CAST IN SOLID CONCRETE WITH CARE BY SPACEPLAY
University of Glasgow Library – Miniature Concrete Model
University of Glasgow Library – Miniature Concrete Model
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Model 084_University Library, Glasgow – Miniature Concrete Model
Hand-cast in fine concrete. Shaped by memory.
Some buildings become worlds of their own. The University of Glasgow Library and the connected Hunterian Art Gallery, designed by William Whitfield and completed in the late 1960s, stand among the most significant pieces of post-war architecture in Scotland. Rising above the historic campus, the library's powerful tower and layered concrete forms create a striking contrast with the university's Victorian buildings. Together, the library and gallery represent a moment when higher education embraced a bold modern future.
This model captures that relationship. The challenge was balancing the library's vertical presence with the lower, interconnected forms of the Hunterian. The tower, terraces, and geometric volumes all needed to work together at a smaller scale. I spent time refining the proportions until the model felt like a true reflection of the original composition.
A small cast of one of Scotland's great academic landmarks.
Features
• Solid cast concrete, individually hand-poured
• 7.5cm wide, 5cm high, 6.5cm 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 alumni, students, academics, and lovers of Scottish modernism. This model is a reminder of late nights in the library, discoveries in the gallery, and the experience of studying within one of Britain's most distinctive university buildings.
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
Architect: William Whitfield
Completed: 1968
Status: In use, university library and art gallery
Brief Overview:
The University of Glasgow Library was designed by William Whitfield as part of the university's expansion during the 1960s. Its 12-storey tower became an immediate landmark on the Glasgow skyline and remains one of the largest academic libraries in Europe. Connected to the library is the Hunterian Art Gallery, home to one of Scotland's most important collections of art and artefacts. Together they form a major example of post-war educational architecture, combining monumental concrete forms with spaces dedicated to learning, research, and culture.
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My concrete models are made to order and individually hand-cast in solid concrete. This means that each piece will have distinctive markings and textures from the curing process 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.
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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.
