Firms build on success at glitzy city awards bash
THE cream of the crop in Scotland’s housing industry gathered at a glittering awards show to celebrate their achievements.
Around 400 people came to the Scottish Home Improvement Awards last night at the Marriott hotel in Glasgow.
Talented graduates from musical theatre school GAMTA entertained the nominees and their guests, before Warren Paul, founder of the gongs, took to the stage.
He welcomed guests and congratulated them on their achievements in getting to the final, saying: “2017 has seen the most hotly contested competition yet and the number of public votes we have received is true testament to the recognition you deserve as purveyors of exemplary work.
More than 20,000 votes were cast for more than 1000 Scottish businesses before a panel of industry experts decided the winners.
MacDonald Builders were named the country’s best building firm, while Miller homes scooped the gong for the best house builder.
The top kitchen, bathroom and bedroom awards were handed to Silver Birch Interiors, DM Design and BAGNODESIGN respectively.
This year saw a first for the Scottish Home Improvement Awards in the presentation of an Outstanding Contribution to the Industry.
After receiving independent, organic nominations from within the home Damien Walters, CEO of The British Institute of Kitchen, Bedroom & Bathroom Installation, received the first ever outstanding contribution award for his tireless work developing the organization, his work in the field of education and his regular charitable efforts.
He said: “We are delighted to be supporting the Scottish Home Improvement Awards for the third consecutive year. Recognising quality and excellence in the home improvement industry is important and we’re pleased to be involved, especially with it being north of the border.”
All the gongs were presented by the evening’s host TV personality and interior design guru John Amabile joined by representatives from sponsors and supporters.
Guests took part in a sports-themed quiz and entered a bidding war for lots such as a two-night stay in Mount Stuart, four ball at Royal Troon Golf Club and a framed signed Paul Lawrie golf shirt.
Attendees gave generously in donations but also in commitments of time and support to new charity building projects.