Plans have been approved to redevelop a historic warehouse building on Dublin's quays.

The building at 30 - 32 Sir John Rogerson's Quay, Dublin 2, which was originally used for the importation of tropical fruit into Ireland, will be transformed into a new 75,000 sq ft waterfront office development.

Designed by Henry J Lyons Architects, the scheme is being developed by Irish property investor IPUT. Features will include a new six-storey office block at the rear overlooking an existing public square. The original warehouse building will be sensitively restored and the design incorporates the addition of two floating, fully glazed office floors which will cantilever over the protected structure and provide panoramic views over the River Liffey.

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In addition, the building has been designed to meet the highest sustainability credentials and will also incorporate a significant investment in the public realm, in keeping with IPUT's development strategy. Construction is set to begin late in Q3 2018, with completion set for Q4 2020.

IPUT Chief Executive, Niall Gaffney, said: "The Tropical Fruit Warehouse will be an exceptional building, a cutting-edge, efficient modern office space which also incorporates a thoughtful restoration of the historic warehouse buildings. This redevelopment will complement our existing office holdings in the immediate vicinity which extend to over 600,000 sq. ft. and is part of our long-term strategy to provide buildings that are recognised for the highest standards in design, functionality and sustainability credentials.

"We are excited about the unique letting opportunity that the Tropical Fruit Warehouse represents which will further support the anticipated 20% growth in our dividends over the next 3-5 years."

(LM/MH)