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Here's a 'unique' feature approved for Glasgow student flats
A planning application to add features to the four rooftops of Dobbie's Point in the West End was approved by council planning bosses recently.
Documents detail what the spaces will look like after the transformation, each with a specific purpose.
The first terrace will have various seating options, including chairs, stools and bean bags, for relaxing and socialising.
It will allow different functions and uses.
Visuals of roof terrace one (Image: Sourced) Here's a 'unique' feature approved for Glasgow student flats (Image: Sourced) The second area, nicknamed the games terrace, will offer a place to "chill out", including tables and chairs for board and card games and a curling pitch - in line with Scottish traditions.
Once built, this can also be used for organised events.
According to the application, storage is also planned to accommodate sporting equipment.
Visuals of roof terrace two (Image: Sourced) (Image: Sourced)
The third rooftop will be the night terrace, providing a quiet place to study in enclosed pods, which will be heated and lit.
All of them will be situated in a "sea of pebbles", making them "feel like islands".
Visuals of roof terrace three (Image: Sourced) (Image: Sourced) Finally, the fourth and largest terrace will be a space for socialising with covered seating, benches, a 'grow your own' planter, as well as a quiet contemplation pad.
The papers added: "Each section is subdivided with meadow grass bands which offer increased biodiversity whilst allowing the spaces to enjoy a feeling of separation."
Visuals of roof terrace four (Image: Sourced) (Image: Sourced)
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Currently, the rooftops have planters, walkways and some benches for seating.
Applicant Roost Procpo 3 Limited, who manages the student block, said the upgrade will help better utilise the existing spaces, attract residents and act as the accommodation's "unique selling point".
Current view of one of the roof terraces (Image: Sourced) The areas will be used both for studying and socialising.
Dobbie's Point is located on North Hanover Street, near Glasgow Caledonian University.
