HFD Appoints Charles Harte as Development Director to Lead Landmark Hotel Redevelopment
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GLASGOW – November 13 2025
HFD Property Group has appointed Charles Harte as Development Director, bringing more than 25 years’ experience in luxury hotel and redevelopment projects across the UK and Europe.
Charles will lead the redevelopment of 95 Bothwell Street in Glasgow, transforming the B-listed building into a high-quality hotel in partnership with Partners-To Group. The project will celebrate the character and heritage of the landmark while creating a vibrant new hospitality destination in the heart of the city.
With a background that includes leading the Gleneagles Townhouse redevelopment in Edinburgh and delivering major international projects for Adriatic Marinas and Malmaison & Hotel du Vin, Charles has built a strong reputation for delivering distinctive, high-quality developments that combine heritage sensitivity and modern standards.
Beyond 95 Bothwell Street, Charles will also contribute to other HFD Property Group projects, including the redevelopment of 6 Blythswood Square and the Group’s broader portfolio of best-in-class office and mixed-use developments.
Charles Harte, Development Director, said:
“HFD has a well-earned reputation for delivering exceptional, high-quality developments, a standard that strongly resonates with my own experience. The 95 Bothwell Street project represents an opportunity to restore one of Glasgow’s most distinctive heritage buildings and reimagine it as a destination hotel of unique character and quality. Sustainability has been central to our planning approach, and I’m looking forward to working with the team to bring this landmark back to life and to contribute across HFD’s wider property projects.”
Stephen Lewis, Managing Director of HFD Property Group, added:
“Charles brings a wealth of experience in luxury hotel and property development, both in the UK and internationally. His appointment comes at a key time as we progress with the 95 Bothwell Street redevelopment and continue to expand our pipeline of premium, sustainable projects. His leadership and insight will be invaluable as we deliver this exciting addition to Glasgow’s city centre and enhance HFD’s reputation for best-in-class developments.”
About HFD
HFD is Scotland’s leading commercial property company. Over the last 35 years, it has built a solid reputation for high-quality commercial developments and innovation. Predominantly office-led, HFD’s portfolio includes industrial, datacentre, retail, leisure, and hotel projects across Scotland. Its services span development and construction to property management, technology, and renewables.
