Images of the reimagined Buchanan Street have been released after owners of Buchanan Galleries, Landsec, announced plans to demolish the shopping centre.
The pictures reflect how the proposals for key parts of the £800million development have continued to evolve following consultations with the public, local community, and other city groups and businesses..
Feedback from the second stage of consultation demonstrated a desire for the plans to boost the day and night-time economies in the city and accommodate world-class shopping and a diverse mix of places to live, work and play.
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One notable change could see the removal of the stairs outside the Royal Concert Hall, replacing it with improved accessibility for all.
The design includes a new public space to encourage more people to the heart of Glasgow.
The new look layout looks to attract a variety of big brands, independent retailers and restaurants while also providing easier access to key transport hubs such as Queen Street station, Buchanan Street bus station and Buchanan Street subway.
The plans also continue to align with the post-covid city centre recovery plans from Glasgow City Council and the Scottish Government.
The existing car park facilities will also be removed to allow for the development of more pedestrianised spaces and help make the city centre greener.
Two key areas that will be tested with people taking part in the consultation are the creation of a new public park or building above the railway on Cathedral Street, and potential options to add a new and fully accessible street level entrance and gathering place at the Royal Concert Hall.
The removal of Buchanan Galleries, which is currently joined to the Royal Concert Hall, would also allow for the extension of Sauchiehall Street to the east of the city, strengthening the Glasgow grid and significantly improving connectivity and safety as people move around the area.
Nick Davis, Head of Retail Development, Landsec said: “We are committed to creating a new world-class environment in Glasgow to ensure the city continues to thrive into the future.
"This is the final opportunity for people to give feedback on key elements of the development, and we would encourage everyone to share their views and contribute to the third stage of the consultation.”
The final phase of the consultation begins on Thursday with drop in sessions taking place on the top floor of Buchanan Galleries.
Councillor Susan Aitken, Leader of Glasgow City Council, said: “These new images illustrate the sheer scale of the transformation involved in the proposals for Buchanan Street. Glaswegians care about their built environment and want to have quality public spaces that respect and build on shared history, so it’s important they take the opportunity to help shape the change our city centre demands.”
Over 410 construction jobs could be created each year during the build phase leading to over 13,500 permanent jobs for the city centre.
Stuart Patrick CBE Chief Executive of Glasgow Chamber of Commerce said: “Glasgow is the engine of the Scottish economy, and this proposed development will support the city in rebuilding its competitive advantage, making a major contribution to post-covid recovery, and ensuring Glasgow remains an attractive and sustainable place in which to live, work, study, visit and invest.”
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