The Herald has revealed Soho House, a group of private members’ clubs with venues across the world, is to open in Glasgow.
The new club is part of a continued expansion by Soho House both in the UK and overseas.
The first Soho House in Scotland will give paying members Soho House exclusive and luxury amenities in a historic city centre property that spans four floors.
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Here's all there is to know about Soho House Glasgow ahead of its much-anticipated opening in the city in 2024.
What is Soho House?
Soho House is described as a members' club for "like-minded creative thinkers" to meet, relax, have fun and grow.
It was launched in Soho, London, where its first venue opened in 1995 by founder Nick Jones, promising a "home away from home for creatives".
It now has over 175,000 members worldwide and a waiting list in the region of 95,000.
As well as restaurants, spas, workspaces, and cinemas, Soho House has spread to over 40 locations worldwide in cities such as Chicago, New York, Berlin, Rome, Hong Kong and Mumbai.
Forthcoming openings this year include Soho House Mexico City, Soho House Portland and Soho House Sao Paulo, while a site in Manchester is also expected to open in 2024.
Where will Soho House Glasgow be located?
The first Soho House in Scotland will be located in the former Parish Halls building on George Street, overlooking Glasgow City Chambers.
The red sandstone building, constructed in 1900, was designed in an Edwardian Baroque style with much carved decoration with a symmetrical five-bay elevation to George Street.
It was designed by the architects Thomson & Sandilands, who designed prestigious buildings throughout Scotland.
The revitalisation of the building forms part of the £100 million Love Loan urban regeneration project to transform the north-east corner of George Square.
What can members expect?
Offering a hub for “people involved in creative industries”, Soho House Glasgow will have various spaces for members to eat, drink and socialise across four floors - including a roof terrace.
Last night saw Soho House Glasgow Committee members - such as Jamie Genevieve, Barrington Reeves and Sanjeev Kohli - and the local creative community given a taste of what to expect when the venue opens at an intimate dinner hosted by The Soho House team to celebrate the House coming to the city.
The glamourous event, held on the roof of The Schoolhouse building in the Kinning Park area of the city, saw Soho House’s UK Executive Chef, Nathanial Tofan, cook up a three-course menu, bringing a taste of Soho House to Glasgow, as well as their signature cocktails.
How can I become a member of Soho House Glasgow?
Glasgow-based creatives who are interested in joining Soho House’s existing community in the city can apply for a Cities Without Houses membership – giving access to local events hosted by Soho House as well as entry to Soho House locations globally when they travel, via the Soho House website.
Cities Without Houses Glasgow membership costs £2,200 a year (£1,050 for Under 27 members) with no joining fee. You can choose to pay annually or monthly.
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