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Aberdeen FC readies stadium planning application
by Matthew Campelli | 29 Jun 2016
Scottish Premiership football club Aberdeen FC has moved to secure planning permission to build its proposed new stadium and surrounding development. The club has submitted its Proposal of Application Notice – which also includes a new community and sports campus, as well as a football academy – to Aberdeen City Council, Kingswell Community Council, Westhill and Elrick Community Council and Cults, Bieldside and Milltimber Community Council. A 12-week consultation process
BrewDog crowdsourcing campaign set to fund beer-themed Scottish hotel
by Kim Megson | 26 Apr 2016
Draught beer on tap, mattresses made from malt, a jacuzzi filled with pale ale and a homebrew kit by the bed. That’s the vision for a new beer-themed hotel proposed by Scottish craft beer company BrewDog, who are set to use millions of pounds raised in a crowdsourcing campaign to turn their beer-soaked dream into reality. Located in Aberdeen, Scotland – close to the company’s brewery – the hotel will
10 years on, Trump's Aberdeen golf expansion is back on, with plans for leisure, residential and a second golf course
by Helen Andrews | 08 Apr 2015
Donald Trump is progressing with long-delayed proposals to expand his hotel and leisure development at Menie Estate, Aberdeenshire, UK, with new construction planned alongside the five-star Trump International Golf Links. Trump has submitted new planning applications, which cite Architecture and Design Scotland (A+DS) at the project's designers. The new plans include the construction of hundreds of houses and nearly 2,000 holiday homes and lodges, in a major step towards completing
Approval given for Muse’s £107m Marischal Square scheme in Aberdeen
by Chris Dodd | 10 Oct 2014
Long-debated plans to redevelop the site of Aberdeen City Council’s former headquarters have been approved, with developer Muse’s £107m scheme being given the green light after a council vote. The Marischal Square revamp features the construction of a combination of offices, shops, restaurants and a hotel, with approval being granted this week after local councillors voted 23-18 in favour. A funding agreement with Aviva Investors will see Aberdeen City Council
Aberdeen City Council seeks firm for £30m gallery renovations
by Tom Anstey | 24 Jul 2014
Aberdeen City Council is looking for construction firms to carry out a £30m (US$50.9m, €37.8m) revamp of the Scottish city’s art gallery. The local authority’s approved plans include the construction of a new rooftop gallery and the extension of the gallery’s iconic war memorial. “It's great to see the next step towards expanding the Art Gallery has been taken,” said council chair Dustin Macdonald in a statement. The council has
Aberdeen's new £22m Aquatics Centre opens to the public
by Tom Walker | 07 May 2014
The new £22m Aquatics Centre at the Aberdeen Sports Village (ASV) in Scotland has opened to the public. Facilities at the centre include an Olympic-standard 50m, 10-lane swimming pool and a separate, competition-standard 25m pool with diving facilities and seating for 500 spectators. The centre has become one of only ten facilities in the UK with full diving facilities and platforms up to 10 metres. The Aquatics Centre, designed by
Aberdeen city centre to undergo £107m redevelopment
by Tom Anstey | 04 Apr 2014
New look plans have been revealed for Aberdeen’s city centre on the site of the former City Council headquarters Muse Developments has been selected as Aberdeen City Council’s development partner for the £107m joint project, which will see the former St Nicholas House site and Broad Street in Aberdeen transformed to include 175,000 sq ft (16,258sq m) of sustainable offices, and mixed-use leisure facilities. Valued at £5.6m, the leisure amenities
Aberdeen Art Gallery reveals £30m redevelopment plans
by Jessica Tasman-Jones | 02 May 2013
Aberdeen Art Gallery has revealed £30m plans to redevelop its premises, landing Heritage Lottery Fund support to progress the project. Designed by Glasgow architects Gareth Hoskins, the redevelopment would restore and modernise its buildings, bring to life its internationally significant permanent collections, expand temporary displays and enhance the visitor experience. It would also raise the prominence of the gallery's War Memorial building - the current focus of the annual Act
£22m Aberdeen Sports Village on track for 2014 launch
by Tom Walker | 25 Feb 2013
Construction work on the £22m Aquatics Centre at the Aberdeen Sports Village has reached another landmark and the facility is on track to open in early 2014 - in time for the Commonwealth Games. Graham Construction, which is building the facility, has taken delivery of the centre's Olympic standard diving boards. The installation of the three, five, 7.5 and 10-metre boards is the last major structure to go in before
Aberdeen FC considering alternative stadium sites
by Tom Walker | 26 Sep 2012
Image: AFC is seeking a new site after the Calder Park plans were voted down by the council Aberdeen Football Club (AFC) has said it has received several expressions of interest in providing a site for a new stadium. The club was forced to restart its search for a new home after plans to build a 21,000-seater ground at Calder Park in the south of the city collapsed last month.
