Streetscaping/Environmental Improvements
Former Sheriff Court Building, Glasgow
Client
|
Persimmon Homes Ltd |
Value
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£1.10m |
Architect
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Tennant Garmory Partnership |
Programme
|
26 Weeks |
Contract Form
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Measure and Value |
Completed
|
2006 |
The works comprised the reconstruction of roads and footpaths bounding the redeveloped former Sheriff Court building at Ingram Street, Glasgow. Granite paving materials were utilised to provide a high quality and aesthetically pleasing finish. Associated works included underground drainage/service ducting, protection of existing public utility services and basements, provision of street furniture and road signage. Paving works were included at Ingram Street and Wilson Street while paving, road surfacing and drainage works were included at both Brunswick and Hutchison Street.
Principal Elements included:
Granite Carriageway Setts 600m2
Granite Footway Setts 1500m2
Granite Trims 600 linear metres
Granite Flag Stones 150m2
Key Issues:
- Weekend site hours rearranged to suit nearby hotel, keeping early morning noise to a minimum
- Surrounding footways kept open to maintain public thoroughfare
- Liaison with local businesses of high importance