Imax Cinema Glasgow: Photos

Imax Cinema - Science Centre, Glasgow by Building Design Partnership - BDP Architects, Scotland


Glasgow Imax




Address: Glasgow Imax Cinema, 50 Pacific Quay, Glasgow
Contact: 0141 420 5000

View from south with Glasgow Tower beyond:
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glasgow imax: image by adrian welch

The IMAX shows 2D and 3D films and has a digital 12,000 watt sound system. It is located just south of the Science Centre in a shallow pool of water. In the background of the photo above is Glasgow Tower, 105m high, designed by Richard Horden Associates. Glasgow Tower is the only building in the world capable of turning 360 degrees from the ground up. The aerodynamic structure allows the entire building to turn and face the wind, thus reducing wind resistance.There is a two and a half minute ride to the top but it has been plagued with problems so call before you visit.

Like the Science Mall the Glasgow Imax is made of titanium. The Sciemnce Centre has good views of the Clyde over three floors. There is a planetarium, cafes and shop, interactive workshops and live science shows.

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glasgow imax: detail images by adrian welch

View from south with SECC beyond:
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glasgow imax: images by adrian welch




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Other Glasgow buildings by Building Design Partnership include adjacent Glasgow Science Centre and across the Clyde, SEEL

Richard Horden Architects were awarded first prize for their ‘Wing Tower’ at GSC but
controversially the project was essentially taken over by BDP Architects

Glasgow Imax - Website: www.glasgowsciencecentre.org