Impact of new commuter hub on protected structure
Project in brief
Kildare Street and University Club
was formed upon the amalgamation
of the Kildare Street Club, founded
1782, and the Dublin University Club,
founded 1850. 17 St. Stephen's
Green was built in 1776 and is a fine
example of early Georgian Dublin
architecture. The building has been
continuously used as a club since
1851, when it was purchased by the
then fledgling Dublin University Club.
Our brief was to investigate the possible structural impact of the proposed extension of the Luas tramway on St. Stephen's Green through Dawson Street, and the construction of the St. Stephen's Green Metro Station.
17 St. Stephen's Green
Architects: Benjamin + Beauchamp
Value: € 7.5k (2009)
LeeMcCullough team: Lorcan O'Flannery
Project scope:
- Visual Inspection
- Structural Assessment
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Study included:
Visual Inspection
Inspection of the eighteenth
century protected structure and
report on its structural condition
(listing structural defects and
probable causes etc.)
Assessment of Hazards
Review of the likely effects of
potential hazards associated with
the construction and operation of
the Luas and Metro facilities (such
as vibration, cracking, settlement,
subsidence, flooding, dust and
fumes etc.)
Mitigation Measures
Proposal of measures to mitigate
the effects of the identified
hazards
Monitoring Regimes
Formulation of monitoring regimes
to gauge the presence and severity
of the effects of the identified
hazards. The proposals were
tailored to suit the historic nature
of the protected structure and its
particularly high standard of
finishes
Historical Renovation
At LeeMcCullough we have exceptional
experience of revitalising existing
buildings, which is often more complex
than the structural engineering of new
buildings.
Over many projects we have addressed and resolved a wide range of issues, including:
- Strengthening historical joists and beams to carry increased loading
- Masonry Decay/Delamination
- Threading modern services into old structures
At LeeMcCullough we always seek to identify and resolve issues early, innovatively address demanding building difficulties and deliver our solutions on time and cost efficiently.
When it comes to renovation and refurbishment, anticipating and resolving engineering issues effectively is the key to a successful outcome.
