A NEW 12-foot mural honouring commonwealth visitors to Glasgow is turning heads in the city centre before its even been finished.
The artwork is being painted outside YOTEL Glasgow on Hope Street to commemorate the hotel’s role as host of Team Wales House during the 2026 Commonwealth Games.
The mural, designed by Welsh artist Pete Fowler and brought to life by Glaswegian muralist Rogue One, is painted across two exterior walls, with the first part nearing completion on Friday, July 24, 2026.
Rebecca Edwards-Symmons, CEO of Team Wales, said: "It’s incredibly special to see Wales represented in the heart of Glasgow in such a bold and creative way, bringing together our national identity with our love of sport and the connection we share with Scotland.
"The Commonwealth Games have already given us so many reasons to be proud and this mural captures that spirit while celebrating the two nations side by side."
The artwork features a blend of national symbols and sporting scenes, including the Welsh dragon and Scotland’s national animal, the unicorn.
The centrepiece of the mural reads, 'Gwlad, Gwlad, Glaschu'—combining Welsh and Scottish Gaelic in a phrase meaning 'Land, Land, Glasgow.'
Neil Taylor, general manager at YOTEL Glasgow, said: "The mural really captures the energy and sense of celebration that Team Wales has already brought to both the venue and the city.
"We’re loving being part of the atmosphere surrounding the Games, and this artwork feels like a fitting way to celebrate what has been a very special time for everyone involved already."
VEGA, YOTEL’s top-floor entertainment space, serves as a central hub for Team Wales House during the Games.
It is hosting athletes, supporters, partners, and stakeholders throughout the event, and will air the Closing Ceremony on August 2.
The venue is also offering a limited-edition menu inspired by Welsh cuisine for the duration of the Games.
The mural not only serves as a lasting tribute to the sportsmanship and camaraderie between the two nations but also adds a splash of colour to the city centre for residents and visitors to enjoy.
