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Four buildings earmarked for their architectural style and strategic positons within the city were subject to innovative artist-led lighting designs. David Bryant, working with NVA Ltd illuminated the buildings and structures using LED and fibre optic technology. The aim of this project was to improve the public perception of the built environment in darkeness. The context for Glasgow at this time was that of 1999 City of Architecture & Design – capitalised by NVA Ltd through this project.

Artists

• David Bryant
• Jonathan Spiers

Funding

SAC Award amount

£95,000.00

Project total cost

£260,000.00

Funding purpose

Towards the cost of transforming the public appearance of a number of landmark buildings in Glasgow through innovative design.

(Please note dates and details correct at time of award.)

Consultation & Commissioning Process

The artist for part of this project was self-selecting in that he, David Byrant was instrumental in the research and development of the project proposal. A later stage of the project was undertaken by Jonathan Speirs

Outcomes

Lighting schemes were designed using LED and fibre optic technology for the following buildings/structures:

• Glasgow College of Building & Printing
• Tidal Weir Bridge at Glasgow Green
• Chimney in the Hidden Gardens at Tramway
• Merchants House