31 Birness Drive is a tower block in Pollokshaws, Glasgow. It was built in 1966 and is 22 storeys tall. Unlike many blocks in the area which are in the process of being demolished, it has received significant internal and external refurbishment, which finished in June 2010. Refurbishment including new storage heater based central heating, new security front doors on each flat and new kitchen and bathroom installation including the fitting of power showers. Internally a new common landing lighting system has been installed and common landings have been repainted. Externally the block has been fitted with thermal over-cladding and has been repainted in more aesthetically pleasing colours.