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Blessington Community College redevelopment reaches tender stage eight years after first announcement

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

The Department of Education has confirmed that the redevelopment of Blessington Community College in Co. Wicklow has advanced to tender stage. The scheme will deliver a three-storey, 1,000-pupil post-primary school with six Special Education Needs classes.

Kingspan acquires Kilkenny steel manufacturer Duggan Profiles after CCPC clearance

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Cavan-headquartered Kingspan has announced the acquisition of Co. Kilkenny-based Duggan Profiles, following clearance by the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission. The deal strengthens Kingspan's single-skin construction sheeting proposition in Ireland.

Dunloe Hotel begins €100m demolition and rebuild programme near Killarney as Liebherr family invests in luxury resort

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Dunloe Hotel & Gardens near Killarney has commenced a €100m redevelopment involving demolition of bedroom blocks and construction of a new five-storey, 97-room luxury resort. The project is among the largest hotel construction investments in the history of the Irish State.

Barry Foote of Reddy A+U wins Rising Star in Architecture at Building and Architect of the Year Awards 2026

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Barry Foote, Associate Director at Reddy A+U, has been named Rising Star in Architecture at the Building and Architect of the Year Awards 2026, in recognition of a career trajectory that combines technical mastery, innovation leadership, and a bold vision for the future of the profession. His win signals the arrival of a new generation of Irish architectural talent already shaping how the sector approaches modern methods of construction, technology adoption, and professional mentorship.

Fit Out Conference 2026 Speaker Graham O'Donnell on Why 2026 is a Defining Year for Irish Fit-Out

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Graham O'Donnell, Founder and Design Director of O'Donnell O'Neill Design, will join the Fit Out Conference 2026 on 11 June with a clear perspective on what the sector needs to confront this year.

The Renovation Opportunity: Why First-Time Buyers Are Driving Architecture's Most Compelling New Residential Brief

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Nationwide research shows 61% of NI first-time buyers chose renovation properties to enter the market. For building and architecture firms, Ireland's EUR 8 billion renovation economy signals a durable, design-led growth opportunity.

Allen Morris Co secures funding for Sarasota apartment development

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

US developer Allen Morris Co. has secured financing for a new luxury apartment scheme in Florida. The project highlights building and architecture activity centred on multifamily residential delivery, mixed-use design and urban growth.

KASCO Developments completes VOLNA waterfront residences ahead of schedule

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

UAE developer KASCO Developments has completed a waterfront residential scheme in Dubai ahead of schedule. The project highlights building and architecture priorities around delivery certainty, urban residential growth and high-density design execution.

Mary Queen of Peace Primary School begins construction on new building

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Construction has begun on a new £10m school building in County Antrim to modernise education infrastructure. The project highlights investment in educational architecture focused on campus consolidation, learning environments and long-term community use.

PJ Hegarty appoints Maurice Killeen to lead Irish operations

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Irish construction contractor PJ Hegarty has appointed a new managing director for Ireland amid continued project expansion. The leadership change reflects growing activity across infrastructure, life sciences, aviation and commercial building delivery.

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