Grand Canal Square Dublin

Grand Canal Square is a stunning new commercial and cultural development located in the heart of Dublin’s Docklands. Designed by the internationally acclaimed architect, Daniel Libeskind (designs for Ground Zero, New York; Jewish Museum, Berlin), Grand Canal Square comprises the construction of fourth generation office blocks complemented by a stunning new theatre and a superb public concourse. Sisk worked closely with the client and his design team to meet the exacting standards of the overall scheme on this tight urban site.

The 65,000 m2 project comprises the construction of two 6 storey office blocks (south and north), and a 2000-seater iconic theatre, with common basement to the south office block and theatre. The ground floor of both office blocks is allocated to retail.

As management contactors, Sisk were responsible for managing the BREEAM assessment of the entire project. Working in a collaborative manner with the design team and the subcontractors the South Block of the development received a BREEAM Excellent Rating.

The theatre, originally promoted by the DDDA, was bought by Dublin entrepreneur Harry Crosbie (The Point). It is the second major performance venue for the Dublin Docklands, following the re-development of The Point. A feature on the entrance to the theatre is the complex glazed façade with multiple shapes and plains. The roof is also a striking feature and is a Kalzip standing seam construction. The significant leading edge M & E installation and commissioning associated with the auditorium was managed successfully and partial handover was achieved as required to allow the operator access to the facility to complete the necessary works for opening night.

Also included in the project was the full fit out of 10,000m2 of office space in the South Block for solicitor firm Byrne Wallace. There are also large feature atria in each of the office blocks to increase the natural light available within the office space on each floor.