Project Overview
Description
Originally constructed to manufacture and distribute clay pipes, The Pipe Factory is a nationally significant industrial heritage asset. The project will restore and repurpose the Grade B (Category B / Grade II equivalent) listed building in Glasgow, transforming it into five floors of accessible social enterprise office and workshop space to support community, education and outreach initiatives.
Our role
We were appointed as Project Managers, coordinating the conservation-led repair works, sustainable upgrades and the adaptation of the building for long-term community use. This included managing design development, statutory requirements and funding deliverables to ensure the successful transformation of the building.
Scope and Outcomes
The works included: Extensive repair, restoration and conservation of the historic brick façades. Major roof repairs, replacement and insulation upgrades. Installation of new, heritage-sensitive windows. Provision of full accessibility throughout the building, including an external lift shaft. Installation of new, sustainable and energy-efficient heating and power systems, including air source heat pumps and photovoltaic panels. Complete internal refit and fit-out to create flexible office and workshop spaces. Community & Engagement: The project is underpinned by a detailed Activity Plan, delivering community engagement, education and outreach programmes to benefit the local and diverse population, ensuring the building operates as a genuine social and economic asset for the community. Key Outcomes: Conservation and reuse of a nationally significant industrial heritage building; Creation of fully accessible, flexible social enterprise spaces; Integration of low-carbon and sustainable energy systems; Strong community engagement and long-term social value; Successful delivery of a complex heritage regeneration project.
