A completed housing development in Govanhill in Glasgow's south side is already being described as a "landmark" for the city.

Constructed by CCG, the site of the former Women's Hostel and Hermon Baptist Church in Inglefield Street has been transformed into a range of 49 one and two-bedroom mid-market rent flats.

The modern, spacious, energy-efficient homes were built on behalf of GHA, and are being let and managed by GHA's Wheatley Group partner, Lowther.

As part of the contract with Wheatley, CCG created six full-time jobs, two trade apprenticeships and five work placements to work on the development, and has also donated £7,000 towards local projects.

The £6.5m development was supported by a Scottish Government grant of £2.7m.


CCG Managing Director, David Wylie said: "Inglefield Street truly is a landmark development for Govanhill and is another fine example of urban regeneration undertaken by CCG and our Wheatley partners in Glasgow.

"With over 140 homes under construction across the city, we are working together to create a lasting legacy of quality, energy-efficient housing and providing a wide range of benefits to our communities."

David Fletcher, Wheatley Group Director of Development, said: "We always want to help increase the supply of affordable homes across the city.

"These mid-market flats will be a great option for people looking for a good quality, affordable home to rent close to Glasgow city centre."

Architecturally, Inglefield Street consists of two blocks reaching up to seven storeys, designed to make use of a predominantly south-eastern aspect with views across the city accentuated by the use of deep external access balconies that can also be used by residents in a semi-private capacity.

Through the combined use of the 'iQ' Timber System and Modern Methods of Construction, CCG was able to build the homes at an enhanced pace – the development was constructed wind and watertight (excl. closes) in a net period of 92 days – as well as an enhanced standard of energy performance.

CCG Manufacturing also supplied all internal, flat entrance and common door sets.