Home Building Projects Pearse Street

Messrs Merrion O'Donnell and Tuomey Architects were selected following an international design competition to develop a scheme for this site.

The development comprises a phased development strategy for new buildings on the north side of the College sports grounds and refurbishment of retained nineteenth century terraced houses along the Pearse Street frontage of the College, from the railway bridge adjacent to Moss Street corner as far as no. 201 Pearse Street.

The majority of the accommodation will be provided in two new buildings to be built on a site north of the Rugby Pitch. These buildings will be linked by walkways at two levels to the houses on the Pearse Street terrace which are to be refurbished to provide residential accommodation at the upper levels. The ground floor spaces will be used to house a mix of recreational and academic activities including shops and cafes that will enliven Pearse Street.

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The proposed area of the completed development is scheduled at 18,400 sq.m. (including 4,400 sq.m. of refurbished/retained building area).

A major element of the design proposal, of Urban Design significance, was the civic space and new entrance to the College to be known as North Gate Square. Located on the axis of Moss Street and connecting the island campus to its north city environs, the construction of North Gate Square necessitates the demolition of five houses, numbers 183 - 187 Pearse Street, which are Protected Structures.

Planning approval has been received for the project, excluding the proposal to demolish Nos. 183-187 Pearse Street. The College will work with the Planners and the Community to devise an appropriate entrance at this location, without the need to demolish the houses.