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Henry J Lyons wins Building of the Year Office for The Shipping Office at Building and Architect of the Year Awards 2026
Looking back at the Building and Architect of the Year Awards 2026, Henry J Lyons took Building of the Year in the Office category for The Shipping Office, a scheme the judges praised for bringing together new build and heritage elements with clarity, control, and a strong and consistent architectural language. As the profession looks ahead to the 2027 cycle, The Shipping Office stands as a refined and impactful reference point for how commercial architecture can honour existing fabric while delivering the performance and ambition the modern office market demands.
Europe's Leading Builder: What Goodbody's Benchmark Data Means for Ireland's Building and Architecture Sector
Goodbody data shows Ireland building 7.2 homes per 1,000 people, more than double the EU average. For building and architecture leaders, this European benchmark positions Ireland as the continent's most active residential construction market.
Downing completes £250m refinancing of Manchester co-living towers
Downing has completed a £249.2 million refinancing of Acer and Fernley, two co-living towers within its £400 million Square Gardens development. Bank of Ireland provided the loan facilities for the SimpsonHaugh-designed scheme.
Derbyshire County Hall hotel conversion set for approval
Derbyshire Dales District Council is set to approve a £130 million plan to convert Derbyshire County Council's Matlock headquarters into a hotel and homes. The scheme also restores the historic Winter Gardens.
Farrans opens applications for 60 graduate and apprentice roles
Belfast-headquartered contractor Farrans has opened applications for 60 graduate, placement and apprenticeship roles starting in 2027. The Sisk-owned firm's early careers cohort now makes up 10 per cent of its workforce.
Kildare County Council appoints contractor for Monasterevin housing
Kildare County Council has signed a contract appointing Axis Construction to build 13 social housing units at St Evin's Park, Monasterevin. The scheme is funded through the Social Housing Investment Programme.
Chadwicks Group opens first Northern Ireland branch in Belfast
Chadwicks Group has opened its first Northern Ireland branch in Belfast, combining The Panelling Centre and Sitetech to supply joinery and civil engineering products. The Grafton-owned merchant will employ eight staff there.
OCMA and KJA win Building of the Year Medical and Health at Building and Architect of the Year Awards 2026
Looking back at the Building and Architect of the Year Awards 2026, OCMA and KJA took Building of the Year in the Medical and Health category for University Hospital Limerick Acute Inpatient Ward Block, a technically demanding scheme the judges commended for its exceptional delivery above live clinical services during one of the most challenging periods in Irish healthcare. As the profession looks ahead to the 2027 cycle, University Hospital Limerick stands as a definitive reference point for how large-scale healthcare architecture can be delivered with clarity, care, and precision without compromising the clinical environment it serves.
The Generation That Gave Up on Ownership: Why PTSB's 2026 Report Is a Strategic Brief for the Building and Architecture Sector
PTSB data shows 52% of under-35s believe they will never own a home and 43% would consider social housing. For building and architecture firms, the data confirms Ireland's most powerful residential demand signal in a generation.
Cumberland Council completes Maryport cinema redevelopment
Cumberland Council has completed the redevelopment of The Carlton, a former Maryport cinema, into an entertainment venue and office space. The £12 million scheme was funded by the council, government and Sellafield Ltd.
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