Anderston Regeneration Masterplan

MAST’s involvement in the regeneration of Anderston began with an options appraisal, undertaken with DTZ Pieda, examining the future of the area’s ageing multi-storey housing. Following Sanctuary Scotland Housing Association’s appointment as preferred alternative landlord, MAST developed the masterplan and delivered the detailed design of the first two phases, comprising around 176 new homes and a new local office.

The wider masterplan sought to replace the existing 1960s concrete blocks with a more connected piece of city, reinstating elements of Anderston’s historic street pattern and strengthening pedestrian links through the neighbourhood. New streets and buildings created clearer distinctions between public and private space, supported by improved streetscape, feature lighting, public art and more usable external areas. Re-establishing the historic line of Argyle Street was an important part of the regeneration strategy.

Within the first two phases, MAST designed a mix of five- and six-storey flats and maisonettes, addressing issues of poor thermal performance and noise transmission. The new homes incorporated lifts throughout and were designed to Housing for Varying Needs standards, with individual properties adapted in consultation with occupational therapists where required.

Community consultation ran throughout the project, with open days and design groups allowing residents and local organisations to influence aspects of the design and specification.  This process ensured that clear principles were established which could be carried through the wider five-phase regeneration, including a return to a more traditional urban block structure, improved connections and a stronger relationship between homes, streets and public space.