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10 November 2025

STEM Building at Atlantic Technological University, Galway City

Minister Lawless marks the commencement of works on new STEM Building at Atlantic Technological University’s (ATU) Galway City campus.

An artists impression of new STEM Building at Atlantic Technological University’s (ATU) Galway City campus:

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Minister Lawless marks the commencement of works on new STEM Building at Atlantic Technological University’s (ATU) Galway City campus
Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science, James Lawless TD, visited Atlantic Technological University’s Galway City campus on Monday, November 10, to turn the sod and officially mark the commencement of construction on the new STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) Building. This project is one of eleven new buildings being delivered in the Higher Education Public Private Partnership (PPP) Programme.

The new building will comprise approximately 5,500 m² and will provide state-of-the-art teaching, learning, and laboratory spaces in STEM disciplines, predominantly serving Engineering, Science, and Computing.

Located on the east side of the campus facing Ballybane Road, this development will significantly enhance ATU’s capacity to deliver high-quality education and research in areas critical to Ireland’s future skills needs.

Speaking at the Galway City campus, Minister Lawless said: “Today marks a major milestone for ATU and for higher education in the West of Ireland. The new STEM Building is more than bricks and mortar, it’s an investment in innovation, in talent, and in the future of our economy.

This facility will offer cutting-edge spaces for engineering, science, and computing, disciplines that are crucial to Ireland’s competitiveness and sustainability. It reflects the Government’s commitment to supporting Technological Universities as engines of regional development and opportunity.

By expanding capacity and modernising infrastructure, we’re ensuring that students and staff have the resources they need to succeed, and that Galway continues to be a hub for knowledge, creativity, and enterprise.”

Dr Orla Flynn, President of ATU, said:
“The new STEM Building will create a dynamic environment for teaching, learning, and research, designed to foster collaboration and innovation.

It will enable us to meet growing demand in STEM disciplines and strengthen our engagement with industry partners, supporting skills development and economic growth across the region. Last month the Minister also turned the sod on another major development on our Letterkenny campus and we look forward to further developments in the future across ATU. I want to thank the Minister, the Department, the HEA, NDFA and all those involved in bringing this project to fruition, including our own team in ATU. We look forward to seeing this landmark building take shape here in Galway.”

Henry McGarvey, VP with responsibility for Campus Infrastructure & IT, added:
“The commencement of construction on the STEM Building is a proud moment for our ATU community. This facility will not only enhance the student experience but also position ATU as a leader in STEM education and research.

It will provide modern, purpose-built spaces that reflect the ambitions of our staff and students and the needs of the industries we serve. We are excited to see this project progress and to welcome future generations into a world-class learning environment.”

This project is being delivered under Project Ireland 2040, which recognises that investment in education is central to achieving a strong, balanced economy.

Completion of the building is expected in Q3 2027.

10 October 2025
Liberties House, 118 Cork Street
Architects: Concrete Amsterdam

7 July 2025
Clonmethan Glebe home extension, Oldtown, County Dublin
Architects: DUA

13 June 2025
Seoidin Courtyard House, Ratoath, County Meath
Architects: DUA

7 June 2025
Pleasant Street House, County Dublin
Architects: DUA

30 May 2025
Ballybrew Barn, Carneystown, County Wicklow
Design: DUA

photos : Aisling McCoy, Magnaparte
Nestled within the rolling landscape of Ballybrew, Ballybrew Barn, the new dwelling reinterprets the vernacular Irish agricultural shed to create a contemporary home that integrates seamlessly with its surroundings.

20 May 2025
DeValera Library & Súil Art Gallery, Ennis, County Clare
Design: Keith Williams Architects

photo : Sté Murray
The new 2,321m2 DeValera Library & Súil Art Gallery by Keith Williams Architects for Clare County Council, occupies a prominent site in the county town of Ennis.

