Former Glasgow knitwear factory in historic building transformed into apartments

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Former Glasgow knitwear factory in historic building transformed into apartments
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The development at New Gorbals in the south side has brought 100 homes to the market inside a B-listed building dating back to the 1800's - giving buyers a chance to own a piece of history.

The development at New Gorbals in the south side has brought 100 homes to the market inside a B-listed building dating back to the 1800's - giving buyers a chance to own a piece of history.A former knitwear factory housed inside a category B-listed building dating back to the 1800's has been transformed into stunning apartments giving potential buyers the chance to own a piece of history.

Co-owned by Hugh McClure and his brother-in-law, Donald McIntosh, clothing produced under the Twomax brand was sold in high-end department stores such as Selfridges, Harrods, and House of Fraser. The factory employed at least five hundred female workers at the time. "The Gorbals is fast becoming one of the city’s most popular areas for young professionals – particularly those who are priced out of the West End and south side.

"With the flats situated on the corner of Commercial Road, the local area has plenty of amenities including schools, local shops and excellent transport links."

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