Owners of tenements that share their building with flats owned by local authorities, or housing associations, sometimes face particular problems of always being in the minority. In these "mixed-tenure buildings,"…
Shortly after midnight on Saturday 12th July 2025, a traditional sandstone tenement building in Glasgow collapsed. Nobody was living in the building, on the corner of Kenmure Street and Albert…
When we imagine Scotland’s tenements, we typically think of the rows upon rows of red or cream Victorian sandstone buildings which dominate Glasgow and Edinburgh. However, the majority of Scotland’s…
On Wednesday 18th June, Under One Roof and Changeworks’ EcoCosi service held a joint webinar on how to install solar panels on blocks of flats, including tenements. Installing solar panels…
Under One Roof CEO Mike Heffron joined Josiah Lockhart, Chief Executive of Changeworks, and Chris Carus, co-founder of Loco Homes Retrofit CIC, to demystify retrofit on the Scottish Housing News Podcast.
In Scotland, 40% of tenement stock is located in either Glasgow or Edinburgh, meaning a majority of tenement building in Scotland are located outside of the two areas it is…
Retrofitting common areas of your tenement building to meet new energy efficiency standards can be beneficial for the planet- and for your wallet. A case study included in new guidance…
Following the decision to pause the Heat in Buildings Bill in March 2025, Acting Minister for Climate Action Alasdair Allan has confirmed that the
As the climate emergency worsens and demand for energy efficient housing increases, property factors will play an increasingly important role in retrofitting tenements to meet modern energy efficiency standards. To…
If you're planning on going away for the holiday season and your property is going to be empty, follow these top tips to ensure your tenement flat and building remains…
We were pleased to feature a guest article from the Scottish Empty Homes Partnership (SEHP), a charity which provides free support and advice to property owners and communities affected by vacant properties.
The first short talk of the day was delivered by architect Ingvar Maxwell, who explored the history of stone in Scottish buildings from the prehistoric age until the 20th century. He explained how…
Mortgage lenders now require that those buying flats with cladding to provide…
Your tenement may have a basement, sometimes used for living accommodation or…
Insulation, draught-proofing and improved glazing can save money, improve comfort and reduce…
Recent research suggests that traditional solid stone or brick walls provide better…
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