Jennifer Mitchell What should have been a joyful time celebrating 150 years of a great charity, Aberdeen Association of Social Service (VSA), has had some of the gloss taken off it by the coronavirus crisis.Use any word you like from meltdown to lockdown or shutdown, it has been hard not to feel swamped by this…

Meet the maker: Mhairi Allan of Paper Houses Design Mhairi’s digital textile designs bring a fresh, practical, mid-century appeal to homewares and accessories… I think my love of pattern started when I was six or seven, reading about Elmer the Elephant and loving the differently patterned elephants having a party at the end. I come…

Skene House Hotels suites and apartments offer a selection of spacious and flexible overnight accommodation for wedding guest groups of all shapes and sizes.   Superking, double, twin and single bedroom options means that individuals and couples can enjoy the spaciousness of a one bedroom suite or apartment, while families and groups of friends can share…

Homes designed for the retirement you always dreamed of Home is where the heart is, but many people approaching retirement face a difficult conundrum. Your family home may have become too big and difficult to manage. You may want to be nearer friends or family, but have no intention of living with them or surrendering…

As a talented wildlife, nature and landscape photographer, Iain Glennie found that prints of his stunning imagery were in demand, but that framing options failed to do the images justice. That’s why he trained in bespoke framing and fine art and giclée printing, bringing his artist’s eye and immaculate craftsmanship to creating the perfect frame…