Distillers Building

Architectural blueprint of a modern city street with multiple buildings and pedestrians.

Modern building lobby with tiled floors, black and wood wall panels, concrete columns, and large windows allowing natural light.

Modern bathroom with white countertop sinks, gold faucets, a large mirror, and beige wall-mounted storage cubbies.

City street view featuring a modern brick building with large windows and two pedestrians walking on the sidewalk, with a tall construction or communication tower in the background.

Modern multi-story building with glass and brick exterior, small playground area with a slide, trees, and cobblestone walkway in the foreground.

Modern lobby or reception area with beige tiled walls and floor, black pendant light fixture hanging from the ceiling, and a white reception desk with a black frame.

Two women walking along a cobblestone street next to a stone building with arched windows and metal bars, with a modern glass building above and trees with green leaves.

Modern reception area with lighted white curved desks, a wooden slat accent wall, and dark paneling, illuminated by ceiling lights.

Modern lobby with large glass windows, a minimalist white reception desk, and contemporary lighting fixtures.

Three elevator doors in a modern building with white and copper accents, floor contact panels, and letter labels A, B, and C above each elevator.

Modern interior lobby with large glass windows, wooden wall paneling, and tiled flooring, illuminated by ceiling lights.

Project Overview

This mixed-use office development on the former Distillers Building site in Smithfield is a contemporary intervention rooted in historical context. The design reintroduces the traditional urban grain of Smithfield Square, retaining parts of the original walls while expressing a modern form recessed at upper levels. The massing is composed of varied block forms over colonnaded bases, articulated with vertical features in brick, stone, or glazing. The approach was informed by a study of historical maps and driven by site-specific constraints, including proximity to the Luas, which led to the use of prefabricated components for quality, safety, and efficiency.

The building prioritises universal access, sustainability, and a strong relationship with the public realm. Multiple entrances, retail at ground level, and connections to the Luas create an active edge and enhance permeability. A central atrium brings natural light deep into the interior, while green roofs, an A3 BER rating, and LEED Gold certification reflect a commitment to environmental performance. The use of post-tensioned slabs and off-site fabrication minimises embodied carbon, while thoughtful detailing and a timeless material palette ensure a lasting contribution to Smithfield’s architectural fabric..

Completed: 2022

Client: The Linders Group

RIAI Stages: 1 to 8

GIA: 23,365m²

BER: A3

LEED: Gold

Air Tightness: 3 m3/hr.m2 @ 50pa

Architectural blueprint of a modern multi-story building with detailed window and door placements, measurements, and a person for scale.

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