Glasgow's The Burrell Collection named 'Scotland’s Building of the Year'

One of Glasgow's much-loved museums has just been awarded the title of Scotland's Best Building at a prestigious awards.

The Burrell Collection, which is found in Pollok Park in the southside, has been named as the winner of the Andrew Doolan Best Building in Scotland Award by the Royal Incorporation of Architects in Scotland.

The news comes following the popular attraction's recent refurbishment in 2022, with the building named one of Scotland's architectural gems by the RIAS President.

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As part of the judging the refurb by John McAslan + Partners was described as “an outstanding example of problem-solving and future-proofing that has rejuvenated an old friend”.

They stated that the revamp “makes a bold declaration about the role of architecture – a renewed confidence and belief in it – at a time when Glasgow and Scotland’s creative and cultural industries are in peril.”

The sensitive adaptation of the original design by Barry Gasson, John Meunier, and Brit Andresen, helped increase the available space for public displays while also making the building more accessible to the public.

RIAS President Karen Anderson PRIAS said: “I’m delighted that the Burrell Collection has been named as the winner of this year’s RIAS Doolan Award.

“In the skilled hands of John McAslan + Partners, one of Scotland’s architectural gems has been given a new lease of life – saving the building and its incredible collection, and making the museum greener and more welcoming to its thousands of visitors.

“It is a fantastic example of how an existing building can be adapted to address new and future needs, and is unquestionably this year’s best building in Scotland.”

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