Founded in 2005, we are a multidisciplinary practice of architects and urban designers. We collaborate across two studios in Dublin and London, and strive to become one of the most trusted, original and responsible voices for architecture and urbanism. Stimulating to work for and engaging to work with. We have a studio culture that is open minded; we listen to better understand, we share our knowledge collegially, we cherish and value genuine collaboration. The work we do is underpinned by a rigorous approach and coherent dialogue, to create something that is thoughtful, creative, engaging and particular. Our design comes from a close engagement with the client and the brief, through a process that harnesses the full spectrum of society’s talent. We collaborate with a wide variety of different people from artists and carpenters to researchers and writers. From local authorities, planners, community engagement consultants, and housing developers to, most importantly, the end-users.
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14-16 Cowcross Street
London, EC1M 6DG, GB
Tower 2, Fumbally Court
Fumbally Lane
Dublin, D08 N2N8, IE
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Dispatches from MIPIM in #Cannes! We caught up with Metropolitan Workshop LLP’s Neil Deely who shares his thoughts on the property show. As well as calling for a bolder UK presence, he discusses key projects, including work in Ireland and London, and describes what "monsters" keep him up at night. Read the Q&A in the link below ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/eVg89UBS
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Dispatches from MIPIM in #Cannes! We caught up with Metropolitan Workshop LLP’s Neil Deely who shares his thoughts on the property show. As well as calling for a bolder UK presence, he discusses key projects, including work in Ireland and London, and describes what "monsters" keep him up at night. Read the Q&A in the link below ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/eVg89UBS
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Great to see this refurbishment project taking shape and good to be working with the collaborating team of architects and consultants. Some bold and interesting schemes being put forward! Claudio Marini, Mat Vogeler Balcázar Hadley Property Group | Haworth Tompkins | Metropolitan Workshop LLP | Studio Egret West | dRMM #FacadeEngineering #Regeneration #Retrofit
Metropolitan Workshop are looking for a competent and capable BIM Technologist with an excellent knowledge of Revit to join our friendly, award winning, Dublin studio. A typical working week will involve the following responsibilities: - Work closely with the internal BIM team to support the design work of the studio across London and Dublin. - Foster the development of BIM knowledge and good BIM practices across the practice. - Develop, manage and monitor Building Information Models (BIM), primarily using Revit software. - Collaborate with internal design teams and external consultants to produce detailed 3D models, drawings, and technical documentation at all RIAI stages. - Undertake a 'Project BIM Lead' role within an internal design team to ensure that any BIM information aligns with practice standards and procedures. - Work with the BIM Manager to provide technical support, ongoing training and create educational content for other members of the studio. - Contribute and assist the BIM team with the development of BIM library and templates. - Opportunity for career development into a BIM Coordinator Role. The successful candidate will demonstrate: - Relevant qualification in Architectural Technology, or a related field. - Minimum of 2-3 years experience working as a BIM Technologist or similar role. - Proficiency in Revit is essential. - Experience with AutoCAD, Navisworks, Dynamo, BIM 360, and other BIM-related software is advantageous (not mandatory). - Excellent communication and collaboration skills. - Ability to support, monitor and manage multiple BIM projects to meet project deadlines. - Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving abilities. Metropolitan Workshop is an equal opportunities employer who recognises the importance of diversity both within our team and the wider industry. We aim to create an inclusive workplace for all that reflects the communities we serve. Due to the volume of applications, we receive, we are only able to respond to those applicants who have been shortlisted for interview. If you do not hear from us, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. We appreciate you taking the time to apply and wish you the best of luck with your application. Please send your CV, covering letter and examples of work in PDF format to recruitment_dublin@metwork.ie #metropolitanworkshop #BIM #bimtechnologist #bimjobs #recruitment #jobsearch #dublinjobs
