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03/08/2026

Timber Frame Build Puts Kilwinning’s Archerview In Frame For National Award

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A housing development in Kilwinning has earned national recognition as a showcase for how offsite timber frame can accelerate delivery while improving energy performance.

Archerview, Keepmoat's 85-home neighbourhood in Kilwinning, is on the shortlist for Residential Project of the Year at the Offsite Awards 2026.

Deeside Timberframe supplied and erected the timber frame package in partnership with Keepmoat, helping to deliver contemporary three and four-bedroom homes in a well-connected Ayrshire setting.

The Residential Project of the Year category highlights housing schemes that excel in collaboration, energy efficiency, speed and quality of construction, long-term value, and benefits for residents.

Situated less than a mile from Kilwinning town centre and roughly five miles from the Ayrshire coast, Archerview offers modern family living close to shops, schools, health services and transport links. Homes feature energy-saving measures, including roof-mounted solar panels, to help reduce demand for residents.

The shortlisting acknowledges Archerview as a strong example of how collaboration between housebuilders and offsite manufacturers can deliver high-quality, energy-efficient homes with greater certainty over programme.

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David Crawford, Managing Director of Deeside Timberframe, said: "Archerview is a strong example of the benefits timber frame can bring to modern residential delivery. By manufacturing the structural frame offsite, we were able to support Keepmoat with a faster, more predictable build programme while maintaining the quality and consistency required across an 85-home development.

"For residents, the benefits are seen in homes that are designed to be comfortable, efficient and ready for modern living. For the wider industry, projects like Archerview show how offsite timber frame can help address the need for faster housing delivery without compromising on quality, sustainability or long-term performance."

Sarah Fenton, Commercial Director at Keepmoat Homes, added: "It's fantastic to hear that Archerview has been recognised at the Offsite Awards 2026. At Keepmoat, we're committed to delivering energy efficient, sustainable homes that can stand the test of time and continue to meet the needs of local people for years to come.

"Our collaboration with Deeside Timberframe is a testament to that commitment and an important part of our sustainability strategy. The team's offsite timber frame expertise has supported efficient delivery on site and contributed to the quality, performance and long-term value of the homes being delivered at the site in Kilwinning."

She added: "We are pleased to see Archerview recognised at the Offsite Awards 2026. The development reflects our commitment to delivering high-quality, energy-efficient homes that meet the needs of local residents and support thriving communities.

"Collaboration with partners such as Deeside Timberframe is an important part of that process. Their offsite timber frame expertise has supported efficient delivery on site while contributing to the quality, performance and long-term value of the homes being delivered at Archerview."

The Offsite Awards celebrate excellence in offsite construction across the UK, recognising projects and organisations that are boosting productivity, quality and sustainability in the built environment.

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