29 May 2025
Foxes Grove House, County Dublin
Architect: DUA

20 February 2025
Sandford Lodge Residences, South County Dublin
Design: Shay Cleary Architects

photo : Jamie Hackett

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Ireland Architecture News + Key New Property Designs, alphabetical:

25 May 2023
Eblana Avenue Co-Living Dun Laoghaire
Design: HKR Architects

11 February 2023
Wilton Park Dublin placemaking
Design: Hassell, SPRD and Gehl

11 April 2023
Ulster University Belfast Campus Building, Belfast, Northern Ireland
Design: Feilden Clegg Bradley Studios with McAdam Design

photo : Donal McCann
The President of the United States, Joseph R. Biden Jr, will deliver his historic keynote address at Ulster University’s Belfast Campus on 12 April 2023 to mark the 25th anniversary of the Good Friday Agreement.

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Ireland Building News in 2022, chronological:

30 Nov 2022
The EXO, Dublin 1, Ireland
Design: Shay Cleary Architects

18 Nov 2022
Sport Ireland Campus Dublin masterplan, West Dublin
Design: FaulknerBrowns LLP, Architects

22 Jun 2022
The Residence, St Stephen’s Green
Design: Shay Cleary Architects

22 June 2022
Meeting House Lane Hotel
Design: Studio Anyo

10 May 2022
New homes in Cherrywood, south of Dublin
Design: Fletcher Priest Architects

5 May 2022
Clare County Library Ennis Building, Co Clare, south-west Ireland
Design: Keith Williams Architects

images courtesy of architects practice
Construction has restarted on the Clare County Library in Ennis, Co Clare, in mid-west Ireland. Stalled for many months following the collapse of the main contractor LM Keating, the project is once again underway with new contractor Coolsivna from Co. Galway appointed following a public re-tender.

16 Feb 2022
RSUA Design Awards 2022 Northern Ireland shortlist news

14 Jan 2022
Blackpitts Student Accommodation
Design: Shay Cleary Architects

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Irish Property Development Archive

Ireland Building News 2006 to 2021, chronological:

18 Nov 2021
The Wren Urban Nest, Dublin
Design: BDP
The Wren Urban Nest Dublin 2 Hotel

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8 Dec 2020
Adelaide Chambers, Dublin
Design: Broadstone Architects
Adelaide Chambers

1 Dec 2020
Dublin T1 Airport Building Renewal
Design: Atkins, architects
Dublin T1 Airport Building Renewal

15 Oct 2020

Design: Grant Associates with Fletcher Priest Architects
Cherrywood Village Masterplan South Dublin

post updated 8 Feb 2020
Beaufort Maritime and Energy Research Laboratory, Ringaskiddy, Cork, Ireland
Design: McCullough Mulvin Architects

photo © Christian Richters
Beaufort Maritime and Energy Research Laboratory in Cork

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21 Jun 2019
Omagh Integrated Primary & Nursery School
Omagh Integrated Primary & Nursery School Building

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11 Dec 2018
City Quays 2 Building, Belfast Harbour, Northern Ireland
Design: Grimshaw, Architects

photograph : Donal McCann Photography
City Quays 2 Belfast Harbour Building
The building’s design tunes Grimshaw’s world-wide experience to the specific needs of Belfast’s letting market.

6 Aug 2018
, Northern Ireland
Design: Allford Hall Monaghan Morris Architects (AHMM)

image courtesy of architects
The Sixth Belfast Office Building
Plans have been submitted to create Belfast’s first ever rooftop running track at The Sixth, the former Belfast Telegraph building, as part of a £75m regeneration plan that places ‘user well-being’ at the centre of a pioneering office and creative workspace development.

1 Aug 2018
The Butler Gallery, Kilkenny, County Kilkenny, province of Leinster, South-East Ireland
Design: McCullough Mulvin Architects

image © McCullough Mulvin Architects
Butler Gallery Building in Kilkenny
Dublin-based practice McCullough Mulvin Architects have begun refurbishment and conservation works to transform an historic former almshouse and garden in Kilkenny into a state-of-the-art home for The Butler Gallery – one of Ireland’s most vibrant contemporary art spaces.

