TWO new Clyde Gateway properties in Glasgow’s east end won prizes at the 2024 Scottish Property Awards.
New Olympia House in Bridgeton was named Small Commercial Development of the Year, while EastWorks triumphed in the Commercial Architectural Excellence category.
New Olympia House is a £1.7 million development built by Redpath Construction that converted a former Salvation Army citadel into a modern and flexible office space. The design by O’Donnell Brown features a metal tower called the Beacon, inspired by the nearby Bridgeton Umbrella, and exposes the original brickwork and timber. The building is now fully let by Scripture Union Scotland.
EastWorks is a £9 million project that transformed a derelict gas purifier shed into a modern office space and creative hub. Designed by Sheppard Robson and Inch Architecture + Design, it is the first commercial building to be connected to a new District Heating Network that uses renewable energy sources to provide heat and hot water to homes and commercial buildings in the area. Tenants include ESG specialist Utopi.
Martin McKay, chief executive at Clyde Gateway, said, “Both of these stunning buildings have reimagined old structures that were being underutilised and ensured they now provide modern, effective workspaces that are fit for the future, yet preserve the features of the original buildings. Winning these prestigious awards is testament to the hard work of Clyde Gateway and our partners in delivering these spaces.
“These projects, and the many others Clyde Gateway have developed across Rutherglen, Bridgeton and Dalmarnock, have brought new jobs and investment, as well as new housing and greenspaces for the people that live and work here.”
Stacey Phillips, partner at Sheppard Robson, added, “Sheppard Robson, working alongside INCH Architecture are delighted to win this architectural award. This is a small but mighty project bringing a new and joyful life into the former gas purifier shed. It was a pleasure to be part of the team and we wish Clyde Gateway and EastWorks continued success in the transformation of Dalmarnock.”
Susan Cardwell, marketing and business development manager at Redpath Construction, said, “Redpath are delighted that NOH achieved the Small Development of the Year Award. It is such a transformational project for the regeneration of Bridgeton and Dalmarnock and it was a privilege to work with Clyde Gateway to deliver it.”
