Helensburgh

Helensburgh is known for its old, large, and architecturally significant buildings, particularly Charles Rennie Mackintosh's Hill House. Most of the old large homes are converted to units now.

Mackintosh designed the Hill House in 1902 when, with the optimism of a new century, there was an emerging battle of architectural styles.

The external render of the property has not proved watertight and the walls have gradually become saturated and are crumbling, with water now threatening the interiors. If we don’t act, the house will be irreparably damaged and we’ll lose its iconic architecture and unique interiors forever.

We’ve embarked on a 10-year conservation programme, which will allow continued public access to the house. Stage one opened to visitors in early June 2019, with a protective steel frame structure covered in chainmail mesh, featuring walkways around and over the top of the house.Læs mere