Director Iain Purves shares his perspective on how bespoke homebuilding has evolved in the last 20 years — from smarter clients to bolder designs and the tech shaping modern living.
Expertly building cutting edge intelligent homes
Why getting us involved at the start saves time and money - case study
Case study: Taking over a nightmare build
Timber frame vs ICF, which one is better?
The process of building a home with Shiel Developments
When a home design looks good on paper but won’t work in real life: case study
The importance of getting your builders involved at the drawing stage
Trust is everything in bespoke home building
The magic of ICF (it’s truly the material of the future!)
Insulated Concrete Formwork (ICF) is our favourite, most efficient and durable way to build a home. It makes your home cooler in summer and warmer in winter PLUS it saves money on utility bills. It’s a wonder that so many people (homeowners and industry professionals alike) still haven’t become experts in this magic material (unlike us, as we’ve made it our mission to be ICF experts).