South Dennistoun Neighbourhood Centre, Glasgow

A comprehensive community redevelopment project involving the complete refurbishment of an existing old tenement building with a new build extension at the rear. The facility was designed to serve as a vibrant community hub, providing essential meeting spaces, office facilities, and recreational areas for the local South Dennistoun community. The project successfully transformed a historic tenement structure into a modern community center while preserving its architectural character.

The structural engineering solution involved careful assessment and strengthening of the existing tenement structure while integrating a substantial new build extension. The refurbishment required detailed structural surveys and remedial works to bring the historic building up to modern safety and accessibility standards. The new extension was designed to accommodate offices, meeting rooms, canteen facilities, and a multi-purpose hall with appropriate structural spans and loading capacities. Car parking provision required ground works and drainage solutions to support the community facility operations.

The primary engineering challenge was integrating new construction with the existing tenement structure while maintaining structural integrity throughout the complex. Working with a historic tenement building required careful consideration of existing foundation conditions and structural limitations while providing modern community facilities. The rear extension needed to complement the existing structure while providing contemporary spaces with enhanced accessibility. Coordination between refurbishment and new construction phases required detailed planning to ensure continuous structural performance.

The completed South Dennistoun Neighbourhood Centre provides the local community with a modern, accessible facility that serves diverse community needs. The successful integration of refurbished historic spaces with contemporary new build areas creates a unique community asset that respects local architectural heritage while providing modern functionality. The facility supports various community activities including meetings, social events, educational programs, and administrative services, contributing significantly to local community development and social cohesion.