Bolands Mills
Project Overview
A vibrant new urban quarter has been delivered, defined by its distinctive character and the seamless blend of contemporary architecture, revitalized heritage buildings, and thoughtfully designed public spaces, all set against a dynamic waterfront backdrop.
BKD Architects worked in close collaboration with Dublin City Council, engaging in a comprehensive consultation process that played a key role in shaping the North Lotts and Grand Canal SDZ Planning Scheme, particularly the vision for this landmark site.
At the heart of the development are three striking signature buildings, their elegant, tapering forms designed to complement the surrounding skyline, including the Millennium Tower and Montevetro. Their warm, textured façades reflect the character of the original brick and limestone structures, preserving a strong visual connection to the area’s industrial heritage.
The existing 6 storey stone quayside building which was a mill then converted to a silo, has been conserved and retrofitted with 10 generously sized apartments all with west facing balconies over Grand Canal Dock. The cafe use at ground floor opens out onto the proposed waterfront plaza.
The third of the three tower building is a 15 storey residential building which contains 36 high-end, dual & triple aspect apartments, all with private balconies and shared open spaces at roof level over looking the dock. A communal residential plaza is located at the foot of the building.
Completed: 2022
Client: NAMA
RIAI Stages: 1 to 8
BER: A3
LEED: Gold
Air Tightness: 3 m3/hr.m2 @ 50pa
Site Area 1.056ha
Unit No. 46
Units per Ha: .029
Awards:
Architectural Project of the Year
Heritage, Conservation & Cultural Project of the Year
Irish Building & Design Awards 2022
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