Poging GOUD - Vrij

A Design For Life

The Scots Magazine

|

January 2018

In the quest for their dream home, architects Rosemary and Ben have designed a modern, eco-friendly home in the Angus Glens

- Wendy Glass

A Design For Life

THERE can be few homes with as spectacular a setting as Humpty House – and even fewer offices!

Situated in a quarry in a forest clearing with views overlooking the beautiful Loch of Lintrathen, the largely open-plan house that Ben and Rosemary Scrimgeour built in the heart of the Angus Glens was designed to last them a lifetime.

“At the moment, Humpty House has the capacity for Rosemary, me and our two young sons, our architectural practice and all the ‘stuff’ family life involves,” says Ben.

“However, we designed our house so that when Rosemary and I are 86, it will still work perfectly for us.”

MEER VERHALEN VAN The Scots Magazine

The Scots Magazine

The Scots Magazine

Walk The Peninsula

Twenty years since opening, the Kintyre Way remains lightly trodden

time to read

1 mins

March 2026

The Scots Magazine

The Scots Magazine

Stones Of Survival

An imposing monument in Easter Ross reveals a story of hunger, power and Highland endurance

time to read

5 mins

March 2026

The Scots Magazine

The Scots Magazine

FROM THE VAULT

Unique tales from our archives. This month, we remember our legendary columnist Tom Weir

time to read

3 mins

March 2026

The Scots Magazine

The Scots Magazine

The Scenic Route

Rachel McConachie takes a peaceful journey through the changing landscapes, weather and history of Lismore, in Loch Linnhe

time to read

4 mins

March 2026

The Scots Magazine

The Scots Magazine

A Seat By The Shore

Over a flavourful meal at Loch Fyne Oyster Bar, Rachel McConachie discovers luxury in simplicity.

time to read

1 mins

March 2026

The Scots Magazine

The Scots Magazine

Edinburgh, Unlocked

Want to visit the capital without it costing the earth? Try these recommendations for places to visit that won't break the bank

time to read

5 mins

March 2026

The Scots Magazine

The Scots Magazine

A to Z of GREAT SCOTS

From working-class beginnings to creative revolution, stylist Ray Petri rewrote the future of fashion

time to read

2 mins

March 2026

The Scots Magazine

The Scots Magazine

Time Held Still

A rare chance to walk among preserved cottages, barns and byres where Highland families lived together until the 1960s

time to read

2 mins

March 2026

The Scots Magazine

The Scots Magazine

Traitors Territory

Visit the dramatic landscapes and the real historical betrayals that inspired the BBC hit series

time to read

5 mins

March 2026

The Scots Magazine

The Scots Magazine

Flora's Voice

A new musical brings Scotland's most famous heroine back into the spotlight for a new generation

time to read

3 mins

March 2026

Translate

Share

-
+

Change font size