Hutchesons' Hall, or Hospital, on Ingram Street, looking north along Hutcheson Street, 1955. The original Hutchesons' Hospital was demolished in 1795 to make way for the laying out of Hutcheson Street. The building depicted here was designed by David Hamilton and completed in 1805 at the head of the new street. The distinctive octagonal spire is adorned with a clock and dial plate and stands 150 feet tall.placeholder image
Hutchesons' Hall, or Hospital, on Ingram Street, looking north along Hutcheson Street, 1955. The original Hutchesons' Hospital was demolished in 1795 to make way for the laying out of Hutcheson Street. The building depicted here was designed by David Hamilton and completed in 1805 at the head of the new street. The distinctive octagonal spire is adorned with a clock and dial plate and stands 150 feet tall. | © Visit Glasgow/ We Are Hydrogen

Buildings of Glasgow: 8 A-listed Glasgow buildings and their importance to the city

Callum McCormack
By Callum McCormack

News Features Writer

Published 21st Oct 2026, 12:53 BST

A look at just some of Glasgow’s A-Listed buildings.

Glasgow’s rich architectural history means that a great deal of its buildings have become a-listed over the years. From buildings dating back almost two centuries, to those built in the last century - there are some incredible examples of design.

Some of those are now considered classics, whilst when they were built they were controversial - some still retain their controversy.

Here’s a look at 8 A-listed buildings in Glasgow and why they are important.

Rising elegantly on Nelson Mandela Place, the Glasgow Stock Exchange Building is a striking example of late-Victorian architecture and a reminder of Glasgow’s powerful role in global trade and finance. Built in the 19th century with richly detailed stonework and grand interiors, the building stands as a symbol of the city’s historic commercial influence and enduring architectural heritage.

5. Glasgow Stock Exchange

Rising elegantly on Nelson Mandela Place, the Glasgow Stock Exchange Building is a striking example of late-Victorian architecture and a reminder of Glasgow’s powerful role in global trade and finance. Built in the 19th century with richly detailed stonework and grand interiors, the building stands as a symbol of the city’s historic commercial influence and enduring architectural heritage. | © Visit Glasgow/ We Are Hydrogen

The Buck’s Head building on Argyle Street was designed by Alexander 'Greek' Thomson in 1863. It was built on site of former Buck's Head Hotel.

6. The Buck's Head Building

The Buck’s Head building on Argyle Street was designed by Alexander 'Greek' Thomson in 1863. It was built on site of former Buck's Head Hotel. | Supplied

Designed by Alexander 'Greek' Thomson for paper magnate James Couper in 1857, Holmwood House in the Southside of Glasgow is one of the famous architects finest domestic creations.

7. Holmwood House

Designed by Alexander 'Greek' Thomson for paper magnate James Couper in 1857, Holmwood House in the Southside of Glasgow is one of the famous architects finest domestic creations. | © Visit Glasgow/ We Are Hydrogen

Ramshorn Theatre is a striking Gothic Revival building that once served as a church and now thrives as a creative performance space. With its historic architecture and intimate atmosphere, it remains a unique venue in the Merchant City.

8. Ramshorn Theatre

Ramshorn Theatre is a striking Gothic Revival building that once served as a church and now thrives as a creative performance space. With its historic architecture and intimate atmosphere, it remains a unique venue in the Merchant City. | © Visit Glasgow/ We Are Hydrogen

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