Client:  Coillte
Contract Value:  €8.0m
Stage:  Completed
Start/Completion Date:  2019 - 2022

Hayes Higgins Partnership (2HP) has provided full Civil & Structural and Mechanical & Electrical Engineering Services for Avondale House in Co. Wicklow, which was built in 1775, has recently opened “Beyond The Trees” an entirely new visitor experience within its grounds, featuring the longest tree top walk in Ireland and a climbing tower with 90m slide. Avondale was once the home of Charles Stewart Parnell, is now owned by Coillte and is considered the birthplace of Irish forestry. 2HP worked with our client Coillte to design the orientation space, cafe, shop, exhibition space and a pavilion which tells the story of Coillte’s work in innovative forestry and climate action.

The building is nestled between existing Georgian-era outhouses and barn on a sloping site. Architect used this condition to create a route for patrons that conceals the key view of the walled garden from outside the building. The building is the first local glulam structure made using this grade of Irish timber. The beams and columns bring a sense of rhythm and warmth to the space, with polished concrete floors and glazing that reflects the surrounding forest and historic buildings. Visitors are now able to explore two main themes; ‘At Home with the Parnell’s’ which now they can celebrate the life and times of Charles Stewart Parnell at Avondale House and ‘The Evolution of Forestry’ which takes a retrospective look through the history of the forest park from the 1700’s to present day and beyond.

Client:  Dún Laoghaire County Council
Contract Value:  €18.0m
Stage:  Completed
Start/Completion Date:  2017 - 2022

Hayes Higgins Partnership (2HP) provided Civil & Structural and Mechanical & Electrical Engineering Services for new Dún Laoghaire Baths which have reopened after an €18 million refurbishment, which included a new 35 meter long jetty and a statue of Roger Casement. The works also included the refurbishment of the baths pavilion, a refurbished Edwardian gazebo in the beach garden and a new walkway from Newtownsmith. The former pavilion building has been substantially refurbished to provide studio space for artists, as well as a gallery and a café.

Punchestown Racecourse - New Hunt Stand

The Hunt Stand spans over 2,000m2 of useable public hospitality and entertainment space with the three story structure located in a prime trackside position overlooking the final furlong of the famous Kildare venue

Throughout the entire design and build process particular attention was paid to maximising the views of the action. Replacing the original open air stand are increased capacity viewing terraces, where reserved enclosure patrons can enjoy views of some of the feature race starts and the thrilling action of all finishing stages. The ground floor level is entirely dedicated to the general public and is the new permanent home for the stylish Festival Bar, the Fox Den Café and the elegant Bollinger Lounge

The first floor has been dedicated to the new 160 diner Corinthian Restaurant and the exclusive Goffs Owners and Trainers Lounge. Both venues share exceptional panoramic views of the course and the Dublin/Wicklow mountains beyond. Design features such as split level floor plan and vaulted ceilings have optimised these views. The main structure is book ended by two three story tower features where the private Vantage Room is located.

Fota Wildlife Park – New Entrance Facilities

This project included the refurbishment of the existing car park and the construction of a number of single storey buildings. The buildings included a new entrance canopy to the existing car park a visitor centre, a new café, gift shop and administration building.

A new toilet block and holding building for Macaque monkeys was also constructed. The works were completed with landscaping, footpaths, trails, kerbing and access roads.

Dublin Zoo

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