Built Environment

The built environment includes all human-made physical spaces where we live, take leisure and work. These include housing, public spaces, healthcare facilities, schools, markets and shops that people need for a healthy and thriving society. As with any setting, the built environment influences aspirations, sense of self-worth, safety and security.

The physical landscape of Govan has been shaped and influenced by its waterfront location on the River Clyde. Govan’s physical isolation, ageing buildings and decline of the shipbuilding industry has led to derelict land and abandoned infrastructure. Investment into the physical restoration of Govan and its waterfront brings new social and economic opportunities to the community. What ideas can you come up with for the physical regeneration of Govan’s built environment that improves people’s quality of life?

18. Repurposing the old

Retrofitting historic buildings can provide multiple uses and spaces for the community. What solutions can you come up with for repurposing old buildings and derelict land in Govan to provide multiple uses for social and community benefit?

19. Infrastructure accessibility and gentrification

Without wider investment and consideration for Govan, the Govan-Partick bridge may result in unintended consequences like gentrification. What opportunities do you see for the Govan-Partick bridge to drive investment and address the social and economic challenges in Govan?

20. Retrofitting and refurbishing

Old housing is generally not fit for purpose while new housing developments are often too small for the larger families in Govan. Leaks and dampness are also common. Can you come up with any ideas to retrofit and refurbish housing that is considerate of the demographics living in Govan?

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