Springburn multis in line for a New Year spruce up
December 23 2011
Wates Living has submitted a £2m refurbishment plan, on behalf of Glasgow Housing Association, for two remaining concrete slab blocks at Springburn, Glasgow.Drawn up by architects 3DReid the plans would entail a series of alterations being made to 3 & 5 and 31 & 35 Pinkston Drive, including over cladding to improve insulation and a new render finish.
Ground floors will also be given a makeover with new canopies and signage installed to improve the pedestrian experience.
Wates have collaborated with 3DReid on a series of similar makeovers for Glasgow’s multis, including three at nearby Dundasvale.
![]() An enthusiastic embrace of demolition means just two of an original 10 identical slabs will have any long term future
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3 Comments
#1 Posted by Ross McIntyre on 24 Dec 2011 at 21:38 PM
I think a £2m demolition plan would be more appropriate! An eyesore and embarrassment to our city!
#2 Posted by Ross McIntyre on 24 Dec 2011 at 21:38 PM
I think a £2m demolition plan would be more appropriate! An eyesore and embarrassment to our city!
#3 Posted by James Tallent on 29 Dec 2011 at 12:19 PM
These blocks are beyond any form of visual improvement. They will be up for demolition within 10 years.
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