Spaces & Layouts

Main Hall

A narrow vestibule leads to this imposing double-height space. As with all the rooms to the north side of the House, dark oak panelling and heavy wooden beams overhead maximize dramatic impact.

Three leaded windows allow the space to take on a cool blue light. Lanterns hang from the ceiling beams, a nod to Mackintosh’s Glasgow School of Art library, with a further row of lanterns below the Minstrel’s Gallery reminiscent of the Windyhill, Kilmacolm residence.

The room leads to the Grand Staircase, similar in style to that found at The Hill House in Helensburgh. Larger and more ambitious, is also includes a semi-circular half-landing on which to pause or perhaps pose. A burnished copper and stained glass light fitting adds a warm ambiance to accompany your climb.

Delicately crafted details including beaten pewter panels stand out among the repeating vertical lines of the wooden wall panelling and elegant support columns. Bird heads and their outstretched wings are seen throughout the house, illustrating Mackintosh’s love of feathered creatures.

“It’s almost like working with jewellery but you are working with glass.”
(Linda Cannon, stained glass artists)

Stained glass panels within the south-facing Music Room doors dance with colour, hinting at the light-filled space beyond.

Music Room

As was his want, Mackintosh leads you effortlessly yet impactfully from darkness and into the light.

From tables and high-backed chairs to wall panelling, decorative fireplace and piano case, the Music Room is a magnificent vision in a delicate palate of white, rose, violet and green. Metallic gold and silver accents glisten as sunlight streams into this south-facing space. As with the Dining Room, a white vaulted ceiling leads your gaze up towards a collection of elegant glass lanterns, clustered in small groups for added impact.

“His work is going to influence architecture for the next century.”
(James Winnett, Tour Guide)

Six double-height curved French doors, guarded by ethereal female figures, beckon towards the balcony. Step out to uninterrupted views across the grounds to Bellahouston Park, the perfect finishing touch in warmer spring and summer months. Glance back towards the House exterior incorporating an elaborate stone ‘Tree of Life’ carving.

From weddings to our frequent Music Recitals, designed by one of the art world’s most renowned partnerships, romance is still very much alive.

Art Lover’s Bar

The Art Lover’s Bar is located on the ground floor providing a superb space for evening reception and entertainment. Whether you wish to have a chillout room, children’s area or fun photo both, the adjacent lounge area can be adapted to suit.

Oval Room

The Oval Room is exclusively yours, a welcome sanctuary for the happy couple – complete with key! With private bathroom and floor-length mirror, the bridal couple can make use of this perfectly formed preening space, which can then be used for photographs, storing presents, or just as a quiet retreat for the happy couple post ceremony.