Tucked within the heart of a Scottish national park, Project Bluebell is a bold yet sensitive response to its stunning natural surroundings. Designed as a low-lying, single-storey residence, the home takes full advantage of its elevated position, with sweeping views of nearby mountains and a tranquil loch below. The result is a peaceful, immersive living space deeply connected to the land.
The architecture is guided by a commitment to environmental harmony. Clad in locally sourced Scottish timber, the structure draws from the landscape’s palette, while its green sedum roof promotes biodiversity and contributes to the home’s insulation. From above, the building all but disappears into the hillside — a subtle presence within its remote setting.
Engineered on a raised steel frame, the home appears to hover just above the terrain. This elevated design not only creates visual lightness, but also protects the natural contours of the land by reducing excavation and disturbance. Expansive glazing throughout ensures that the changing light, weather, and views remain a constant part of daily life.
We’ve been managing this project since late May, providing full project oversight — from coordinating early groundwork through to ongoing build logistics. The steep gradient and remote location have introduced a number of practical challenges, particularly in terms of access and deliveries, but careful planning and sequencing have kept progress on track.
We’re fortunate to be working with a strong team of contractors, including Maclennan Contracts, who handled the complex groundworks and steel structure to an extremely high standard and millimetre tolerances.
Ecotherm Homes, who supplied and assembled the structural timber kit have brought great attention to detail and professionalism to site leaving a well designed and constructed kit ready for follow on trades.
At present, the project is nearing wind and water tight, with window installation underway and roof weathering now in progress. Completion is expected in mid-November, and we’re looking forward to sharing more as the project enters its final phase.