City Garden Project abandoned by Aberdeen City Council
by Pete Hayman | 29 Aug 2012
Image: The Granite Web concept was chosen for the CGP Members of Aberdeen City Council (ACC) have voted in favour of abandoning the planned City Garden Project (CGP) in favour of "alternative proposals" for the city's regeneration. The Granite Web concept - involving the raising of Union Terrace Gardens to street level - was rejected by 22 councillors, with 20 voting in favour and one abstaining. Earlier this year, it
Trump International Golf Links opens on Aberdeenshire coast
by Pete Hayman | 25 Jul 2012
Trump International Golf Links - the first phase of US tycoon Donald Trump's proposed £750m investment at the Menie Estate, Aberdeenshire - has opened to the public. More than £100m has already been invested in creating the new championship golf course, together with associated facilities such as a 10,000sq m (107,639sq ft) short game area. A 22-acre (9-hectare) driving range, a 3,000sq m (32,291sq ft) putting green also feature as
Voters back Aberdeen's City Garden Project
by Pete Hayman | 05 Mar 2012
Aberdeen's Union Terrace Gardens are set to be transformed after the City Garden Project was backed by the majority of voters in a referendum organised by the local authority. More than 45,000 residents voted in favour of the project, which secured a majority of more than 4,000 over those who opted to retain the Union Terrace Gardens in their current guise. The decision means Aberdeen City Council can now move
Work starts on Aberdeen park restoration
by Pete Hayman | 29 Feb 2012
Aberdeen City Council (ACC) has announced that work has commenced on a multi-million pound restoration of Duthie Park, which is scheduled for completion by the end of the year. The local authority approved the scheme in November 2010 and has contributed £2.67m to help fund the work, with the Heritage Lottery Fund providing a further £2.56m. Hunter Construction has been appointed to deliver the restoration, while consultants URS is to
Two designs chosen for Aberdeen scheme
by Pete Hayman | 02 Dec 2011
Two designs for Aberdeen's City Garden Project will face further scrutiny by the jury of an international contest organised by Malcolm Reading Consultants before a winner is chosen. Six entries for the development were shortlisted earlier this year by the jury, which is chaired by the former principal of the University of Aberdeen, Sir Duncan Rice. The designs that have been chosen to go forward to be "explored further" are
Barr to deliver new Aberdeen FC stadium
by Pete Hayman | 18 Aug 2011
Barr Construction has been selected as the preferred contractor for the delivery of Aberdeen Football Club's (AFC) new 21,000-capacity stadium on land near Loirston Loch. Earlier this year, the development was given the green light by the Scottish Government after Aberdeen City Council approved The Miller Partnership-designed proposals. Due for completion ahead of the 2013-14 season, it is anticipated that Barr Construction will start work on the 39.5-acre (16-hectare) development
Graham to build £18.2m Aberdeen venue
by Pete Hayman | 06 Jul 2011
Plans for a new £18.2m aquatics centre as part of the Aberdeen Sports Village development have taken a step forward after Graham Construction was appointed to build the complex. Designed by FaulknerBrowns Architects, the Aberdeen Aquatics Centre will comprise a ten-lane, 50m swimming pool with a dividing boom and a part-floating floor. A 25m x 16.5m diving pool, fitted with water cushioning systems and an adjustable floor, is also planned,
Design contest for Aberdeen square project
by Pete Hayman | 19 Apr 2011
A new two-stage international design competition has started for the City Garden Project in Aberdeen, which aims to transform an area of the city centre into a new open space. Malcolm Reading Consulting is managing the contest on behalf of Aberdeen City Gardens Trust Enterprises, with the first stage inviting design teams to submit proposals. It is hoped that a shortlist of up to seven proposals for the £140m scheme
Aberdeen FC stadium scheme approved
by Pete Hayman | 24 Feb 2011
Aberdeen Football Club (AFC) has been given the green light to proceed with proposals for a new 21,000-seat stadium on land near Loirston Loch. Aberdeen City Council's full council voted 23-17 in favour of approving the scheme, which will now go before the Scottish Government for consideration. The 39.5-acre (16-hectare) development - due for completion ahead of the 2013-14 season - will also feature car parking, landscaping and access arrangements.
