Evening Chronicle Article - Nest Among The Red Kites

The following article appeared in the Newcastle Evening Chronicle in October 2008.

Nest Among the Redkites

Regional property developer Redkite Construction is putting the finishing touches to a property with a unique view.  

The aptly named Red Kite House, Dipton, is attracting attention from environmentalists as it has unobstructed views of the Northern Kites conservation area from a specially designed upper floor viewing area.

Developed in the heart of red kite territory, the previously threatened birds fly within 50 feet of the one off executive property situated in the Derwent Valley.  Project Manager for the Northern Kites, Keith Bowey said: "The future occupiers of Red Kite House should be able to look out over a stunningly beautiful landscape, which encompasses at least 13 red kite territories in 2008. No doubt there will be many more in years to come."

Red kite lover Steve Hair, owner of Red Kite Construction had the house, which covers over 3000 square feet, designed to take advantage of the magnificent views.  Steve said: "The viewing area off the master bedroom is the main feature of the house. I chose to develop this plot as soon as I saw the view and after doing some research I realised I could combine my passion of the red kites with property development.  "The red kite is a magnificent species which was almost wiped out. The work of the Northern Kites Society to bring the bird back to the region has been outstanding and this is a one off property for appreciating that."

The Northern Kites Society recently unveiled their breeding figures for 2008 which showed this years output of young red kites has doubled on last years with a record 22 youngsters being reared in the region.  Keith said: "We are delighted to see a local business using red kites in a promotional sense. It confirms the status of the kite as an environmental icon not just for the Derwent Valley but for the whole region. It is particularly good to see a company trading under a 'red kite banner' especially if this helps to raise public awareness of the kites and just how important the green environment is for the North East."

RedKite Construction is an experienced developer and recently moved into the commercial sector following the recent slump in the property market.  The company recently completed the sports pavilion for Red House Farm, Gosforth which has won them a ¾ million pound contract on another local sports pavilion.  Their high standards has also gained them second contract refurbishing a unit at the Team Valley for a BMW and Porsche dealership.

This is the 7th property of this type Redkite Construction has developed. It is 4/5 bedroom home with master ensuite bathroom, landscaped gardens and fully fitted kitchen.