Metropolitan Workshop are currently seeking an Architect and Architectural Assistants for our friendly, award winning, Dublin studio where we believe the exciting work we do, and the interesting clients we work with, reflects the collective talent of our team. Role: Architect We are currently welcoming applications from talented recently qualified Architects with experience at tender and detail design stages, ideally within the residential sector. The successful candidate will demonstrate: - Strong design portfolio - Job running experience. - 2-5 years post part 3 work experience - Proven residential experience. - Revit experience or ability to transfer existing CAD skills. - Working knowledge of the Adobe Creative Suite - Confident written and verbal communication skills Salary is dependent on experience. Role: Architectural Assistant x 2 We are currently welcoming applications from talented recently qualified Architectural Assistants ideally with 2 years' experience in the residential sector. The successful candidate will demonstrate: - Strong design portfolio - Job running experience - Revit experience or ability to transfer existing CAD skills is very advantageous - Working knowledge of the Adobe Creative Suite - Confident written and verbal communication skills Salary is dependent on experience. Metropolitan Workshop is an equal opportunities employer who recognises the importance of diversity both within our team and the wider industry. We aim to create an inclusive workplace for all that reflects the communities we serve. Due to the volume of applications, we receive, we are only able to respond to those applicants who have been shortlisted for interview. If you do not hear from us, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. We appreciate you taking the time to apply and wish you the best of luck with your application. Please send your CV, covering letter and examples of work in PDF format to recruitment_dublin@metwork.ie #metropolitanworkshop #Architect #architecturalassistant #architecturejobs #irisharchitecture #recruitment #jobsearch #dublinjobs
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Special report from 1.5M New Homes: The Local Government Challenge on community engagement How do a Councils and Developers align and successfully engage a local community on a development of 1,000-plus new homes? Here’s a case study from London Borough of Hounslow, where Hadley Property Group is redeveloping the GSK campus into a mixed-use area including 1,000-plus new homes. A previous episode looked at the local politics of housing delivery (https://shorturl.at/u2rIG), touching on the degree to which people feel they can shape the future of their community through mechanisms such as the Local Plan and Planning Committee. We wanted to dig further into this critical ingredient for successful delivery so in this, our final episode from Hounslow, we look at how consultation and engagement can successfully foster that sense of agency. We hear from Matt Griffiths-Rimmer how “developers have not made it easy for themselves”; from Mabel Ogundayo how community wish lists get translated into development plans (and why young people want intergenerational facilities); and where, in the words of Red Loft London Development Director Tom Conlon, “it’s OK not to please everyone”; and from Councillor Tom Bruce when developers must involve themselves “in what matters to the borough, what matters to the community”. Watch the full interview here: https://lnkd.in/grNgc5XT The Housing Forum Future of London Neighbourly Lab Metropolitan Workshop LLP #1p5mnewhomes #planningreform #localgovernment #hounslow #planning
It was inspiring to join Kathryn Firth, John Nordon, Jessica Arczynski and Biljana Savic for the 70th #NegroniTalks on #NewTowns earlier this week. Lots of lively debate and inspired perspectives. As one comment reinforced - it's common to assume all New Towns are very similar and aesthetically depressing - and it's true that by the turn of the century, the idea of New Towns had become somewhat maligned. However, as I noted in the debate, the first generation of New Towns experimented to very different degrees. Some were more heavily influenced by the Modern Movement, others by the Garden City movement. Crawley falls into the latter category, and initially followed more traditional housing patterns: terraces, back-to-back gardens, clear delineation of public and private space, with privet hedge frontages. They also prioritised landscape and heritage retention, which supported a distinctive neighbourhood identity, even if the housing was fairly standardised. Parts of those early Crawley neighbourhoods and local parades have become Conservation Areas, and some buildings are now Grade 2 Listed. Yes, modern parking density challenges the original streetscape in places, but the homes are loved, and have proven to be easily adaptable. I know I might be biased as a lifelong 'Crawleyite', but I'd argue those first eight neighbourhoods, planned between 1950-1970, have proven reasonably successful – some bits are not too bad aesthetically, either. The town has even enjoyed zero unemployment for long periods, owing to its location. So - if New Towns are to form a small component of the 1.5m desperately needed, I think it should be possible to learn from the early successes and deliver places that are truly socially, economically and environmentally sustainable - and aesthetically pleasing!
