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Cobh Public Realm Urban Design Plan
Architect:
Cork Council Council, Capital Projects Department
Award Type:
Irish Architecture Awards
Location:
Cork
The project embraces all the ingredients of good place making. The success of the innovative community engagement processes in Cobh is evident from the number of positive public observation made during the formal planning process. The inclusion of all stakeholders in the design process from the outset contributes to its success in realising a scheme that embraces a high degree of conflicting requirements. The inclusion of building owners and a multitude of state agencies in this multidisciplinary process has led to an exemplary people centred project while harnessing the existing cultural and social values and embracing innovative approaches to ecological continuity and climate mitigation. The respect and recognition of the existing physical assets and morphology woven into the scheme will enhance the existing architectural and cultural heritage.