilson Homes are focused on building quality homes and creating vibrant new communities with open green spaces that enhance biodiversity and wellbeing, creating greener, healthier and more sustainable living environments for homeowners and wildlife alike.

Andrew Morrison, Managing Director for Barratt and David Wilson Homes East Scotland, said: “In Scotland, we’re lucky to have such picturesque green spaces on our doorstep, so we all have a responsibility to ensure this landscape continues to thrive.

“As the UK’s largest housebuilder, we place great emphasis on leaving communities better than we found them, whether that’s by alleviating housing shortages, improving infrastructure or like in this instance, protecting the environment.

“Our employee volunteers did a great job clearing spots around Edinburgh which are enjoyed by residents across our West Craigs and West Craigs Quarter developments.”

CleanupUK, which helped with the organisation of the litter pick, is a nationwide charity that unites volunteers to form community-led litter picking initiatives in their local areas.

Edinburgh City Council provided the volunteers with the necessary equipment and will lead on disposing of the collected waste.

In total, over 60 clean-up events are taking place across the UK this spring, with hundreds of Barratt Redrow staff taking part.

To explore homes currently available in Edinburgh, visit Barratt @ West Craigs and David Wilson Homes West Craigs Quarter.

Edinburgh primary pupils build creativity with festive hard hat designs

Maybury Primary School pupils in Edinburgh have swapped their textbooks for tinsel in a unique festive challenge launched by leading housebuilders Barratt and David Wilson Homes.

The creative design initiative invited children to showcase their imagination by transforming construction hard hats into Christmas themed creations, with nearly 200 primary school pupils across Scotland getting involved.

Pupils from P4 in the Edinburgh school took part in the competition, which aimed to lay the foundations for creativity while introducing young people to the world of construction. Using materials ranging from tinsel and baubles to paint and craft suppliers, each child designed their own festive hard hat as part of the initiative, blending seasonal cheer with a nod to the building trade.

To bring the industry to life, Adriano Molfino from Barratt’s West Craigs development and Michael Palmer from David Wilson Homes @ West Craigs Quarter visited Maybury Primary School to judge the entries and share insights into careers in construction.

The winning design earned its creator, Ruby Ray, age 8, a £50 Smyths voucher, while all participants were rewarded with a chocolate selection box as a festive treat.

Lorraine Paterson, Sales and Marketing Director for Barratt and David Wilson Homes East Scotland, said: “This year’s hard hat challenge has been a fantastic way to combine creativity with an introduction to the construction sector.

“We want young people to see the exciting opportunities this industry offers, from design and engineering to building communities. The standard of entries at Maybury Primary School in Edinburgh has been exceptional, and it’s inspiring to see the pupils engage with the concept in such imaginative ways.

“Barratt and David Wilson Homes are committed to creating vibrant new communities across Scotland, and initiatives like this help bring communities together to inspire the next generation of engineers, designers and builders who will shape the future of construction.”

Barratt at West Craigs is an exciting new community of high-quality family homes in north-west Edinburgh, offering a range of thoughtfully designed 3- and 4-bedroom properties. Designed with modern living in mind, the development benefits from a wide range of on-site and nearby amenities, including a newly opened school, health centre and nursery. Ideally located close to the City Bypass, West Craigs offers excellent connectivity to key road networks across the central belt, while frequent bus, tram and rail services provide convenient links to Edinburgh city centre and beyond. Homes are available from £366,995 to £599,995. £614,995.

West Craigs Quarter is a development of luxury houses designed with flexible living in mind, with a range of 3- and 4- bedroom homes currently for sale. Homes are available from £421,995 o £687,995.

For further information about Barratt Homes West Craigs development, visit Barratt @ West Craigs, and for more information on David Wilson Homes at West Craigs Quarter, visit David Wilson Homes @ West Craigs Quarter.

David Wilson Homes welcomes ‘lavish city living’ with launch of new show homes at West Craigs

David Wilson Homes is bringing ‘lavish city living’ to the leafy outskirts of the capital with the launch of its two brand-new show homes at West Craigs Quarter.

David Wilson Homes, which forms part of Barratt Developments Scotland alongside Barratt Homes, is now welcoming prospective buyers to visit and experience The Brechin and The Falkland show homes for themselves.

The four-bed properties, which have been designed by Graeme Fuller Design, have been crafted with families in mind, and those looking for quality and space within commuting distance of the city centre.

Both The Brechin and The Falkland have been designed to capture the feel of classic city penthouses, with subtle touches to add an air of sophistication to spaces throughout the homes.

Kyle Downie, Senior Interior Designer at Graeme Fuller Design, said: “We made a conscious decision to make the design of The Brechin and The Falkland show homes at West Craigs Quarter completely different from what we’ve done at other developments to showcase the houses’ versatility.

“In The Brechin, the lavish scheme was tailored to the ‘city living’ vision we see in capital penthouse suites. While the lounge boasts a large corner piece with built-in side tables and a luxuriant chandelier overhead, the dining area is the perfect place for hosting and can seat up to eight people. The kitchen island also offers another space for gathering.

“In the primary bedroom, the wallpaper is breathtaking with a 3D tree-like element in its champagne finish which is perfect for the affluent scheme. The central pendant and the wall lights in the room illuminate the wallpaper the way it was intended so you can admire the movement in the design.”

However, while The Brechin’s kitchen is the social hub of the home, The Falkland’s lounge is the go-to entertaining space.

Kyle added: “The Falkland continues the feeling of walking through a penthouse but from a completely different approach. While The Brechin’s kitchen is the social hub of the home, The Falkland focuses on the lounge with a beautiful corner sofa and adjacent armchairs.

“The large, solid wood dining table and matching dining chairs with their contemporary design absorb the widely aspired style of neutral tones, textured finishes and natural elements.

“The primary bedroom in The Falkland features a wall framed headboard between two fitted mirrors and two hanging pendants above each bedside, making the whole room immediately feel exuberant when the mirrors reflect the light that the pendants individually emit.

“It’s these small touches that create an air of luxury, helping to make the house a home.”

Idyllically located just minutes from the Corstorphine area of Edinburgh, West Craigs Quarter is surrounded by a host of local amenities and family-friendly activities, such as Edinburgh Zoo and walking routes around Cammo Estate.

A selection of well-regarded schools can be found nearby, including a new primary school, nursery and health centre being built on the site by The City of Edinburgh Council.

Excellent transport links into the city centre, including the Edinburgh Gateway tram and train line and a regular Lothian bus service, are ideal for exploring the plethora of shops, restaurants and the historic UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the city centre.

Edinburgh Airport and the City Bypass are also on the doorstep, allowing easy access across Scotland and beyond.

Anne Ross, Sales Director at Barratt Developments East Scotland, said: “We’re excited to finally be able to open the doors to our two brand-new show homes at West Craigs Quarter.

“Kyle and the team at Graeme Fuller Design have done a fantastic job in designing homes that appeal to both growing families and couples looking to indulge in spacious surroundings and quality touches.

“Mix this with the development’s leafy setting on the outskirts of Edinburgh and you really do have a postcode that offers the best of both worlds.”

A variety of three and four-bedroom homes are currently for sale at West Craigs Quarter, starting at £439,995. A range of incentives are also available to help make the move easier, including Part Exchange and Deposit Boost.

For more information on Barratt Developments in Scotland, visit: 

barratthomes.co.uk/new-homes/scotland-east/