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Historic Buildings Consultant, Chartered Building Surveyor. MRICS, DIP GRAD CONS (AA), MCSD, IHBC
BEHIND THE SCENES AT JERSEY ARCHIVES This Saturday (21st) is the last opening of the year at Jersey Archive. Jersey Heritage are offering FREE tours to anyone who wants to see behind the scenes at Jersey's National Award-winning gem. The archives were originally designed by Metropolitan Workshop LLP and extended with BDK Architects in 2018. Tours explore the strongrooms, Cataloguing Room and Conservation Lab and are at 9.30,10.30 and 11.30am. The Archive Reading Rooms will also be open for general research 9am-1pm. Book your place by calling 833300 or emailing archives@jerseyheritage.org. This is the final event this year of the ‘Your Home Your Story’ lecture series. Antony Gibb Ltd have thoroughly enjoyed sponsoring the series for the past two years. The lectures have brought to life the island’s history through its buildings and the stories of the families that lived in them through the centuries. With thanks to all who came along to join us every month, to Jersey Heritage, Linda Romeril and the team at Jersey Archives.
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Great way to finish the year, to be honest. From the home team, enormous credit to Mabel Ogundayo and Michael Clark for leading from the front with such energy and enthusiasm. All of the facilitation was excellent - Neighbourly Lab are a secret weapon for the parts of our industry who value genuine engagement and collaboration. That won't stay the case for long, I'm sure - if you work in the regeneration space and care for the above then you should get in touch with them sooner rather than later. A huge shout out also to Metropolitan Workshop LLP for their graphic and visual contributions on this and the broader 980 Great West Road narrative - hopefully we can share some of this work, including some fascinating summaries from the above sessions ahead of Xmas too. Sorry if this sounds self-congratulatory - it's just great to be a part of such good work. Well done team x #codesign #socialvalue #impact #regeneration #london #housing
We have been working closely with the Hounslow community this past year. As part of this engagement, we recently undertook a six-session co-design programme on the future of 980 Great West Road in Brentford (formerly GSK House). Facilitated and delivered in partnership with Neighbourly Lab, Metropolitan Workshop LLP, Haworth Tompkins and McGregor Coxall, we invited a broad and diverse group of people from the local area to lend their lived experience and knowledge to inform and influence the evolution of our proposals. The co-design sessions covered six key themes: - Accessibility and Navigation - Green, Blue, and Play Spaces - Entertainment and Leisure facilities - Women and Girls Safe Spaces - Practical Facilities - Youth Facilities At our Youth Facilities session in November, our Design Director, Michael Clark, reflected on the central role co-design plays in the planning process and evolving designs that speak to the needs and aspirations of residents. Since these sessions, we presented our early plans at our public consultation events earlier this month, gathering further feedback from the community. Next year, we will come back with updates on how we have integrated co-design outcomes into our designs, alongside a further round of consultation to present our advanced designs. We look forward to continuing conversations with the community and the collaborative planning journey with the London Borough of Hounslow. Thank you to all those who have been involved so far!
Director at Metropolitan Workshop Ireland & Design Fellow at UCD School of Architecture
We are delighted to announce the opening of the second iteration of Rún - Ireland’s (In)visible Buildings Project on Friday November 15th in Building 71, Belfield from 5.00pm. The exhibition will be opened by Patricia Carey, Government Special Advocate for Victims of Institutional Abuse and UCD President Professor Orla Feely. The exhibition maps and catalogues vacant institutional buildings across the island of Ireland. A representative sample of these buildings is studied in more detail to reveal firstly the need for their traumatic histories to be acknowledged and recognised, and secondly the potential for these major buildings to take on a new lease of life and contribute to the well-being and renewal of their towns. The research to date has been focussed on processes of recording, surveying and creating an accessible database, as well as offering guidelines and principles for sensitive redevelopment. We have developed a version of the database alongside software engineer Ian Thompson, and are excited to share this in-progress work. The exhibition and dissemination of this work is also a vital part of the process. We would like to use this exhibition as a prompt and an opportunity to think about next steps - next steps in terms of research, in terms of advocacy and in terms of honouring the legacy of these troubling, (in)visible buildings and realising their potential. As always, a huge thank you to Professor Katherine O’Donnell (@kmodonnell43) and Professor Hugh Campbell (@hugh_campbellucd) for their continued mentorship and guidance, and we are also very grateful to our sponsors, who’s financial support allows the project to keep going. See link in bio for more information. Photos 2+3 by @ste_murray from the first iteration of the exhibition during @openhousedublin in 2023 We will be sharing more information over the coming weeks, so stay tuned.