Union Property Commences Major Conversion of Listed Glasgow Office into Student Accommodation
We’re pleased to confirm that works are now underway on the transformation of 250 St Vincent Street, Glasgow – a prominent Category B listed building – into high-quality, purpose-built student accommodation.
This landmark project will see the full refurbishment and adaptive reuse of the former office building to deliver “Glasgow Citi View”, providing 140 studio rooms for up to 142 students in time for the 2026/27 academic year.
Every studio will be self-contained, complete with en-suite shower, kitchenette, and dining space. The scheme also introduces extensive amenity areas across the lower levels, including:
- A staffed reception
- Lounge, study and meeting spaces
- Gym and laundry
- Parcel room and student storage
- A flexible bookable kitchen / dining / games zone
External works include roof renewal, stone façade repair and drainage upgrades – ensuring long-term resilience and enhancing the building’s civic contribution.
This development responds directly to the increasing demand for high-quality student accommodation in Glasgow’s city centre, while returning a long-vacant listed structure to active and sustainable use.
Raj Sehgal, Director at Union Property Services, commented:
“This is a key regeneration project for the city and one we’re immensely proud to be delivering. It’s not just about beds – it’s about preserving Glasgow’s built heritage while providing contemporary, self-sufficient accommodation that supports student wellbeing. Our thanks go to the full professional team for their continued commitment and collaboration.”
We are working in close partnership with Clark Contracts as Principal Contractor and a multi-disciplinary team including FaulknerBrowns, Paragon Construction Consultants, MS Construction Consultants, Summers-Inman, Rybka, Narro, Apex Acoustics and Jensen Hughes.
Located within walking distance of both the University of Strathclyde and Glasgow Caledonian University, Glasgow Citi View is set to become a new benchmark for student living in Scotland’s largest city.
