Reg.Nr. 91/UK/048

The Ca`d'oro building, Glasgow

Original built in 1872 and converted in the1920's to provide extra floors of ballroom and restaurant. Redevelopment consists of retention of main facades, removal of all interiors and unsightly concrete mansard, erection of new office floors behind facade with glazed atrium ...
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Project details

Title:The Ca`d'oro building, Glasgow
Entr. year: 1991
Result:Diploma
Country: United Kingdom
Town: Glasgow (Scotland)
Category type: architectural heritage
Building type/ Project type: Commercial building
Former use:Furniture warehouse; offices, ballroom, restaurant
Actual use:Shops, office space
Built: 19th century
Architect / Proj.leader: John Honeyman, Architect , S. B. T. Keppie, Architect
The Jury's citation: "For the skilful restoration and extension of one of the most significant Victorian buildings in the centre of the city despite a disastrous fire"
GPS:55°51'37.2"N 4°15'24.1"W
Web, Links:

www.discoverglasgow.org/victorian-ca-doro-building/4578196153

Description:
Original built in 1872 and converted in the1920's to provide extra floors of ballroom and restaurant. Redevelopment consists of retention of main facades, removal of all interiors and unsightly concrete mansard, erection of new office floors behind facade with glazed atrium entrance. New interior extended across adjoining site and a faithful reproduction of facade in cast iron, glass and stone added. Serious fire during works complicated and increased extent of repair to facade. Major feature of interior were stained glass panels, which have been incorporated into new interiors along with new commissioned stained glass panels.