Ecclesiastical | Sheehan & Barry Architecture. Conservation. Interiors. Wed, 16 Apr 2025 12:59:55 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://sheehanandbarry.ie/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/cropped-SB_Stacked_Primary_Logo_RGB-32x32.png Ecclesiastical | Sheehan & Barry 32 32 Manresa Centre of Spirituality https://sheehanandbarry.ie/project/manresa-centre-of-spirituality/ Wed, 16 Apr 2025 12:59:53 +0000 https://sheehanandbarry.ie/?post_type=project&p=1895 Manresa is a community residence and Spiritual Retreat Centre run by the Jesuit order. When we were commissioned, it consisted of the following: Our brief was to provide modern Reception and Dining facilities while refurbishing the 3 existing buildings listed above. Our concept was to create a landscaped, sheltered courtyard or cloister on the site […]

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]]> Manresa is a community residence and Spiritual Retreat Centre run by the Jesuit order. When we were commissioned, it consisted of the following:

  • The “Castle” (a mixed use building which is a protected structure); 
  • The Retreat House (a 40 bedroom residence) and Pedro Arrupe Chapel, both designed by Andrew Devane; 
  • Cardoner House, which was in use as an educational centre for members of the Jesuit order.

Our brief was to provide modern Reception and Dining facilities while refurbishing the 3 existing buildings listed above. Our concept was to create a landscaped, sheltered courtyard or cloister on the site of what was a surface car park; using the existing Castle, Retreat House and Chapel buildings on three sides, with the fourth side of the “cloister” being formed by a new Reception / Dining structure to house flexible dining and function spaces; reception, book shop, kitchens and other ancillary spaces.

The form of the new building appears as a colonnaded facade to the cloister, using tactile materials such as charred larch and buff coloured bricks; this is linked via covered walkway to the existing buildings. It addresses views and routes in varying ways. The courtyard or cloister is landscaped with a mixture of hard and soft surfaces with opportunities for relaxation, seating and contemplation.

The Castle’s external fabric was refurbished with roofs, windows and facades being upgraded.

Cardoner House was repurposed as a residence for the Jesuit community with full accessibility; 6No. comfortable suites were created with upgraded services and thermal performance.

The Retreat House facades and windows were upgraded while all bedrooms and bathrooms were completely revamped. In addition, new meeting and breakout spaces were created, along with an accessible suite.

Sustainability permeated all aspects of the brief. The existing buildings have been adaptively reused and all received thermal and services upgrades. The new building is served via efficient heating systems with a combination of solar thermal and solar PV being employed to provide hot water and power. Surface Water is collected into a new pond and integrated into the existing landscape.

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]]> St. Nicholas’ Church Dundalk https://sheehanandbarry.ie/project/st-nicholas-church-dundalk/ Fri, 08 Dec 2023 17:47:27 +0000 https://sheehanandbarry.ie/project/st-nicholas-church-dundalk/ We redesigned the sanctuary and reredos of St. Oliver Plunkett Church, creating a new altar, lectern, and chair. We also redecorated the main body of the church and introduced a new lighting design, enhancing the overall atmosphere and reverence of the space. Our design choices aimed at creating a beautiful and harmonious environment for worship […]

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]]> We redesigned the sanctuary and reredos of St. Oliver Plunkett Church, creating a new altar, lectern, and chair. We also redecorated the main body of the church and introduced a new lighting design, enhancing the overall atmosphere and reverence of the space. Our design choices aimed at creating a beautiful and harmonious environment for worship and contemplation.

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]]> Church of the Holy Redeemer https://sheehanandbarry.ie/project/church-of-the-holy-redeemer-ard-easmuinn/ Fri, 08 Dec 2023 17:47:27 +0000 https://sheehanandbarry.ie/project/church-of-the-holy-redeemer-ard-easmuinn/ This modern church received an upgrade aimed at enhancing the internal space. Additions include warm lighting fixtures, furniture pieces designed specifically for the sacristy, including a newly designed baptismal font. We also designed intricate tapestries for the Stations of the Cross. Our aim was to create a welcoming atmosphere suitable for spiritual connection and reflection.

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]]> This modern church received an upgrade aimed at enhancing the internal space. Additions include warm lighting fixtures, furniture pieces designed specifically for the sacristy, including a newly designed baptismal font.

We also designed intricate tapestries for the Stations of the Cross. Our aim was to create a welcoming atmosphere suitable for spiritual connection and reflection.

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]]> Church of St. Oliver Plunkett, Co. Louth https://sheehanandbarry.ie/project/church-of-st-oliver-plunkett-co-louth/ Fri, 08 Dec 2023 17:47:27 +0000 https://sheehanandbarry.ie/project/church-of-st-oliver-plunkett-co-louth/ We worked with the Church of St. Oliver Plunkett to improve and upgrade their overall services, including accessibility and fire safety. We restored the original mosaic flooring, redecorated the interior, and designed new altar furniture and lighting. To ensure easy access, a new side entrance was added in place of a confessional bay, while a […]

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]]> We worked with the Church of St. Oliver Plunkett to improve and upgrade their overall services, including accessibility and fire safety. We restored the original mosaic flooring, redecorated the interior, and designed new altar furniture and lighting. To ensure easy access, a new side entrance was added in place of a confessional bay, while a discreet service building with a zinc clad finish was built at the rear. The design of the new building complements the existing Sacristy while being identifiable as a contemporary addition.

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]]> St. Patrick’s Church, Dundalk https://sheehanandbarry.ie/project/st-patricks-church-dundalk/ Fri, 08 Dec 2023 17:47:27 +0000 https://sheehanandbarry.ie/project/st-patricks-church-dundalk/ This project at St. Patrick’s Church, Dundalk, involved transforming the interiors of the main church space into a more inviting and visually appealing environment. Our scope of work included designing a new lighting concept and creating custom furniture pieces for the sanctuary, including an altar, lectern, and chair. These bespoke pieces were designed and commissioned […]

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]]> This project at St. Patrick’s Church, Dundalk, involved transforming the interiors of the main church space into a more inviting and visually appealing environment. Our scope of work included designing a new lighting concept and creating custom furniture pieces for the sanctuary, including an altar, lectern, and chair. These bespoke pieces were designed and commissioned to reflect the spiritual significance of the area while incorporating elements of beauty and practicality.

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