January 17 2017

Overseen by Mast Architects and Clark Contracts the £2.73m build will provide a flexible events space adjoining the A-listed house, which is also being sensitively refurbished as part of the package of works.

Outlining their design approach Mast said: “The concept for the extension to the building has been to create a modern, linear pavilion in counterpoint to the existing building. The architectural language is clearly distinct from the existing building, to ensure that the primacy of the house is respected and maintained.”

The extension will be finished in high-quality handmade bricks and pre-cast concrete panels with a glazed corridor connecting the new extension to the historic home.

7 Comments

#1 Posted by Philip on 17 Jan 2017 at 12:30 PM

Weddings, really?...Its not a bad attempt but somewhat lacking in joy given its use.
Add a chimney and it could be a crematorium.....

#2 Posted by in the style of... on 17 Jan 2017 at 13:16 PM

Denys, meet Bearsden.
Bearsden, meet Denys.

Don't really see what's been achieved here.

#3 Posted by Stevie Steve on 17 Jan 2017 at 13:18 PM

Well I think it looks nice.

#4 Posted by Jimbob Tanktop on 17 Jan 2017 at 19:32 PM

Nice venue for weddings and events. The 'arts' though? In Bearsden? I assume that was just a box that needed to be ticked for the planning application?

#5 Posted by Cateran on 17 Jan 2017 at 23:14 PM

Looks harmless enough and doesn't overawe the main building. Could start with sorting the roof drainage and stonework first.

#6 Posted by Devilsinthedetail on 18 Jan 2017 at 19:26 PM

I think this is an elegant solution. I don't see why people are being negative about it. If it was Elder &a Cannon or Page & Park, the naysayers would all be praising it, but because it is Mast it is poor. Tut tut, credit where credit is due.

#7 Posted by Frank Lloyd Wrong on 20 Jan 2017 at 17:22 PM

I'm with #6 Devilsinthedetail
Given the dog's abuse MAST normally get on UR for having a stab at the ever difficult social housing solution, they should be given credit for a cracking wee building here.
Well done MAST

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