The second stage of consultation on the future of Buchanan Galleries has begun, with new artists impressions of the planned redevelopment also released.
The Glasgow city centre shopping centre's owners Landsec is inviting the public, businesses and the local community to share their views.
Initial concepts have been released to give an early view of the key design principles, which reflect feedback from the first stage public consultation, and will be tested as part of the second stage events.
The illustrative images show how replacing the existing Buchanan Galleries building could create more green and public spaces, street level shops and restaurants and better connectivity across the city.
Landsec’s vision is to replace the shopping centre with a new mixed-use urban district, with flexible workplaces and a variety of office sizes open to a diverse mix of tenants.
The phase one masterplan will also consider a series of new ‘public realm’ spaces, including a terrace or pavilion to the rear of Queen Street Station for cultural and community events.
No decisions have been taken on the Concert Hall steps, however the proposals outline the potential options for reconfiguration to deliver a more accessible entrance.
Nick Davis, senior development director at Landsec, said: “We had a positive response to stage one of our public consultation and are looking forward to hearing more views and opinions throughout September.
“We want more local voices to help shape our masterplan for this exciting project to create a more accessible, green, safe and vibrant city centre which works for everyone, and we would encourage as many people as possible to have their say.”
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