The project was designed in collaboration with CAMPUS and delivered in December 2023. Landscape work for the larger site area is on going.

The roof is a simple inverted planar surface which is detailed to create a waterfall feature pouring rainwater back into the sea. This rises on the corner to allow the super intendants office to look out over the harbour entrance. The concept for the elevations is that the ground plane, which is made of natural stone, folds up onto the building and the reinforced concrete roof continues down the facade. Rectangular openings are formed where these two materials meet, giving an undulating materiality reflecting the landscape beyond the project.

In this harsh environment concrete was chosen both as structure and an external finish due to its durability and longevity. This reduces the need for the frequent replacements or repairs, which have affected the surrounding metal clad buildings of the harbour. The building’s thermal mass properties help regulate indoor temperatures, reducing the need for excessive heating and cooling. This leads to lower energy consumption and reduced carbon emissions. The material choice also helped with fire strategy as the loadbearing concrete walls enclose an ESB Substation which is integrated into the building.

Rectangular openings are formed where these two materials meet giving an undulating materiality reflecting the landscape beyond the project.