£100,000 boost for Aberdeen aquatic centre
by Pete Hayman | 19 Jan 2011
Transport operator First Group is to provide £100,000 towards the cost of Aberdeen's new aquatic centre. A 50m swimming pool will be at the centre of the FaulknerBrowns Architects-designed development, which will form the second phase of Aberdeen Sports Village. Aberdeen City Council approved the development in October, which will see the former Linksfield Academy demolished to make way for the new aquatic centre. Facilities will also include a 25m
Renovation for historic Aberdeen theatre
by Pete Hayman | 08 Nov 2010
A historic theatre in Aberdeen is to benefit from repairs and the reinstatement of architectural features to its exterior after being awarded funding for the work. The Tivoli Theatre Management Company (TTMC) will receive more than £500,000 as part of the Green Townscape Heritage Initiative (THI) in order to undertake the improvements. First opened in 1872, the Grade A-listed venue's roof, masonry, windows and rainwater goods are to be repaired,
Aberdeen stadium plans submitted
by Martin Nash | 13 Aug 2010
Aberdeen Football Club (AFC) has lodged a planning application with Aberdeen City Council to build a new £40m stadium at Loirston. The site at Loirston Loch near Nigg was named as the preferred site for the Dons' new 21,000-seat stadium after AFC decided its current base at Pittodrie was 'outdated'. A site at Kings Links, opposite Pittodrie, was said to be too small and expensive. The new development - designed
Hotel plans for Aberdeen
by Luke Tuchscherer | 17 May 2010
Plans to transform a cinema and nightclub complex in Aberdeen into a hotel have been submitted. The proposals, drawn up by Glasgow-based Keppie Design, feature a new nine-storey hotel at the former site of the Chicago Rock and Jumpin’ Jaks properties. The Union Street building was also the former home of the Capitol Cinema. Keppie architect Jane Brewster said the plans could “bring life” back to the area.
Historic Aberdeen pool site up for sale
by Pete Hayman | 18 Mar 2010
An Aberdeen swimming pool complex, which was first opened in 1937 but was forced to shut in 2008, has been put on the market by the local authority. Property consultancy Ryden has been tasked with securing the sale of the B-listed Bon Accord Baths by Aberdeen City Council (ACC), which was designed by Alexander McRobbie of the City Architects Department. The two-storey centre on Justice Mill Lane includes reception areas,
Council names Aberdeen gallery architects
by Pete Hayman | 16 Nov 2009
Aberdeen City Council (ACC) has appointed Glasgow-based Gareth Hoskins Architects (GHA) to draw up plans for a major revamp of Aberdeen Art Gallery ahead of the venue's 125th anniversary in 2010. GHA will now create a design study for the scheme, which will be financed by the Marguerite McBey Trust - set up in 2001 to distribute a bequest left to help fund a range of projects promoting contemporary art.
Aberdeen pool scheme moves forward
by Pete Hayman | 05 Aug 2009
International construction consultancy, Davis Langdon, and FaulknerBrowns Architects have been appointed by Aberdeen City Council (ACC) to progress plans for the city's proposed 50m swimming pool. Davis Langdon has been selected as project manager, while FaulknerBrowns will head up the design team for the new facility, which is set to provide a regional competition standard facility to help attract visitors to the city. Neil Fletcher, chair of ACC's 50m Pool
New Aberdeen stadium location approved
by Pete Hayman | 26 May 2009
A new community stadium, which will be home to Aberdeen Football Club (AFC), is to be situated at Loirston Loch after the local authority backed the site as its preferred location for the venue. Plans are now set to be developed for the new facility, following Aberdeen City Council's (ACC) decision to approve the findings of a feasibility study that identified Loirston Loch as the most deliverable option for the
Expansions approved for Aberdeen hotels
by Helen Patenall | 19 May 2009
Aberdeen City Council has approved planning permissions for two hotel expansions. The five-star Marcliffe Hotel will be extended to include a further 228 bedrooms, a reception, a function area and a lounge, leisure and spa facilities and a new underground car park. The three-and-a-half storey, city centre Bells Hotel will also be extended to comprise ten stories featuring 217 bedrooms, a restaurant and a bar, as well as a basement
Council backing for Aberdeen stadium
by Pete Hayman | 30 Apr 2009
A feasibility study that has identified Loirston Loch, Aberdeen, as the preferred site for a new community stadium has been backed by the local authority, although a final decision on the scheme is not expected until next month. Aberdeen City Council's (ACC) Policy and Strategy Committee voted in favour of the report's conclusion that the Loirston Loch presents the most deliverable option for the stadium, which will be the new
£115m Aberdeenshire golf course approved days after Trump’s
by Luke Tuchscherer | 06 Nov 2008
A £115m golf course on the outskirts of Aberdeen has been given the go-ahead by the Scottish Government, less than 48-hours after Donald Trump’s £1bn Balmedie golf resort was also approved. The course, designed by former Open champion Paul Lawrie and being developed by the Muir Group, will also boast a hotel and housing. The proposal was previously okayed by Aberdeenshire Council and the government has decided not to call
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