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Housing association delivers more than 600 in-demand one- and two-bed social homes

24 Jul , 2024  

Clúid Housing, Ireland’s leading AHB, provided 1,085 new safe, secure and affordable life-time homes in 2023, including 621 one- and two-bed homes.  At the launch of their annual report for 2023 – Partnering for Progress – Clúid Housing confirmed that, for the second year in a row, they had delivered more than 1,000 new homes […]

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Dún Laoghaire Baths named Winner of AR Public Awards 2024

22 Jul , 2024  

The Dún Laoghaire Baths by dlr Architects and A2 Architects has been announced as the proud winner of the prestigious AR public awards 2024.  Originally built in 1843, the Dún Laoghaire Baths have been redeveloped by Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council, and include the restoration of a pavilion, a new jetty featuring in-built seating, a changing […]

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Uisce Éireann commencing €22m upgrade of water treatment plant at Whitegate, Co. Cork

22 Jul , 2024  

Uisce Éireann has announced the commencement of an upgrade at Whitegate Water Treatment Plant (WTP). The upgrade will ensure a safe, secure, and reliable supply of drinking water to approximately 10,300 people served by the Whitegate Regional Water Supply.  This significant investment, which is being carried out in partnership with Cork County Council, will address risks […]

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BauWatch introduces cutting-edge security solutions to combat construction site crimewave in Ireland

22 Jul , 2024  

BauWatch, a leading provider of construction site security solutions across Europe, has opened a new office in Ireland to service both Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland. Spun out of Dutch construction group Visser Assen over a decade ago, BauWatch has played a lead role in shaping the global market for temporary outdoor security […]

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Chadwicks Group launch External Wall insulation Training Academy at Robinhood Road Branch

5 Jul , 2024  

Chadwicks Group in partnership with Baumit, a leading provider of innovative building solutions, has announced the opening of the new External Wall insulation (EWI) Training Academy at Robinhood Road Branch. This state-of-the-art facility will facilitate a comprehensive EWI training course, tailored for skilled professionals in the construction industry. Located at the Chadwicks branch on Robinhood […]

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Planning granted for 119,500 sq ft Grade A urban logistics development in Santry

3 Jul , 2024  

Planning permission has been granted to construct a 119,500 sq ft, Grade A, urban logistics park, on a prime 5-acre site, located on the Swords Road, Santry, Co. Dublin. A joint venture (JV) between developer Chancerygate and specialist sustainable and impact investor Bridges Fund Management, will speculatively develop the permitted scheme, comprising 14 units ranging from 3,600 sq […]

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Kitchen specialist Potter Cowan opens new state of the art showroom in Belfast

2 Jul , 2024  

Potter Cowan, a leading name in kitchen solutions has announced the grand opening of its new cutting-edge showroom in Belfast. The milestone marks the culmination of a significant six-figure investment supported by the company’s trusted supply partners.  The expansive new interactive 3,000 sq ft working trade showroom, which is located at Potter Cowan’s head office […]

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Sisk relocates to new retrofit smart HQ at Citywest Business Campus

1 Jul , 2024  

Ireland’s largest construction and engineering firm, Sisk has moved over 200 of its staff into a newly retrofitted building at Citywest Business Campus, Dublin. As a result of the retrofit its new HQ has achieved an energy rating of A3, up from D2. The new offices were officially open by An Tanaiste, Michéal Martin. The […]

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20 outstanding projects celebrated at RIAI Architecture Awards

24 Jun , 2024  

The Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland (RIAI) has announced the winners of the 2024 RIAI Architecture Awards. The Awards Jury selected 20 winners across 9 different categories, including Sustainability, Restoration and Repair, and Urban Design and Public Realm. The RIAI Public Choice Award – where the Irish public select their favourite building or […]

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The Lark Concert Hall in Balbriggan voted the public’s favourite building at the RIAI Awards 2024

21 Jun , 2024  

The Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland (RIAI) is delighted to announce the winner of the prestigious RIAI Public Choice Award. With over 20,000 votes cast by the general public, this year’swinner isThe Lark Concert Hall in Balbriggan, Fingal, by Stephen Foley Architects and CAMPUS.  The overwhelming support reflects the project’s outstanding contribution to […]