1932 – American International Building, New York
Completed in 1932 during the New York skyscraper race, which accounts for its gothic-like spire-topped appearance to gain height,
Completed in 1932 during the New York skyscraper race, which accounts for its gothic-like spire-topped appearance to gain height,
The Buller Building opened in 1932 and is similar to the Tier Building which also faces the Administration Building,
A fine imposing bridge built high to allow for ship traffic. Major J.R. Grants’s steel structure contrasts with the architects,
Designed in a Beaux-Arts Neoclassical style, the facade features two curved wings with engaged Ionic columns, a rusticated base of Cotopaxi granite,
Ceremonial gates to welcome the Papal Legate to the City of Dublin for the 1932 Eucharistic Congress. Cardinal Lorenzo Lauri was formally welcomed here by the Lord Mayor of Dublin.
Alternative plans for a proposed ‘Customs Examination Station’ to be located at Belcoo in December 1933.
Former power station for the Dublin United Tramways Company with a rendered Art Deco facade. Plasterer: M.
A very interesting building on a narrow site, this small department store has Art Nouveau motifs and a fine original glazed canopy.
The Parkgate entrance to the Phoenix Park was remodelled for the 1932 Eucharistic Congress. The original central piers of the gates were removed and a temporary structure erected as a triumphal archway for the faithful to walk through.
This temporary altar was constructed for the final blessing of the 1932 Eucharistic Congress in Dublin. Earlier in the day, there had been a Solemn Pontifical High Mass at 1 p.m.