Mythen Construction Ltd is delighted to be a finalist in the 2022 Irish Construction Industry Awards for its successful delivery of the new Mortuary and Post-Mortem Building at University Hospital Waterford (UHW).
Shortlisted in the Health & Education Project of the Year category, the 1,030m2 building in Ardkeen features a public multi-faith prayer room with curved features along with high-finish concrete constructed canopied external receiving area, a walled courtyard, and several sensitively designed viewing rooms which aim to provide comforting and a respectful atmosphere in addition to housing an integrated post-mortem room, as well as a separate specialist forensic post-mortem room which will facilitate clinical requirements, including a raised viewing room for forensic and educational purposes.
The building also houses a collection of state-of-the-art equipment, within a single facility which is unique in Europe. The areas also benefit from a number of installed artworks commissioned for the building, by the Waterford Healing Arts Trust.
Designed by CJ Falconer & Associates, the design sought to create an elegant landmark structure, visible from the adjacent Waterford City-Centre arterial roadway, and retail / residential areas. The design was developed while being cognisant to ensure that no disruption would be created by the delivery of the building within the vicinity of the ‘blue-light route’ of a live hospital campus. Built by Mythen Construction in just under 18 months, the facility sets a new national standard and represents an enhanced service for the deceased, their families and loved ones. It is aesthetically pleasing, subtle and respectful, and has been favourably commented upon by both the State Pathologist and Assistant State Pathologist. The mortuary’s sight lines blend appropriately with the adjacent gate lodge and the 1950s-built sanitorium buildings to its rear.
“We are very pleased with the finished product,” stated Mythen Construction Ltd.
“It was a challenging project which incorporated the fitting out of specialist mortuary equipment, high-level mechanical and electrical integration in conjunction with a combination of high-quality façade finishes during a difficult pandemic period and on the Campus of a live hospital environment. It was a real team effort from all stakeholders, and we’re delighted to be recognised with the award nomination.”
Launched in 2014, the Irish Construction Industry Awards recognise, encourage, and celebrate original and innovative contractors, businesses, teams, consultants and projects that demonstrate excellence in the built environment. No stranger to award ceremonies, Mythen Construction Limited has grown to become a nationally recognised main contractor since it was established in Foulksmills, Co. Wexford in 1994. The company has successfully completed hundreds of projects across all ranges of the construction industry in both the public and private sectors, with values ranging from €250,000 to in excess of €30 million.
Mythen Construction’s history, outstanding workmanship, experience and trustworthy reputation ensures your project is delivered safely, to the highest standards and in accordance with agreed programme and budgets. Among the sectors it operates within are commercial, education, healthcare, retail, hotel & leisure, residential, industrial, pharmaceutical, social infrastructure and fitout.
As a company which relishes a challenge, Mythen Construction brings a unique energy and vision to every project it undertakes, always striving to deliver above and beyond customers’ expectations. In all of its undertakings, Mythen Construction Limited’s principle of value-for-money, quality customer service and on-time completions are applied to ensure a seamless project delivery for clients. The unique requirements of customers are prioritised throughout each project.
Some of Mythen Construction’s recently completed high-profile projects include: the award-winning St John’s College refurbishment and new residential project in Waterford; South East Technical University Learning & Resource Centre Building Carlow ;New Butler Art Gallery in Kilkenny; Brewhouse redevelopment in New Abbey Quarter Kilkenny ,Oldtown housing development comprising 110 constructed high-end energy-efficient quality homes in Naas, Co. Kildare;; Merck Sharp & Dohme Fitout in Luzern, Switzerland; Kildangan Stud Godolphin Group in Kildare; MRI upgrade works in St Luke’s Hospital, Kilkenny along with works to Druid’s Glen high-end extension project in Wicklow and the award-winning Monart House Hotel & Destination Spa in Wexford & Fitout of works to 2-4 Merrion Row, Dublin for Irish Life Property fund.
Mythen Construction is an ‘A’ rated Safe T Certified company which operates with a total commitment towards Health & Safety. Mythen is also ISO 9001:2015 registered for its Management Systems, is CIRI (Construction Industry Register Ireland) registered and a member of NISO (National Irish Safety Organisation).
All our site management are trained and accredited to the highest standards. Health, safety and welfare is also a major consideration in the procurement and appointment of Mythen’s chain suppliers. The company continues to invest in technology to offer customers latest efficiencies throughout all aspects of each project, from inception to final completion.
Passionate about construction, Mythen Construction Limited would like to take this opportunity to thank its clients, suppliers, architects, design teams and sub-contractors for their continued support as well as its staff for their hard work, dedication and expertise.
Mythen Construction Ltd
Longraigue,
Foulksmills,
Co. Wexford.
Telephone: +353 (0)51 565 615
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.mythenconstruction.ie
This article was published in Building Ireland Magazine, February 2023, Vol 9 No 2
