A Mullingar-based architecture project is among the 55 projects on the shortlist for this year’s Irish Architecture Awards, which was recently announced by the Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland (RIAI ). The Westmeath County Buildings and Library was designed by Bucholz McEvoy Architects and was completed last year.
Westmeath County Council headquarters is a low-energy, civic building located at the heart of an archaeological site, where a 12th century castle and subsequently a gaol once stood. It is an open and transparent expression of local government, a building of public service which is carefully woven into its historic context.
Now in its third year, the very popular Public Choice Award gives the public the opportunity to have their say by voting for their favourite shortlisted building. The RIAI invites the public to vote for their choice online at www.irisharchitecture awards.ie.
