Yes, this was made much easier by its iron frame and facade, but this is only one of a number of examples of Glasgow buildings which have been restored to their former glory after such incidents, so it can be done (the Grosvenor Hotel being another prime example). The question for the Union Corner Building is whether we still have the will to do such things.

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Whatever happens at this site, whether the facade of lost building can be reconstructed (my own preference), or if a new one is constructed on it, it's essential that it fits not only with the neighbouring environs, but also maintains these architectural traditions. Anything other than this will risk destorying a key aspect of the city's Victorian streetscape which helps make it such a unique place to live and to visit.

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One of the main aspects of Glasgow's traditional architecture, and one of the things which makes the city architecturally distinct, is its feature corners. Corner sites are often marked by grand buildings topped by corner towers and/or domes (see top right and bottom left pictures), and the Union Corner Building was part of this tradition (top left).

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It's the first street many people see after arriving at Central Station and Union Corner is on two major sightlines through the city centre (south down Renfield Street and west along Gordon Street from Buchanan Street). This means the choice of building for this location will have a major impact on how the city looks and feels.

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