Glasgow has the highest concentration of refugees in the UK. There are currently over 1,400 refugees who are facing homelessness in Glasgow and a further 4,600 asylum seekers in Glasgow who are waiting to find out if they will receive refugee status. In the midst of a chronic housing shortage and cost of living crisis, these refugees are the last to be considered.

This project, which consists of the existing Knowehead Terrace and Knowehead Gardens and the new Knowehead House, aims to provide dignified, high quality housing for refugees. Accommodating a diverse range of people, from single people to large families, the designated temporary emergency housing, long-term flats and accessible flats mean that anyone is welcome and will feel that their needs are met. Landscaping has been carefully considered to allow for breakout spaces, vegetable gardens, a play park and ensure that residents have access to green space.  A communal kitchen and dining facilities encourage socialisation and support between residents and the sharing of stories, ideas, and recipes. Through retrofit and new build, the scheme offers refugees a place to call home and challenges the norm by its location amongst the garden villas of Pollokshields.