Billboards that caused traffic chaos
Fresh controversy erupted over Dublin’s “billboards for bikes” scheme after one of the new advert panels became an instant traffic hazard.
Coroner’s Court set for overhaul
A major facelift is planned for the 107-year-old Dublin City Coroner’s Court in Store Street in the city centre.
Architectural Heritage Survey of County Sligo launched
Mr Michael Finneran, T.D. Minister for Housing, Urban Renewal, & Developing Areas has launched the Department’s Architectural Heritage Survey of County Sligo and the associated book,
Planning board gets 127 appeals on Ballsbridge tower
An Bord Pleanála is to hold a preliminary meeting next Wednesday to deal with the 127 appeals it received on developer Seán Dunne’s plans for the Jurys/Berkeley Court hotel sites in Ballsbridge,
Leinster House restoration is delayed for a year
A multi-million euro restoration of Leinster House has been delayed for a year because the Department of Finance insists the job must be completed for a pre-agreed price.
Dublin docklands €4.5bn expansion plan goes on show
A €4.5 billion plan for the further development of Dublin’s docklands has been put on display for public consultation.
Green light for Gresham Hotel revamp
Dublin City Council has approved plans for a major revamp of Dublin’s Gresham Hotel which will it expand the number of its bedrooms by almost 50 per cent.
Architect slams Byrne for being ‘out of touch’
An award-winning architect has labelled Gabriel Byrne’s criticism of a modern building in Dublin city centre as “absurd”
More details sought on Carlton site
Dublin City Council has asked for further information before making a decision on plans for a €1.25 billion redevelopment of a site centred on the former Carlton cinema on O’Connell Street.
Public picks Donegal home for top architecture award
A private house overlooking Lough Swilly in Co Donegal is the first winner of a major Irish architectural award to be voted on by the public.
