Proposal for Ireland's tallest tower generates no angst

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Archiseek / Ireland / News / 2004 / May 6 2004: Proposal for Ireland's tallest tower generates no angst

There has been surprisingly little public comment, let alone controversy, over plans to erect a 32-storey tower between the Royal Hospital and Dr Steevens's Hospital, across the road from Heuston Station. If built, it would be the tallest building in Ireland. Dublin City Council's planners have requested further information on the scheme by Paul Keogh Architects from the Office of Public Works (OPW), which owns the nearly triangular site, and much of this relates to the design and detailing of the proposed tall building. The planners want a more thorough assessment of its architecture, external finishes and appearance "having regard to the significance of its visual impact and the sensitivity of its environs". In their view, the quality and detailing of the tall building "is of the utmost importance".

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