Stay Informed on Corporate Sustainability

Author: Westmeath Independent

Ericsson is relocating its Athlone operations to a new purpose-built facility at the IDA Business and Technology Park in Garrycastle. The €200 million investment will create a modern, sustainable, and efficient workspace for 1,300 employees.

Author: Irishbuilding

Designer Group has launched a new €10 million modular manufacturing facility in Kells, Co. Meath, Ireland. The 4,000sqm workshop will scale operations and support up to 75 roles, strengthening modular solutions for energy, data centre, and pharma sectors.

Author: siliconrepublic

Quest Software has opened a new Centre for Advanced AI Architecture in Cork, Ireland, supporting AI adoption through R&D, engineering and collaboration with local universities. The expansion is expected to generate around 100 new roles over time.

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

After Little Black Box Collective was recognised for its Dublin 8 Workspace at the 2025 Building & Architect of the Year Awards, their achievement sets a benchmark for sustainable and human-centred office design as the industry looks ahead to 2026.

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

The building and architecture sector is entering a period defined by design ambition, strategic expansion, and renewed investment in the built environment. This edition highlights initiatives that demonstrate how organisations are adapting to evolving demands in urban development and architectural quality. Earlier this year, 'COHN wins Building of the Year - Retail at Building & Architect of the Year Awards 2025’ underscores how thoughtful design continues to elevate commercial spaces. That recognition reinforces the momentum driving architectural excellence as the 2026 awards approach. In addition, 'Gilbert-Ash opens new Dublin headquarters to expand Irish operations’ highlights a strategic investment that strengthens the firm’s presence in a key market. The move signals confidence in Ireland’s construction pipeline and the opportunities it presents. Lastly, 'Reclaims Global to acquire Serangoon Road property for redevelopment’ reflects the growing emphasis on revitalising high-potential urban sites. The acquisition showcases how global developers are responding to shifting needs in city planning and mixed-use environments. These stories illustrate a sector embracing design leadership, strategic expansion, and transformative development. Organisations advancing these principles are positioned to shape resilient, future-focused built environments.

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

After COHN was recognised for the Armatile Dublin Design Centre at the 2025 Building & Architect of the Year Awards earlier this year, their achievement sets a benchmark for innovation and design excellence as the industry looks ahead to 2026.

Author: The Korea Herald

Audeum Audio Museum in Seoul wins Prix Versailles Special Prize for Interior, recognising excellence in museum design. Designed by Kengo Kuma & Associates, it showcases historical audio equipment and immersive experiences.

Author: EdgeProp

Reclaims Global has acquired the six-storey Serangoon Building for $38.8 million and plans to redevelop it to improve efficiency, expand lettable space and enhance long-term rental returns. The site sits strategically near Farrer Park MRT.

Author: The Irish Times

Dublin City Council has approved a seven-storey, 434-bed hostel on Townsend Street, replacing a long-derelict site. The project includes shared rooms, a café, and retained historic facades, amid mixed local reactions.

Author: kildarenow

Planning permission has been granted for a €712k office development in Naas, Co Kildare. The project involves demolishing an existing two-storey commercial building, adding a 328 sq.m. office extension, PV solar panels, rooflights, and associated site works.