Proposals for a new 182-home development have been put forward in Glasgow's city centre.
If approved, the development at 64-72 Waterloo Street, will provide one, two and three bedroom build-to-rent apartments and duplexes within walking distance from Glasgow Central Station.
The site was once home to Wright and Greig Ltd distillers. Distillers’ House, also known as Coltas House, was designed by architect James Chalmers in 1898.
Its southern and eastern façades fronting on to Waterloo Street are decorated and adorned with sculptures.
The proposals, which have been developed by Ryder Architecture on behalf of Brickland Ltd, will restore and repurpose key parts of the B-listed Distillers’ House which has been unoccupied and in a state of deterioration for some time.
The building was badly damaged in a fire in the 1940s, which resulted in the original dome and roof features being removed. As part of the redevelopment, these features will be reinstated – alongside several stonework repairs.
A new build element will occupy the existing footprint of 70-72 Waterloo Street as well as the rear of the site. A complementary elevation will front onto Waterloo Street before rising to the site’s rear.
Darren Leary, chief operating officer of Brickland, said: "Brickland is delighted to be involved in this fantastic project which will provide high quality residential accommodation in the city centre.
"The Build-to-Rent sector is burgeoning in Glasgow and we expect this development to make a significant contribution toward increasing vitality and vibrancy in the area, in line with Glasgow City Council’s aim of increasing sustainable city centre living.
"The heritage assets on the site, including the B listed Distillers’ Building which will be sympathetically incorporated into the new development, will create a fantastic offer for residents and have made this a fascinating project to work on.”
