Glancy Nicholls secures planning approval for Barber Institute refurbishment

Scheme includes essential repairs and new learning wing at Birmingham cultural venue

Birmingham-based Glancy Nicholls Architects has secured planning approval and listed building consent for a refurbishment programme at the Barber Institute of Fine Arts at the University of Birmingham.

The project seeks to improve accessibility, enhance visitor experience, and introduce a new learning wing. The Grade I-listed building, designed by architect Robert Atkinson and completed in 1939, is regarded as a significant example of interwar institutional architecture.

This is premium content. 

Only logged in subscribers have access to it.

Login or SUBSCRIBE to view this story

Gated access promo

Existing subscriber? LOGIN

A subscription to Building Design will provide:

  • Unlimited architecture news from around the UK
  • Reviews of the latest buildings from all corners of the world
  • Full access to all our online archives
  • PLUS you will receive a digital copy of WA100 worth over £45.

Subscribe now for unlimited access.

Alternatively REGISTER for free access on selected stories and sign up for email alerts