Glasgow
Harbour : Recent Images of Phase Two
Glasgow Harbour Phase Two: photo from gm+ad architects
Jun 07
Glasgow Harbour Phase Two: image from gm+ad architects
Oct 06
GH2 for Dandara: image from gm+ad architects Apr 05
Naturally any bold urban project in the UK will be controversial, the
Evening Times have already waded in with critique from Neil Baxter, and
a spoof image has been sent to us and the architects comparing the Glasgow
Harbour Phase 2 to the Red Road flats (see Glasgow
Housing).
GH2 for Dandara: model image from gm+ad architects Apr
05
GH2 Link: http://www.eveningtimes.co.uk/lo/features/7017502.html
The debate about high density buildings in Scotland appears to echo one
that took place in London a decade ago, namely does high density have
to mean towers and when towers are employed, how high can they go?
GH2 for Dandara: materials image from gm+ad architects
In Edinburgh this debate has picked up since Forth Ports announced Scotland's
tallest tower in Leith Docks and has crystallised further with last week's
Urban Density Talk at the City Chambers. In Glasgow the discussion has
rumbled on for years but with the permission given to what will be Glasgow's
tallest tower - Elphinstone
Place - and the proposed demolition of the Red Road flats the issue
is again a hot topic.
GH2 for Dandara: elevation from gm+ad architects
Glasgow Harbour Phase II
gm+ad :pr 22.03.05
Phase Two for Dandara Limited from gm+ad architects
Gordon Murray and Alan Dunlop architects are delighted to announce that
their £70m project for Kippax Ltd/ Dandara Ltd at Glasgow Harbour Phase
II has been granted planning approval.
The proposals for 770 apartments on the north edge of the Clyde is a continuation
of the £1bn Glasgow Harbour Development and is situated in the area that
once contained the Meadowside Granaries.
Phase Two for Dandara Limited from gm+ad architects
Five residential towers from 14 to 22 storeys are arranged to allow all
residents views to the river and take advantage of spectacular views from
the site. 'We have incorporated new squares, gardens and terraces and
other substantial public realm improvements' said Gordon Murray. 'The
public spaces are further expanded by continuing a river walkway and the
linear park. Without doubt, considerable effort has gone into these design
proposals to ensure that we create a place of real significance and a
community environment; where people will enjoy living and working'
Glasgow Harbour, for Dandara Limited from gm+ad architects
In addition to creating a new frontage the river, the development responds
on the north to Partickhill and the 'grain' of this part of the city.
Here their designs extend the tenement courtyard form of the west end,
framing long vistas across the river towards the Ayrshire hills. 'It is
important that this connectivity is not lost' says Alan Dunlop. 'therefore
a series of more traditional blocks form a northern street edge, whilst
permitting additional views and permeability.'
Glasgow Harbour, for Dandara Limited from gm+ad architects
The apartments on the north edge recognise the existing context established
by phase one, with a general height of seven storeys. This responds to
the nature and scale of the area whilst recognising the scale of the adjacent
elements in Partickhill.
Glasgow Harbour, for Dandara Limited from gm+ad architects
'We will be using high quality materials' adds Gordon Murray.....'of copper,
black granite and ceramic tiling and there will be 15 different types
of apartments, incorporating external decks and new social spaces. All
in all, it will be an exceptional place to live'.
For more info re Glasgow Harbour project for Kippax / Dandara contact:
Alan Dunlop: Gordon Murray and Alan Dunlop Architects
Drummond House, 1 Hill St, Glasgow
Contact: 0141 331 2926 aland@m-d-a.demon.co.uk
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Glasgow Harbour Phase Two: image provided by Gordon
Murray and Alan Dunlop Architects
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