Glasgow School of Art opens Charles Rennie Mackintosh's new building

Background. The Glasgow School of Art is a higher education institution in Glasgow, Scotland. In 1897, work began on a new building on Renfrew Street, funded by a £10,000 donation from the Bellahouston Trust. The school's director, Francis Newbery, chose Charles Rennie Mackintosh for the commission, overseeing a period of expansion and growing reputation for the institution.

Design and Construction. Charles Rennie Mackintosh designed the building, which was constructed in phases between 1896 and 1909. The first half of the building was completed in 1899, and the second half in 1909. The Glasgow School of Art project (1897–1909) was the project that helped make Mackintosh's international reputation. The passages do not state a specific day in December 1899 for the completion or opening.

Architect's Role. Charles Rennie Mackintosh was a Scottish architect and designer who joined the practice Honeyman and Keppie in 1889. He was chosen for the Glasgow School of Art commission by director Francis Newbery. The Glasgow School of Art project ran from 1897 to 1909 and was the project that helped make his international reputation.

Funding and Selection. The construction of the new building was funded by a donation of £10,000 from the Bellahouston Trust, left from the will of Moses Stevens. The school's director, Francis Newbery, selected Charles Rennie Mackintosh for the commission, overseeing a period of expansion and fast-growing reputation for the institution.