Shiel Developments was founded by Iain Purves in 2015, built on a belief that great homes come from thoughtful construction and strong relationships. 

We’ve grown steadily over the years, taking on a small number of carefully chosen projects each year across Northamptonshire and Cambridgeshire. 

Our clients come to us because they value detail, trust experience, and want to work with a team who’ll really care.

What we believe

What we build matters. How we build it matters even more. 

• Craftsmanship in every detail

• Care in how we manage the process and respect your home

• Sustainability in both materials and methods

• Clarity in our communication with you at every stage

We believe the process of building a home should feel as well-considered as the home itself so we don’t chase volume. We focus on delivering a smaller number of projects to a higher standard so we can give each one the attention it deserves.

We combine clear planning, personal service and low-impact technology to deliver homes that look better, perform better, and last longer.

Meet the team

We’re a close-knit team with decades of combined construction experience. Every build is led by a project director, with a team of trusted trades and specialists who share our high standards.

Iain Purves, Founder

Iain has over 30 years’ experience in bespoke home building. His focus is on turning ambitious ideas into beautifully executed homes. Under his leadership, we’ve delivered everything from listed building restorations to fully automated smart homes. 

Clients tell us they value Iain’s direct involvement, technical know-how, and ability to see the big picture while never missing the small details.