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The Hill House in Helensburgh
Upper Colquhoun Street, Helensburgh
Tel: +44 (0)1436-673900
Open: 1st April - 31st October, Daily: 1:30pm - 5:30pm
Facilities: Tea room open 1.30 to 4.30pm
Nestling high above the Clyde Estuary in the pituresque Victorian town
of Helensburgh, The Hill House is one of Charles Rennie Mackintosh’s
finest examples of domestic architecture. The house was commissioned in
1902 by leading Glasgow publisher Walter Blackie and continues to be at
the forefront of architectural excellence in Scotland today. Blackie requested
an individual feel to the design of his home and asked Mackintosh not
only to design the exterior and grounds, but also the furniture and interiors.
Mackintosh’s wife, Margaret Macdonald played an integral part in
the development of this grand project, having produced the fabric designs
and a customised panel spanning the fireplace in the drawing room. Tel: +44 (0)1436-673900
Open: 1st April - 31st October, Daily: 1:30pm - 5:30pm
Facilities: Tea room open 1.30 to 4.30pm
A visit to the Hill House in Helensburgh is a visual feast for architecture and design lovers and creativity is the essence of this remarkable property. The gallery exhibits a collection of work produced by Mackintosh inspired artists, adding a contemporary touch as well as maintaining the creative link between the ingenuity of Rennie Mackintosh and existing talent today. Visitors are also informed about the special bond between Blackie and Mackintosh and how their relationship was influential in the development of the Hill House.
The building itself is constructed from local sandstone and is its architecture is a reflection of Scottish baronial traditions. This narrow and elongated property spans from west to east and features an entrance off the road to the west. It was designed in such a way so that all major rooms are south facing with excellent panoramic vistas of the Clyde Estuary. At the eastern section, a wing extends north and was home to rooms for the kitchen, utilities and the children.
For the interior, Mackintosh played a large part in designing the fixtures and fittings, including fireplaces and furnishings. His attentions extended from the design of built-in wardrobes for the white bedroom to his intricate craftsmanship of a superb set of pewter fire tongs and poker. Interior walls in the Hill House are generally white, although some feature delicate stencil designs in shades of pale greens, pinks, and silver.
A walk around the gardens is the perfect way to complete your visit to the Hill House. The stylishly elegant grounds have recently become a popular setting for showcasing works of art, including George Rickey’s kinetic sculpture. Facilities include a vibrant designed shop selling a unique selection of objets d’art designed by contemporary artists. The adjoining retail outlet offers an exclusive range of Mackintosh inspired souvenirs and books of architectural and historical interest. Guided tours are available by informative National Trust staff throughout the property and grounds.
Owned by the National Trust of Scotland, there is an entry charge of £8 for adults and £5 for concessions. The entry fee is waived for member of the National Trust. Please note that the Hill House Hotel is closed throughout the winter and will open from Good Friday to 31 October 2006.
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