A guide to living in Scotland

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

Living in Lochrin Quay is generally very pleasant. The area has a great range of local shops and cafes, especially around Fountainbridge and the Union Canal. There are several supermarkets nearby and plenty of open spaces like Bruntsfield Links and The Meadows within walking distance, which is very handy. Transport links are also very good, there are frequent buses to the city centre and nearby train and tram connections, although traffic can get quite busy during rush hours. The street itself is usually quiet and well-maintained, with regular bin collections and secure parking, though visitor spaces can be limited. There’s very little anti-social behaviour, and the canalside location gives it a nice relaxed, friendly atmosphere.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

I had a few issues such as water leaks, but the building management responded quickly and had everything fixed promptly and professionally.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

I wish I’d known that parking spaces for visitors can be quite limited, especially during weekends.

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

Great location - nearby transportation (bus, tram & train). Easy walking distance to just about everything.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

Thanks to Darren Berry, maintenance staffer. From the time we moved into our apartment, our oven didn't work properly - it kept shutting off automatically. We contacted Darren and his persistence in having the problem fixed (with the help of a registered electrician) gave us the oven we needed to enjoy something other than microwaved food. Thanks, Darren, for your determination in getting this issue sorted. And, thank you, The McEwan, for giving Darren the resources he needed.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

In a world of automation and technological distancing, talking with staff in person instead of working through an app can be more productive in getting issues addressed.

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

Close to west end and city centre with loads of bars and restaurants. Close to public transport. Relatively quiet.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

Joshua was amazing in dealing with some early issues I had with the flat. He changed the shower head, repressurised the hot water system and got my hob replaced all super promptly.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

I would have wanted the option to move a few furniture items out of the flat and take some of my own items with me.

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

There is a tesco, morrisons, sainsburys and M&S all in walking distance from the building. Being in Merchant City there is a whole range of restaurants, bars and coffee shops nearby. I see the candleriggs staff picking up little surrounding the building to keep the area looking nice.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

They responded very quickly with solutions that worked for me

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

The viewing was very informative. The only thing which is not quite advertised is that only one of the sliding wardrobe doors is mirrored. the non mirrored door was tucked behind the mirrored door at the viewing and I wrongly assumed that they would both be mirrored. I would prefer if they were both mirrored.

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

Canddlerigges is in the best spot in Glasgow City Centre. Everything is in hand reach, from tesco, seinsbury, parkings, shops such as M&S, and many restaurants and coffee shops. The only down side, since it is in the city centre, of course at night the streets become hectic , but the security in the building is high and well maintained.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

Once I have an issue with my bathroom, and the team management dealt with it efficiently.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

Saskia shared everything about how living in Candleriggs will be. One bad thing is the ben room, is it always full due to high numbers for residents.