A group of Irish architects has declared a climate and biodiversity emergency, following the lead of UK colleagues. Ireland is the latest country in the world to launch Architects Declare. Architects Declare is now calling on other Registered Architects in Ireland to join the group and to work together on creating a new future. All […]
An historic water works, a town library in a former market house, and a cathedral restored after a devastating fire, have all been announced as recipients of the Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland (RIAI) Silver Medal for Conservation. The RIAI Silver Medal is the highest award for buildings that have undergone a process […]
The housing crisis and infrstructure gaps were the focus at the CIF Annual Conference this morning in Croke Park. The event was attended by An Taoiseach Leo Varadkar and Housing Minister Eoghan Murphy. The Annual Conference follows CIF’s recent Pre-Budget 2020 submission, which highlighted the extension of the Help to Buy scheme as top of […]
With trade show season well underway it can be an overwhelming and confusing time for everyone involved, from sales and business development to marketing and communications. Trade shows are a live marketing event; therefore, you have one opportunity to create one unique first-time impression. There is an opportunity to turn attention into interest and ultimately […]
The CIF is encouraging construction companies to sign up to a Diversity and Inclusion pledge launched last night by its President Pat Lucey. Those companies signing up to the CIF Diversity and Inclusion Charter commit to improving D&I in their organisations. The initiative is seen as a step by industry to ensure all people feel […]
CIF is calling for an extension of the Help to Buy scheme as a top priority in their recent Pre-Budget 2020 Submission. Many housebuilders have reported that between 40% and 80% of homes sold to first time buyers are currently enabled by the Help to Buy Scheme. The measure is considered the most effective intervention […]
Small and medium Irish businesses are excluded from securing public sector contracts by multiple barriers. Currently, SMEs account for 99% of businesses in Ireland but smaller companies deliver less than 33% of public sector projects. A CIF report identified several barriers militating against SME participation in public sector contracts. These were identified as: · a […]
Grafton Merchanting ROI, Ireland’s leading building merchanting company today announced it is rebranding to Chadwicks Group as part of a €5m investment programme in the business. The €5m investment over the next three years includes a nationwide rebrand, in-branch refurbishments and a technology upgrade to enhance the overall customer experience. All Chadwicks Group branches will […]
For any business to reach the 40-year mark is truly a great achievement and for this month’s edition of Building Ireland we profile one such company that is doing that in 2019. Derry’s Ltd is internationally recognised as a leading manufacturer and supplier of high quality, durable contract and trade furniture. Headquartered in Annaghmore, Co […]
The Southern region of Cork, Limerick and Waterford has seen several essential road projects delayed over the past 18 months. The CIF is warning that the slowdown in investment threatens growth in region in the next five years. In a CIF member survey 75% of respondents were not confident that essential projects Project 2040 will […]
