Step inside this eco new-build

A wide arch leads from the living room into the kitchen-diner, giving the house an open feel. The sofas were updated by dyeing the loose covers slate grey, while antique furniture inherited from relatives combined with colourful paintings by local artists add a distinctive touch. A checkerboard rug from Plantation Rug Company brings a warm feel to the engineered oak flooring from The Solid Wood Flooring Company.

The sleek modern kitchen by Bulthaup makes a distinctive contrast with the traditional kitchen table, made locally from Scottish Elm by Fairlie Furniture Works.

An old writing desk at the other end of the kitchen, another inherited piece of furniture, complements the hand-made dining table. The painting above it by Charles Jamieson adds a joyous splash of colour.

The grand hallway features sleek Portuguese Midnight slate flooring and dramatic Nickel Quartz wall tiles, both from Strathearn Stone & Timber. The dark tiles provide a stunning backdrop for the impressive timber and glass staircase.

The wrought-iron bed and lamp bases in the main bedroom were hand-made by Belltrees Forge.

The contemporary en suite is softened with natural materials. The wood countertop was made by Fairlie Furniture Works. Limestone tiles from B&Q create a warm backdrop to a square countertop basin from Bathstore.

The upstairs landing has solid birch flooring from The Solid Wood Flooring Company, providing a contrast with the darker wood of the antique furniture.