Fotheringham Homes and Brotherton Estates, two family businesses with their heritages firmly rooted in the local area, have come together to create a stylish new housing development in Johnshaven to be known as The Beaches. The development, located on the Brotherton Estate in the quaint coastal village of Johnshaven, will bring together the ethos of the two families and their …
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Statement
In line with government guidance we have taken the decision to close our show homes and construction sites with immediate effect. We all have a responsibility to play our part in preventing the spread of COVID-19, and we hope that by following government advice and suspending all operations we can help to safeguard the welfare of our customers and staff. …
Considering a Move to Johnshaven, Aberdeenshire? 8 Historical Facts About Johnshaven
If you are relatively new to the Johnshaven area or considering moving to Johnshaven, then you are likely to be undertaking some research into the area. But what about the history of Johnshaven? In today’s blog, we share 8 historical facts about Johnshaven to help you connect with the amazing history of this quaint local coastal village in Aberdeenshire and …
Businesses of North East Collaborate to Create Multi-Million Pound Rural Housing Development
Fotheringham Homes are proud to have worked with a fantastic range of suppliers from across the North of Scotland to create a stunning residential development worth over £6 million nestled on the edge of the Mearns & Angus countryside. Speaking about the housing development Michael Fotheringham explained “Working in collaboration with like-minded businesses makes construction more creative but also more …
Building Your Own Home? How Much is Land For Sale in Aberdeenshire?
With self build plots typically costing around a third to one half of the total cost of a self build home, it’s understandable that you’ll want to be as accurate as possible when budgeting for this cost. However, unlike the normal housing market where you can quickly google average house prices for regions and even streets, individual housing plots aren’t …
Housewarming Gifts; The Best Ideas for New Homeowners in Angus
Moving into a new home is a time to be celebrated. It can often signal a new start and so it’s natural that when our friends or family move home, that we want to show them we care and celebrate with them. But how do you choose that perfect housewarming gift for a new homeowner in Angus? As with all …
Further Recognition for Transformed Derelict Building as Finalists are Announced in the 12th Annual Scottish Home Awards
Hot off the heels of being named as a finalist in the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) Awards, Fotheringham Homes transformation of a derelict building in Stonehaven has been named as a finalist in the 12th Annual Scottish Home Awards. The Eden Manor development, a renovation of a former north-east care home into five apartments and ten single storey …
Buying a New Home in Blairgowrie? 24 Things to Do in and Around Blairgowrie
Moving home is one of the biggest life decisions we make, so it’s no surprise that most owners spend a significant amount of time researching the area to check that it’s somewhere they’ll be happy living. If you’re thinking of buying a new home in Blairgowrie, then researching schools, healthcare and future housing developments will be top of your list. …
Transformed Derelict Building in Stonehaven Shortlisted for Prestigious National Award
Fotheringham Homes transformation of a derelict building in Stonehaven has been named as a finalist in the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) Awards. The renovation of a former north-east care home, has been shortlisted in the Residential Category, one of the awards 8 categories. With residents moving into the property throughout November 2018, the project transformed the derelict building into …
Meet Our Partners: Crawford Architecture
From our new home developments to bespoke builds, we’ve been proud to work alongside Crawford Architecture over the last 10 years. We value both their expertise and advice, so were pleased that they agreed for us to interview them as the first of our guest blogs. In this guest blog, you’ll find a little more about the business, and design, from Kevin …