Dublin

This single storey extension was designed with an efficient open plan for kitchen dining and relaxation space; and constructed to be the optimum size to qualify for exemption from planning permission. Caulfield Wright Architects Caulfield Wright Architects As the rear garden faces west, this extension maximises the sun’s path with an open corner to the south and west facades. This feature allows the passive solar gain to be captured in winter and free flowing space to be enjoyed in the summer. Sliding doors to both facades, with no obstruction on the corner, allows both doors to slide open, creating  a strong visual connection to the outside. The deep reveal provides shelter so that the door can be left open even when... More

In the ever-changing world of insurance products, the Innovation Hub allows the client to bring together staff from all departments to work collaboratively on new and innovative projects.   A series of balconies were inserted at the level of the roof to allow visual links between the social spaces on the first and second floor and the new Innovation Hub. These balconies are used as casual meeting spaces for all staff. The underside of these balconies serves a second function, to hold the AC units.   The functionality of the Innovation Hub is key to its success. It has been designed to be used as a series of three aligned groupings which can be combined into a large single space. These groups of tables can be separated with a s... More

Terminal 2 forms the centrepiece of Dublin Airports’ extensive five-year investment programme.   The comprehensive masterplan Pascall+Watson created for Dublin Airport in 2005 considered over 100 individual projects. The most significant project, and the one that transformed the passenger experience, was the new 75,000m² Terminal 2 which Pascall+Watson led from concept through to completion.   With a throughput of up to 15 million passengers per year, Terminal 2 has increased Dublin Airports’ capacity to 32 million, positioning it as one of the top 20 European airports for international traffic.   Externally, the terminal is symbolic and sculptural, suggesting metaphors of flight. Despite its bespoke ap... More

Special ceiling for centenary year It was decided to use Forbo’s Desktop for the panels. Each name is laser cut on an individual panel. The panels are made in 10 colours and are arranged in a way to make a floating coloured carpet of names. As the floor space need to be kept free it was decided that the installation should be hung from a ceiling. The new ceiling is installed in The Red Room, named for its timber walls and Forbo Walton red linoleum floor. At a special event the ceiling was unveiled by Minister for Education and Skills and graduate of the school, Ruairi Quinn TD. Flooring material: Desktop More