UNITE Thurso Street, Refurbishment

GLASGOW, SCOTLAND, UK

Client

UNITE Student Accommodation

Completion

September 2024

Situated in Glasgow’s West End, Thurso Street has undergone a sophisticated refurbishment aimed at strengthening the connection between the interior spaces and the River Kelvin. A nature-inspired palette of pastels and timber slatting creates a serene, riverside atmosphere.

The ground floor reception has been transformed into a friendly, inviting entrance through a new "welcome bar" concept. In the basement, a new games lounge and seating area overlook the river, featuring a glass Crittall meeting room as a striking architectural focal point.

The study wing offers individual escape pods for deep learning, cleverly featuring a large Crittall mirror to enhance the sense of space and light. An open-plan kitchenette serves as a social heart for the floor, decorated in muted tones to maintain a calm environment.

Throughout the basement, seating booths and study zones are punctuated by curated art pieces from local artists.