13 Apr 2018
RSUA Design Awards Shortlist News

photo © Donal McCann
RSUA Design Awards 2018 Northern Ireland
Out of 37 schemes that were entered for the RSUA Design Awards in 2018, 21 have been shortlisted for further consideration for an award. The winners of this year’s RSUA Design Awards will be announced at a ceremony on 18th May 2018 at the Whitla Hall, Queen’s University Belfast.

24 Mar 2018
Clare County Library, Ennis, Co. Clare
Design: Keith Williams Architects

images courtesy of architects
Clare County Library Building
The new Clare County Library, designed by Keith Williams Architects in Ennis, County Clare, Ireland has been granted planning consent. The new 2,300m2 project for client Clare County Council, has been conceived as a new cultural hub for the town and the region.

9 Feb 2018
Adare Manor Hotel and Golf Resort, County Limerick, west Ireland
Design: ReardonSmith Architects / ReardonSmith Landscape

photo : Paul Lehane
Adare Manor Hotel and Golf Resort, County Limerick
Adare Manor, Co Limerick’s world-famous hotel and golf resort, has re-opened its doors after a multi-million-euro redevelopment led by ReardonSmith Architects. This included the design of new buildings as well as the restoration and refurbishment of existing properties, with the repair and enhancement of the surrounding 840-acre estate designed by ReardonSmith Landscape.

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21 Jul 2017
Omagh Hospital & Primary Care Complex, County Tyrone
Design: TODD Architects with Hall Black Douglas

photograph © Chris Hill Photography
Omagh Hospital & Primary Care Complex
The £75m state-of-the-art building in County Tyrone is the first of its kind in Northern Ireland. Sitting on a greenfield site on the outskirts of the town, this innovative scheme replaces the previous 118-year old Tyrone County Hospital, delivered under a three-year contract by local contractor McLaughlin & Harvey.

5 Jul 2017
Architecture Studio in Ballymoney, Portrush, Northern Ireland
Design: 2020 Architects

photograph : Paul Davis
Contemporary Architecture Studio in Ballymoney
Located in Ballymoney, Northern Ireland, 2020 Architects always knew their new office would be a showcase statement of creativity and innovation – going to the very heart of the 2020 ethos.

22 Jun 2017
RIBA Awards Winner in 2017
Fallahogey Studio by McGarry-Moon Architects Ltd – Kilrea, Northern Ireland – Workspace/office – is one of winners announced for the Northern Ireland region.

Six buildings have been shortlisted:

• Ballymena Health & Care Centre by Hoskins Architects and Keppie Design
• Clogher House, Lisburn, by McGarry Moon Architects
• Fallahogey Studio, Kilrea, by McGarry Moon Architects
• Linen Loft, Belfast, by McDowell+Bostock Architects
• St Bernadette’s Church Refurbishment Phase 1, Belfast, by Kennedy FitzGerald Architects
• Tireighter Cairn, Park Co. Derry, by Broadstone Architects
RIBA Northern Ireland Awards 2017

24 Apr 2017
Ballymacrea House, Northern Ireland
Design: 2020 Architects

photograph : Reinis Babrovskis
Ballymacrea House

4 Apr 2017
Ballymagarry House
Design: 2020 Architects

photo : Aidan Monaghan
Ballymagarry House in Portrush

3 Apr 2017

Design: Kennedy Fitzgerald Architects LLP

photo : Paul McErlean Photography
Queen’s University Building in Belfast

6 Sep 2017
Ballymun Boilerhouse Rediscovery Centre
Design: ABK Architects
Ballymun Boilerhouse Rediscovery Centre Building in Dublin

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19 Jul 2016
Nenagh Leisure Centre and Town Park, County Tipperary, west Ireland
Design: ABK Architects

Photographer: Paul Tierney
Nenagh Leisure Centre and Town Park in Tipperary