Holland Street/Pitt Street

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Holland Street - Pitt Street

The construction to Holland Street and Pitt Street will see the introduction of high-quality public realm to connect visitors to the city centre from the hotel district and highlights the commitment to a sustainable city. 

The Avenues programme forms part of the City Centre Strategy. The priority of this programme is about creating inclusive and sustainable space for people through quality public realm, green infrastructure and innovative technology.

Consultations

The design process for the Avenues has been shaped by extensive stakeholder engagement. These consultations included workshops, on-street engagement, and online questionnaires. The feedback gathered from these type of activities aim to shape the new placemaking approach to street design. 

Consultation outcomes for Holland Street and Pitt Street showed strong public support for greening and active travel improvements but also raised key concerns around cycling safety, parking, and servicing. The concept of a "pocket park" was particularly well received, with a preference for the "Raindrop" design. However, concerns about contraflow cycle lanes and the need for clear and safe pedestrian crossings were highlighted. The consultation also underlined the importance of integrating active travel with wider city routes and maintaining business operations.

Key Design Requirements:

• Deliver safe, segregated cycle lanes, avoiding unsafe contraflow arrangements where possible.
• Improve pedestrian crossings and widen footways for safety and accessibility.
• Incorporate the pocket park design with features like seating and planting.
• Manage loading and business access sensitively within the design.
• Provide clear wayfinding and signage for active travel users.
• Address traffic management and calming to improve safety.
• Include green infrastructure and rain gardens with maintenance plans.
• Design to enhance place quality while supporting access needs of key stakeholders like MODA and local hotels.

Link: Block B Communication Plans (PDF, 5 MB)(opens new window)

Design Team and Construction Contractors

The Design Team is led by Ironside Farrar 
Glasgow Office: 5th Floor, 135 Buchanan Street, Glasgow G1 2JA
Design Contract Awarded

The constructions is led by Rainton Construction Limited
2 Brewland Street, Galston, East Ayrshire, KA4 8AQ
Phone: 01563 262 110  |  Email:  enquiries@rclscot.co.uk
Construction Contract Awarded

Funding

The programme is funded by the Glasgow City Region City Deal, which includes contributions from both the Scottish and UK Governments, additional funding from Sustrans was also obtained for the project. 

Proposed Design Plans

• Pitt Street - Sauchiehall Street to Dakota Hotel:
  • Holland + Pitt Street GA part 1 (PDF, 3 MB)(opens new window)
  • Holland + Pitt Street GA part 2 (PDF, 2 MB)(opens new window)
  • Holland + Pitt Street GA part 3 (PDF, 2 MB)(opens new window)

Design Concepts

Image(s) shows artist impression of the Holland Street/Pitt Street Avenue:

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