Scotland’s Largest BTR Development Reaches Completion

PLATFORM_’s 498-home build-to-rent complex on the banks of the River Clyde has achieved practical completion, laying the groundwork for a bustling waterside community. 

The PLATFORM_ development in Glasgow is the largest BTR scheme in Scotland. Located in a prime position between the International Financial Services District (IFSD) and Finnieston it offers 498 new homes for the city centre. Standing as one of the city’s tallest buildings at 20 storeys, the BTR neighbourhood is set across four blocks with a selection of from studios to three-bedroom apartments. Amenities include a gym, courtyard garden, two roof terraces, private dining room, cinema and co-working facilities. The tech-driven build offers renters keyless entry and remote utilities monitoring through a custom app. 

The development also features two on-site commercial units at ground level which will provide convenience retail options and additional amenities to residents, with electrical vehicle charging points and bike storage also available in communal spaces. 

Built by Graham and Keppie and funded by funded by PLATFORM_’s joint venture partnership with Northwood Investors LLC, the scheme has sustainability at its heart. Powered by rooftop solar panels and air source heat pumps the development will meet the requirements for the Silver Active Energy standard with all flats achieving an EPC B rating. 

Importantly, the PLATFORM_ development aligns with Glasgow City Council’s City Centre Living Strategy that aims to double the city centre population to 40,000 by 2035. Its location along the Broomielaw will aid wider regeneration efforts within this area, breathing life back into the waterfront and once again making it a destination of choice for residents and visitors. 

Jean-Marc Vandevivere, CEO at PLATFORM_, said:

Our Glasgow development is PLATFORM_’s eighth to complete and our first in Scotland. We’re really excited to see it become a memorable part of Glasgow’s skyline.

Importantly, we’re helping to accelerate the urban regeneration of this area that is quickly attracting significant investment as collectively we recognise the wealth of opportunities this part of the city possesses. PLATFORM_ will deliver a ready-made neighbourhood that prioritises resident experience and wellbeing. 

Gary Holmes, regional managing director for GRAHAM’s Building division, said: 

GRAHAM is proud to reach practical completion of what is set to become one of the city’s most desirable neighbourhoods. Providing high-quality apartments with a full range of lifestyle and amenity facilities which today’s rental market expects, this iconic development will create a thriving community along the River Clyde and help support regeneration efforts in a historic part of the city.