The Red Road Flats were one of Glasgow's most famous—and controversial—housing developments. Built between 1964 and 1969 in the city's northeast, they consisted of eight high-rise tower blocks designed by architect Sam Bunton & Associates.
At the time, they were the tallest residential buildings in Europe and were seen as a bold solution to Glasgow's severe post-war housing shortage. Thousands of families moved from overcrowded tenements into modern flats with central heating, indoor bathrooms, and impressive views across the city.
From the 1990s onwards, the population fell as residents were rehoused elsewhere. The blocks were gradually emptied and demolished between 2012 and 2015.
5. Red Road (2013)
This was the second of eight of the Red Road tower blocks to be demolished, the remaining six high rises built in the 1960's are to be taken away by 2017. | Getty Images
6. Red Road (2013)
A group of children walk past the thirty story tower block at Birnie Court after it was demolished, in May 2013. | Getty Images
7. Red Road (2013)
The changing face of the Red Road with one of the last generations who grew up on the estate. | Getty Images
8. Red Road (2014)
A general view of the Red Road flats in April 2014 as the blocks get prepared to be pulled down. | Getty Images