Aberdeen chimney project wins construction award
It used to be part of Davidson's Paper Mill in Bucksburn
The restoration of a historic chimney in Aberdeen crowned construction project of the year.
Davidson’s Paper Mill in Bucksburn was once the world’s largest maker of paper bags - and the chimney is now at the heart of Barratt's new Riverside Quarter housing development.
It's been recognised at the Trade Awards which celebrate outstanding individuals and businesses from across the North of Scotland construction industry.
The chimney now takes centre stage at Riverside Square, a £650,000 public space next to the River Don.
David Palmer, Managing Director at Barratt North Scotland, said: “We feel very privileged to win this award. The Davidson’s Paper Mill chimney is a recognisable landmark in Aberdeen, and we felt a huge responsibility to bring it back to life and celebrate the site’s heritage.
“Our construction, design and architecture teams worked closely together to create a public square that connects Riverside Quarter with the river while also providing a unique and striking space that retains, restores and carefully integrates the existing red brick chimney.
“The Trade Awards celebrate the pinnacle of the building industry in the north of Scotland and I’m delighted we have been able to acknowledge the outstanding craftsmanship and brilliant tradespeople that have worked so hard to bring this landmark back to its former glory.”
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