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23/04/2025

COADY Architects Celebrates Various Award Success

Dublin-based COADY Architects celebrated notable success with two of its stand-out projects, Innovation Square Apartments Tallaght and The Gardens, Elm Park, receiving prestigious accolades at recent industry events.

Innovation Square Apartments Tallaght has been awarded the Housing Project of the Year – Large at this year's Building and Architect of the Year Awards. This accolade is a testament to the exceptional design and innovative approach taken by COADY Architects in creating a sustainable and vibrant living space in Tallaght.

Key features of this project include:

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• Sustainability: Connected to the Tallaght District Heating Scheme, utilising excess heat from a local data centre for low-carbon heating and hot water.

• Innovative construction: Use of precast architectural wall panels and pre-manufactured bathroom pods for efficient and safe construction.

• Community focus: Includes a landscaped communal courtyard, car and bicycle parking, and various ancillary site development works.

Meanwhile, The Gardens, Elm Park, has celebrated a double victory at the Irish Building and Design Awards, securing Private Residential / Housing Project of the Year and Multi-Unit Residential Project of the Year (under €50m).

Key features of this project include:

• Sustainable design: Incorporates energy-efficient systems and sustainable materials, ensuring comfort and reducing environmental footprint.

• Community-oriented spaces: Features beautifully landscaped communal areas.

• Innovative construction: Advanced construction techniques ensuring efficiency and high standards.

These award wins underscores COADY Architects' commitment to excellence in design, sustainability, and community impact.

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