The front elevation, instead, has more traditional style windows looking out on to the front landscaped gardens and private parking.

And with view out a key consideration, the look of the development itself was similarly crucial.

It was this consideration that led DTA Architects to specify Ibstock’s Original Ivanhoe Cream as the brick of choice for the Fairways development.

Ibstock’s Original Ivanhoe Cream bricks are a timeless choice for builders and designers seeking a warm, refined aesthetic. These durable clay bricks offer a distinctive pale buff hue with subtle tonal variation—delivering visual warmth and character to both traditional and modern schemes.

That blend of tradition but with an eye catching finish was made them such an ideal choice for the Fairways project; in which aesthetic appeal, and complementing Strathaven’s wider built environment was key.

The soft cream colour of the Original Ivanhoe Cream brick pairs well with a variety of architectural materials, from natural stone and timber to sleek glazing and dark metals. Whether used to create contrast or complement surrounding textures, these bricks provide a clean and inviting finish that enhances kerb appeal.

The bricks paired particularly well with the glazed aspects of the Fairways development, allowing for a subtle yet distinctive contrast in style and material.