SEARCH TECHNICAL RESOURCES PRODUCTS CONTACT Case Study: Bay Street Urban Regeneration Case Study CASE STUDY BAY STREET URBAN REGENERATION CASE STUDY Client: River Clyde Homes Architect: JM Architects, Edinburgh Location: Port Glasgow Sector: Residential Bay Street Urban Regeneration Project The Challenge The former Gourock Ropeworks building on the banks of the River Clyde had been refurbished back in 2006. As part of a multi-million-pound regeneration from the Scottish government, Forterra supplied 170,000 bricks to the site adjacent to the Ropeworks for 41 new social homes. The design of the four-storey blocks of residential apartments was to tie in with the original design of the former Gourock Ropeworks. The Solution PROJECT INFO PRODUCT DETAIL Forterra’s Farmstead Antique brick type was put forward for the build owing to its highly textured face and warm appearance, which sat well with the tone and texture of brickwork in the surrounding properties. The Benefits Steve Nicolson, Area Sales Manager for Forterra, said, “The Farmstead Antique was a good match to the local vernacular, and is also pretty hard-wearing, which made it very suitable for this location on the banks of one of the longest rivers in Scotland, as it will need to withstand the elements.” Adelle Jess, Project Architect for JM Architecture, said, “Due to the site being located within the historic curtilage of a listed building, the development needed to provide a strong frontage to Bay Street with fenestration, proportion and material finishes relative to the context in which it sits.” “Forterra Farmstead Antique was selected as the main finish to the buildings so as to tie in with the existing surroundings and contribute to the overall design concept of a modern interpretation of the site’s industrial past.” Student Accomodation Residential Residential Student Accomodation TAKE INSPIRATION FROM OUR OTHER PROJECTS Sometimes, it is reassuring to read about other success stories before embarking on your own. Here, you will find examples of residential, education, commercial and public sector construction projects in which Forterra’s innovative products, and its skilled, approachable teams and flexible services, have played a significant part. To showcase your own project featuring Forterra building products and services, contact us on marketing@forterra.co.uk SEE MORE CASE STUDIES TALK TO US ABOUT YOUR UPCOMING PROJECT PRODUCT FILTER LATEST NEWS FROM FORTERRA FORTERRA'S SUPPORT FOR RIVER CHARITY PROJECT MAKES MEASE BETTER FOR FISH, OTTERS AND PEOPLE 28th Sep 2021 A new water quality project on the River Mease which will slash levels of dangerous pollutants has already created valuable wetland habitats for loach, bullhead, crayfish and even otters. read more SHARE WILNECOTE BRICK FACTORY TO SEE £27 MILLION INVESTMENT 30th Jul 2021 | Company News We recently announced that we are set to invest £27 million into our brick factory in Wilnecote, Staffordshire. read more SHARE FORTERRA HOSTS APPRENTICE COMPETITION WITH THE BRICK DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION IN A CELEBRATION OF SKILLS 19th Jul 2021 | Industry News We have recently hosted and supplied bricks for this year’s Apprentice Brickwork competition in partnership with the Brick Development Association and Lewisham College. read more SHARE Gender Pay Reporting Modern Slavery Act Statement Trading terms and conditions Terms and conditions of use policy Cookie policy Privacy policy Contact Forterra plc © Forterra Building Products Limited all rights reserved 2021 BRICKS BLOCKS BISON PRECAST SPECIAL SHAPED BRICKS CHIMNEYS, ROOFING & FLUES PAVING FACADE SYSTEMS We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. By clicking “Accept”, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies. Cookie settings ACCEPT