Public realm scheme aiming to transform perceptions of River Clyde
Hawkins\Brown’s masterplan for a 20-acre section of Glasgow’s waterfront has been given the green light after four years in the planning process.
The practice has worked Civic and Public Practice on Glasgow council’s Meet Our Waterfront scheme, which aims to create a new sustainable destination in the city centre.
The site is located on the River Clyde and contains Custom Quay House on the north side of the river and Carlton place on the south side.
The project aims to reposition the prominent waterfront as a visitor destination and “transform the public’s perception of the river as a barrier to an open amenity space, connecting its surrounding communities north and south”, according to Hawkins\Brown.
The scheme is anchored by the practical need to address the structural integrity of the quay walls and creates an opportunity to address the quality and experience of the river edge.
Riverside walkways will connect a series of new public spaces and viewpoints, with outdoor activities and play features aiming to bring vibrancy to the area.
Hawkins\Brown partner Peter McLaughlin said: “It has been a privilege to work with Glasgow City Council on this significant project that will reactivate the river frontage within the city centre.
“The need to reinforce the quay walls on the north and south of the river has created the opportunity to regrade and renew the landscape on both banks, creating spaces to meet and spend time on the river frontage within the city centre.”
The project aims to mark a step towards the council’s vision of a ‘River Park’ and is funded by the Glasgow City Region City Deal programme. It aims to catalyse the economic, social and environmental regeneration of the wider area. There is likely to be a phased approach to the delivery, with works to the north bank, Custom House Quay, to start first.
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