Compass Building & Construction Services reached the milestone with its latest development in Evanton for Highland Council.

The firm now plans to have another 80 affordable homes underway in the coming months, with projects in Invergordon (£12.5m), Broadford (£5.5m), and Lochcarron (£5.5m).

Established in 2009, Compass delivered its first affordable home in Stornoway in 2010/11 and has since built houses in 32 communities across the Highlands and Islands. The work helps to retain local populations, attract new residents, and supports jobs and services in the region.

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Managing Director Thom Macleod described the 1,000-home milestone as a remarkable achievement, representing more than just bricks and mortar. Over the same period, Compass and its sister company Orbis have provided almost 100 apprentice placements.

"It is our preference to organically develop our own talent, in our own mould, so that we have control of this throughput for future generations rather than simply relying on the efforts of others," said Mr Macleod.

He noted that this approach has paid off, with the company routinely recognised for excellence in training, including being crowned Scotland's SME construction apprentice employer of the year.

The company's work with communities also has a lasting impact through employment, apprenticeships, and support for local initiatives and charities.