Architecture and Design
Are you interested in the architecture and design heritage of Glasgow and the West of Scotland?
The Architecture and Design Club dates from 1999 when the University ran several seminars during Glasgow’s year as City of Architecture and Design. Now in our 25th year, are pleased to bring you a diverse and interesting programme.
Why not come and join us on the ‘second’ Thursday of the month from October to April for an interesting variety of talks covering architecture old and new, all elements of design and the visual arts including sculpture, stained glass, textile design, amongst other topics. The talks will commence at 2.00pm (the exception is the AGM which will start at 1.30pm).
At the time of printing, we have not been allocated our rooms for this session. We will notify members as soon as we hear from the 3Ls.
This information will also be posted on the notice board in the 7th floor Notice Board, Graham Hills Building and on the 3Ls website (3ls.website/clubs/architecture-and-design/).
The membership fee for 2025-26 is £12.
For all enquiries, please contact Gordon Michie at gordon.michie@ntlworld.com
Programme 2025-26
9 October 2025
Colin M Drysdale – The author of Glasgow Uncovered and This is my Glasgow Facebook page on Walking in a Weegie Wonderland! How walking more has helped him better appreciate Glasgow's amazing architecture.
13 November 2025
Robert Gartshore of Glasgow Life will give a talk on the major refurbishment project that is being undertaken to bring the People’s Palace & Wintergarden back to life and what the finished article holds in store for us.
11 December 2025
Our CHRISTMAS GET-TOGETHER will see us returning to what has proved to be a popular venue: -The Pipers’ Tryst Restaurant, 30 McPhater Street, Cowcaddens. Meet there at 2.00pm to mingle and chat over a glass of wine, mince pies, tea/coffee, and take part and hopefully enjoy our quiz.
The charge is £16 (non-refundable). Book your place with your membership renewal or application.
2026
8 January 2026
Having just marked the 150th Anniversary of his death, Fiona Sinclair of the Alexander Thomson Society will give a talk ‘Alexander “Greek” Thomson – Glasgow’s Great Architectural Visionary’
12 February 2026
Becca Thomas of New Practice on Building a Community, exploring architecture as a tool to build regenerative and inclusive spaces with community-led placemaking such as the Award-winning Kinning Park Complex.
12 March 2026
Professor Bruce Peter on The Changing Face of British Railways – BR Architecture and Design from Nationalisation to Privatisation and the aesthetic changes that accompanied BR's political and managerial restructurings.
9 April 2026
AGM + A talk by Bobby McNamara a mural artist in Glasgow better known as Rogue- One, responsible for many of the gable-end murals in and around Glasgow and further afield.
Please note earlier start time of 1.30pm
Beatson Centre Visit
Funds raised by our Club helped purchase gifts for teenagers undergoing treatment at the Beatson Centre. A selection of toys suggested by the teenagers was presented to Jill Scott, Paediatric Radiographer by Gordon Michie, Club President on a visit with Annette Bonar and Fiona Anderson, who are both members of the A & D Committee and Beatson volunteers. The gift box included fidget toys aimed at reducing stress and anxiety along with a couple of Lego ™️ cars, action figures and a starry night light projector.
