SEC Armadillo

Overview

The SEC Armadillo is an iconic concert and performance venue whose interlocking shell-like roof earned it the Armadillo nickname. Designed by Norman Foster and opened in 1997, it is part of the SEC on the Clyde.

Highlights

• Distinctive Architecture: The design references both a Clyde-built ship hull and an armadillo shell.
• World-Class Performances: Comedy, music, theatre, and conference events year-round.
• Clydeside Setting: Part of the SEC complex alongside the OVO Hydro.

History

Designed by Foster + Partners and opened in 1997, the building was renamed SEC Armadillo in 2017 after years of the nickname being in common use.

Visitor Tips

• Tip 1: Best viewed from the south bank of the Clyde or the Clyde Walkway.
• Tip 2: Check the SEC events calendar for upcoming performances.
• Duration: 15–30 minutes (exterior viewing).