Countesswells is a major mixed-use development on the western edge of Aberdeen, planned to deliver around 3,000 new homes alongside employment space, education, retail, community facilities and extensive public open space.
We were responsible for developing the utility strategy and coordinating infrastructure planning across the wider development. This included assessing the potential network asset value and providing water network designs in line with the requirements of Petrie Buchanan’s WIRS design accreditation. The team also delivered detailed designs for the initial phases, working closely with appointed utility contractors and the wider design team to coordinate infrastructure across the development.
A key element of the project was the introduction of a 1Gbps open-access fibre telecommunications network, helping establish high-speed digital connectivity as part of the development infrastructure from the outset. We also undertook network diversions and network studies to support the phased delivery of the masterplan. Countesswells received the 2018 RICS Scotland Award for Residential Development.
Key Features
- Utility strategy and infrastructure planning for a 3,000-home masterplan.
- Detailed utility design for initial development phases.
- 1Gbps open-access fibre telecommunications network.
- 10 hectares of employment/business space.
Client: Countesswells Developments Ltd / Stewart Milne Group
Cost: £500M
Dates: 2012 – Ongoing