John McAslan & Partners Burrell Collection refurbishment named Scotlands building of the year
Scheme is most significant revamp of grade A-listed building since it opened in 1983The Burrell Collection by John McAslan & Partners1/12show captionA refurbishment of Glasgows Burrell Collection by John McAslan & Partners has been named as Scotlands best new building by RIAS.The scheme, the most significant refurbishment of the museum since its opening in 1983, has repaired the grade A-listed building, upgraded its environmental performance and reorganised its galleries.The Burrell Collection is housed in a landmark late 20th century building designed by Barry Gasson, John Meunier and Brit Andresen.Judges for the Doolan Award said they were particularly impressed by how John McAslan & Partners respectful and deferential approach had transformed the building without losing any of its architectural integrity.> Also read:RIAS announces 17 projects vying for Scottish project of the year[It] makes a bold declaration about the role of architecture a renewed confidence and belief in it at a time when Glasgow and Scotlands creative and cultural industries are in peril, the judging panel said.RIAS president Karen Anderson added: Im delighted that the Burrell Collection has been named as the winner of this years RIAS Doolan Award. In the skilled hands of John McAslan & Partners, one of Scotlands architectural gems has been given a new lease of life saving the building and its incredible collection, and making the museum greener and more welcoming to its thousands of visitors.It is a fantastic example of how an existing building can be adapted to address new and future needs, and is unquestionably this years best building in Scotland.The 2024 RIAS Doolan Award jury was chaired by David Kohn Architects founder David Kohn alongside author and journalist Gabriella Bennett and Karen Anderson.