This week’s search for Scotland’s Home of the Year sees judges Anna Campbell Jones, Banjo Beale and Michael Angus visit three properties in the South region.
They start at Beech Trees, a new-build, eco house in Dumfries and Galloway, home to Zoe, Tony and their three black Labradors.
Designed for one-level living, the property’s sustainable design is evident throughout. As well as making many of the home furnishings themselves, including curtains and cushions, the couple also used beech trees from the land the house was built on to make shelving, window frames and a garden table.
Staying in Dumfries and Galloway, the judges head to Knocklimpen. A former milking barn, with a contemporary extension, this property is home to Helen Joyce and husband, David.
The barn had been empty for over 25 years and the couple wanted to retain the original character and integrity of the barn while linking it to a modern extension.
Finally, it’s off to an historic renovation on the outskirts of Peebles – Manor House. Thought to date back to the 16th century, Manor House is now home to Megan, husband Mike and children, Caleb and Emilia.
When the couple first came across the property it was completely dilapidated with holes in the roof and riddled with damp. Set in beautiful countryside, the home is full of salvaged items including an old science bench that has been re-purposed as a kitchen island.
With only one spot for the South in Scotland’s Home of the Year grand final on offer, Anna, Banjo and Michael must decide which of these properties will make the cut.
Episode 4 airs tomorrow night on BBC One Scotland at 8.30pm
Scotland’s Home of the Year is made by IWC Media (a Banijay UK company) for BBC Scotland.
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Beech Trees house in Thornhill, Dumfries & Galloway – homeowners Tony & Zoe (Image: IWC Media/BBC Scotland)
The wood-clad exterior of the Beech Trees home in Dumfries & Galloway (Image: IWC Media/BBC)
The light and airy kitchen at Beech Trees with a bold, emerald green feature wall (Image: IWC Media/BBC Scotland)
Close-up of the splashback/feature wall which reflects the greenery of the home’s surroundings (Image: IWC Media/BBC Scotland)
The main bedroom at Beech Trees with picture window surrounded by shelving (Image: IWC Media/BBC Scotland)
A great piece of salvaged storage at Beech Trees (Image: IWC Media/BBC Scotland)
Knocklimpen in Dumfriesshire is home to Helen and David (Image: IWC Media/BBC Scotland)
Knocklimpen is a former milking barn that is linked to a contemporary extension (Image: IWC Media/BBC Scotland)
The interior reflects the personality of the owners, with a mix of inherited, old and new items to create a homely feel (Image: IWC Media/BBC Scotland)
The stunning kitchen at Knocklimpen with wooden beams and silver, statement pendant lamps (Image: IWC Media/BBC Scotland)
Contemporary woodwork sits alongside vintage items for an eclectic mix (Image: IWC Media/BBC Scotland)
Manor House, an historic property on the outskirts of Peebles (Image:IWC Media/BBC Scotland/Graeme Hunter)
The Manor House dates back to the 16th century and is now home to Megan, husband Mike and children, Caleb and Emilia (Image: IWC Media/BBC Scotland/Graeme Hunter)
The re-purposed school science bench in the kitchen at the heart of the home (Image: IWC Media/BBC Scotland/Graeme Hunter)
The spacious family home has a warm and friendly aesthetic (Image: IWC Media/BBC Scotland/Graeme Hunter)
The children’s playroom with bird motif wallpaper (Image: IWC Media/BBC Scotland/Graeme Hunter)
A cosy living room for all the family (Image: IWC Media/BBC Scotland/Graeme Hunter)
A stunning bathroom at the Manor House with fireplace and free-standing bath (Image: IWC Media/BBC Scotland/Graeme Hunter)