HARCOURT STREET AREA REDEVELOPMENT FEATURING TWO SIGNIFICANT PROJECTS
HARCOURT STREET AREA REDEVELOPMENT [TWO SIGNIFICANT PROJECTS]
Significant redevelopment is underway near the Harcourt Luas tram stop, particularly around Peter's Place, where the tram line climbs towards the Charlemont stop. Two projects exemplify this ongoing transformation.
1. Deloitte Ireland's New Dublin Headquarters
Deloitte Ireland is consolidating its Dublin operations into a new headquarters building at 1 Adelaide Road, Dublin 2. This move represents a major milestone for the firm, bringing together staff from four separate offices into a single, modern location. Harry Goddard, Deloitte CEO, highlighted the significance of this decision for the company's Irish presence.
A Modern, Sustainable Workspace
The new headquarters, formerly an AIB site, is being redeveloped by Irish Life Assurance. It will provide approximately 160,000 square feet of office space, along with retail areas, a café, and a community facility. The building's height will vary, ranging from four storeys at the rear to a nine to ten-storey setback at the entrance facing Harcourt Road and Adelaide Road.
Prime Location and Enhanced Amenities
The building's location on tree-lined Adelaide Road, one of Dublin's most affluent neighbourhoods, offers excellent access to St. Stephen's Green and the city's main attractions. The proximity to the Harcourt stop on the green Luas line provides convenient public transport.
Reflecting the growing trend towards hybrid working and sustainable commuting, the building's design incorporates:
Reduced Car Parking: The car park has been downsized from 51 spaces to 24.
Extensive Bicycle Parking: 289 bicycle spaces are provided, including provisions for cargo bikes and accessible needs. *. Outdoor Spaces: Variety of outdoor spaces for staff.
Strategic Consolidation
Deloitte's move to consolidate its approximately 3,000 Dublin-based employees reflects a broader trend of "real estate rationalisation." This strategy aims to foster greater collaboration and efficiency, particularly relevant in the post-pandemic workplace landscape. Companies are increasingly re-evaluating their real estate needs, optimising space and adapting to new working patterns.
Construction Timeline
Construction commenced in June 2024 with the demolition of the existing office building. The project represents an estimated €49 million investment. Note: It is unusual for construction to commence with demolition, I've kept the given dates but check they are correct.
2. Peter's Place Apartment Complex
RW Nowlan & Associates are overseeing the development of a 19-apartment complex at Peter Place. Planning permission has been secured for a five-storey residential building, complete with associated site works.
Meeting Housing Needs and Enhancing the Area
This development will contribute to meeting Dublin's housing needs and aligns with the area's zoning objective, which promotes residential use and seeks to enhance active residential streets.
To minimise potential impacts on neighbouring properties, the developers have proposed mitigation measures, including:
Angled vertical louvred screens on balconies to reduce overlooking.
Setbacks at higher floor levels to minimise overshadowing.
A Positive Contribution to Urban Revitalisation
The Peter Place site, an infill development, offers a prime opportunity for residential development, benefiting from its location near the Luas tram line. The Luas has significantly boosted property values and urban development in Dublin, and this project aligns with the city's objectives for residential growth. By carefully considering the site's context and potential impacts, RW Nowlan & Associates aim to deliver a project that contributes positively to Dublin's ongoing urban revitalisation.
Significant redevelopment is underway near the Harcourt Luas tram stop, particularly around Peter's Place, where the tram line climbs towards the Charlemont stop. Two projects exemplify this ongoing transformation.
1. Deloitte Ireland's New Dublin Headquarters
Deloitte Ireland is consolidating its Dublin operations into a new headquarters building at 1 Adelaide Road, Dublin 2. This move represents a major milestone for the firm, bringing together staff from four separate offices into a single, modern location. Harry Goddard, Deloitte CEO, highlighted the significance of this decision for the company's Irish presence.
A Modern, Sustainable Workspace
The new headquarters, formerly an AIB site, is being redeveloped by Irish Life Assurance. It will provide approximately 160,000 square feet of office space, along with retail areas, a café, and a community facility. The building's height will vary, ranging from four storeys at the rear to a nine to ten-storey setback at the entrance facing Harcourt Road and Adelaide Road.
Prime Location and Enhanced Amenities
The building's location on tree-lined Adelaide Road, one of Dublin's most affluent neighbourhoods, offers excellent access to St. Stephen's Green and the city's main attractions. The proximity to the Harcourt stop on the green Luas line provides convenient public transport.
Reflecting the growing trend towards hybrid working and sustainable commuting, the building's design incorporates:
Reduced Car Parking: The car park has been downsized from 51 spaces to 24.
Extensive Bicycle Parking: 289 bicycle spaces are provided, including provisions for cargo bikes and accessible needs. *. Outdoor Spaces: Variety of outdoor spaces for staff.
Strategic Consolidation
Deloitte's move to consolidate its approximately 3,000 Dublin-based employees reflects a broader trend of "real estate rationalisation." This strategy aims to foster greater collaboration and efficiency, particularly relevant in the post-pandemic workplace landscape. Companies are increasingly re-evaluating their real estate needs, optimising space and adapting to new working patterns.
Construction Timeline
Construction commenced in June 2024 with the demolition of the existing office building. The project represents an estimated €49 million investment. Note: It is unusual for construction to commence with demolition, I've kept the given dates but check they are correct.
2. Peter's Place Apartment Complex
RW Nowlan & Associates are overseeing the development of a 19-apartment complex at Peter Place. Planning permission has been secured for a five-storey residential building, complete with associated site works.
Meeting Housing Needs and Enhancing the Area
This development will contribute to meeting Dublin's housing needs and aligns with the area's zoning objective, which promotes residential use and seeks to enhance active residential streets.
To minimise potential impacts on neighbouring properties, the developers have proposed mitigation measures, including:
Angled vertical louvred screens on balconies to reduce overlooking.
Setbacks at higher floor levels to minimise overshadowing.
A Positive Contribution to Urban Revitalisation
The Peter Place site, an infill development, offers a prime opportunity for residential development, benefiting from its location near the Luas tram line. The Luas has significantly boosted property values and urban development in Dublin, and this project aligns with the city's objectives for residential growth. By carefully considering the site's context and potential impacts, RW Nowlan & Associates aim to deliver a project that contributes positively to Dublin's ongoing urban revitalisation.
HARCOURT STREET AREA REDEVELOPMENT FEATURING TWO SIGNIFICANT PROJECTS