RIAS Launch Saltcoats architectural competition E-mail
Tuesday, 23 October 2007

RIAS, the architects' body for Scotland, has arranged a competition on behalf of McLaughlin Construction, the site owner, and Irvine Bay Urban Regeneration Company for a prominent waterside site.

Designs are sought for an apartment building on a prominent site close to the sea front at Ardrossan main beach.  The challenge is to produce a compelling landmark design with a well-resolved plan. The promoter’s are seeking to achieve the following objectives.

· A building design that will deliver a high quality of design that exploits the location.

· A suitable landmark for this prominent location.

· High levels of environmental sustainability.

· A design that will meet market demand and can be built within the stated budget.

· A solution demonstrating that creative and innovative design can be provided without compromising cost parameters.

The detailed brief and competition notice along with location plan and photographic supplement are available for download. www.rias.org.uk

 

 

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