HAND-CAST IN SOLID CONCRETE WITH CARE BY SPACEPLAY
Glasgow College of Building and Printing – Miniature Concrete Model
Glasgow College of Building and Printing – Miniature Concrete Model
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Model 018_Glasgow College of Building and Printing – Miniature Concrete Model
Hand-cast in fine concrete. Shaped by memory.
Some buildings don't follow the skyline, they cut right through it. The Glasgow College of Building and Printing does exactly that. With its towering vertical slab and grid of narrow windows, it rises from the city like a bold concrete monolith. Built in the 1960s and perched high in the skyline, it’s a powerful piece of Scottish Brutalism, defined by clarity, weight, and presence.
I wanted this model to feel as direct as the building itself. The textures had to be strong, the proportions precise. It’s not a complicated form, but that’s the point. Shrinking it down meant being exacting about texture and rhythm, until the model held the same steady energy as the original.
A cast of one of Glasgow’s most commanding modern landmarks.
Features
• Solid cast concrete, individually hand-poured
• 8cm high, 6cm wide, 4cm deep (approx)
• Laser-etched cork base with building name
• Comes gift-boxed for the perfect concrete gift
• Designed, modelled, and finished in the UK
Made for those who passed it daily, studied behind its narrow windows, or simply love Glasgow’s architectural defiance.
This model captures a building that stands against the grain, confident, minimal, unforgettable. A small tribute to a tower that's loved so much.
15% off when you order two or more models
EU customers: please order via my Etsy shop due to customs regulations
Building Information
Location: Glasgow, Scotland, UK
Architect: Peter Williams (Wylie, Shanks & Partners)
Completed: 1964
Status: Still in use (now City of Glasgow College), Category B listed
Brief Overview:
The Glasgow College of Building and Printing is a landmark of Scottish post-war architecture. Built in 1964 and later merged into the City of Glasgow College, the building’s slender, 14-storey tower and rigid window grid exemplify Brutalist ideals of honesty and strength. Sitting beside the M8, it remains one of the most distinctive and recognisable silhouettes in the city.
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My concrete sculptures are individually hand cast in solid concrete. This means that each piece will have distinctive markings and minor blemishes due to air bubbles in the concrete. This is a natural part of the material and will mean that no two pieces are ever exactly the same.
Shipping:
I aim to make and ship your artwork within 30 days. If you require your order by a specific date before this please let me know.
Express shipping options at checkout for additional costs
Materials
Materials
My concete models are all made using a fine grain quickset cement with a polymer additive. This gives a good balance between strength and detail casting. However concrete is a brittle material so the models are delicate and can break with impact.
Shipping & Returns
Shipping & Returns
Free standard shipping on all UK orders.
We aim to ship within 30 days but priority shipping can be purchased if you require faster delivery.
You can cancel or return you order at any time. Once I receive the product back undamaged you will receive a full refund (excluding postage).
I do not refund damaged parcels. If your order arrives damaged please contact me immediately to arrange for a replacement.
Care Instructions
Care Instructions
Concrete is a brittle material so these models are delicate objects. They can be chipped or cracked easily and need to be protected from knocks or falls.
My concrete mix is also not waterproof so you should protected your model from damp and moisture.
Extreme changes in temperature will cause expansion and contraction inside the concrete model potentially leading to cracks forming. Keep your model out of direct sunlight and away from heating systems.
