The development was a winner at the Scotland Energy Efficiency Awards 2025 in the ‘New Build or Renovation Project’ category.

Held at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Glasgow on the 20th of June, OVHA won top prize alongside the project’s architects ECD Architects for its redevelopment of the former Bowhill Miners Institute building in Cardenden, taking the building from a near-ruin to now providing 10 energy efficient homes for social rent.

Nick Clark, chief executive of OVHA, said: “Further recognition of this project showcases the tremendous and prolonged effort made by OVHA and our partners including Campion Homes, ECD Architects, Kingdom Housing Association and the Scottish Government to save this historic property and restore it once again to the heart of our community. 
We extend our sincerest thanks to all involved in delivering this challenging project.”