Publications
This is the Architecture publications section. Here you can find all publications, reports and presentations for this heritage area of interest.
ARCHITECTURE PUBLICATION
Irish Thatched Roofs: Is their Future A Thing Of The Past?
The Heritage Council recognises the thatched house as an important part of Ireland’s heritage. The purpose of this paper is to promote an integrated approach to Government on the subject of thatching, to involve all interested parties in the debate and discussion and to attempt to achieve consensus about issues. Copies of this document are available free of charge by contacting The Heritage Council on 00353 (0)56 7770777
Latest Publications
A Guide to Historic Ironwork in Cork City
This booklet provides an introduction to the history of Historic Ironwork in Cork City. It includes information on the various styles, materials and properties of Historic Ironwork in the city and helps to highlight the distinctive character and tradition of this ironwork. The booklet also illustrates the incredible variety of Ironwork in the City from railings, gates, balconies, door panels and boot scrapers to lamp posts and bridges. The booklet also offers advice on how best to maintain this important element of the Heritage of Cork City.
Click here to download a copy of A Guide to Historic Ironwork in Cork City in PDF format [PDF 5.4MB]
Copies are also available from the Planning and Development Directorate, City Hall, Cork City.
Tel: 021 492 4757
Fax: 021 492 4712
Email: heritage@corkcity.ie
For further information log on to www.corkcityheritage.ie
Guide to Protected Structures in Cork City
Cork is a city which is steeped in history and Heritage. The built environment of Cork illustrates the special character and uniqueness of the city through its buildings and structures. In a city that is rapidly changing it is worth acknowledging and celebrating our Built Heritage while also looking to the future as the buildings we erect today will be our legacy for future generations.
This guide provides practical introduction to Protected Structures in Cork City and seeks to provide general information and advice to members of the public, building owners and occupiers. The publication also gives an insight into some of the fascinating buildings and structures. It is hoped that this booklet will clarify facts and dispel myths on what a protected designation means, how it is made and why and what assistance is available to help owners and those entrusted with the care of such structures.
Click here to download a copy of A Guide to Protected Structures in Cork City in PDF format [PDF 236K].
Copies of the Guide are also available from the Planning and Development Directorate, Cork City Council, City Hall, Cork City.
Tel: 021 4924757
Fax: 021 4924712.
or Email: heritage@corkcity.ie
For further information log on to www.corkcityheritage.ie
A Guide to Cork City's Historical plaques and Signs
Historic Plaques are to be found throughout Cork City, on street corners, bridges, above shop fronts and houses and in gardens and parks. Some commemorate achievements by outstanding individuals; others highlight special or sacred places and structures, while more again mark street names and laneways. Collectively, plaques in Cork emphasise the enormous diversity of Cork’s Heritage - from ballerinas to breweries.
A Guide to Cork City’s Historic Plaques and Signs was officially launched by the Lord Mayor Councillor Deirdre Clune on Wednesday 14th June 2006 in the Cork Vision Centre, North Main Street, Cork.
This publication was produced following on from a study undertaken by the Cork City Council with the support of the Heritage Council. It highlights a selection of the plaques that were recorded during this study. A full record of known plaques are listed to the back of the publication.
This publication seeks to encourage both the citizens of Cork and its many visitors to stop and observe the craftsmanship of these plaques and the story that they tell.
Copies are available from the Planning and Development Directorate, City Hall, Cork City.
Tel: 021 4924757
Fax: 021 4924712.
Email: heritage@corkcity.ie
For further information log on to www.corkcityheritage.ie
Click here to download a PDF copy of this publication [PDF 1.8MB]
Guide to Recording of Built Heritage
The aim of the Guide to Recording of Built Heritage is to promote awareness of built heritage and to guide community groups, school groups and heritage organisations with an interest in collecting heritage information in their local area how they can carry out a survey of their built heritage.
Click here to download a copy of the document in PDF format [PDF 1.4MB]
Guidance Notes for the Appraisal of Historic Gardens, Demesnes, Estates and their Settings
The aim of the Guidance Notes for the Appraisal of Historic Gardens, Demesnes, Estates and their Settings is to provide a steer to developers who are planning development within designed landscapes as to how to design such development to minimise impacts on its setting, and how to appraise such impacts. Cork County Council has won an award from the IPI and the UK Landscape Institute for this guidance.
Conservation Plan: Rothe House, Kilkenny City.
The plan documents the processes of unravelling the significance of a complex historical site, which has been modified over four centuries, up to and including the last decade. Among other functions, the plan addresses the needs of this heterogenous fabric, the use of the building as a museum, and the importance of a management structure suited to the place. Since the plan has been drawn up, the medieval garden has been restored.
Portlaw Town, Co. Waterford Conservation Plan
A whole town designed to house the workers of an industrial complex that now lies completely derelict. How to establish the value of the modest buildings, and the factory site, with its legacy of waste and neglect. For a copy of this plan please contact The Heritage Council.
St Brendan’s Cathedral, Clonfert, Co. Galway Conservation Plan
This modest church in the centre of Ireland close to the Shannon plays host to an extraordinarily ornate Romanesque doorway. The congregation and diocese find themselves charged with the care of a structure whose environmental conditions needed much attention if they were not to accelerate the deterioration of its most important feature.
Download Conservation Plan [PDF XXMB]
St Lachtain’s Church, Freshford, Co. Kilkenny
This modest church plays host to an extraordinarily ornate Romanesque doorway. The congregation and diocese are charged with the care of a structure whose environmental conditions needed much attention if they were not to accelerate the deterioration of its most important feature.
St Mary’s Church and Graveyard, Kilkenny
A medieval church and graveyard, under utilised but well-loved by the community that owns it, in an urban setting that generates its own problems. For a copy of this conservation plan contact The Heritage Council.
Russborough House Conservation Plan
An extensive mansion in a magnificent demesne required a clear statement of the prioritisation of works.
Kilkenny City Walls Conservation Plan
The Kilkenny City Walls Conservation Plan is the result of a number of years work and cooperation between the inhabitants of Kilkenny, Kilkenny Borough Council, the Department of Environment, Heritage and Local Government, An Taisce, The Kilkenny Archaeological Society and The Heritage Council.
Bolton Library, Cashel, Co. Tipperary Conservation Plan
The library of the 18th-century bishop of Cashel contains many early books. However, the building in which they are housed does not meet their needs. This conservation plan sets out to resolve the issues.
Newtown Jerpoint, Co. Kilkenny
A deserted village with a ruined church, set in farmland, and its significance borne by a landscape of undulating ground. This plan describes how such a site should be managed to protect its archaeological significance.
Newtown Jerpoint, Co. Kilkenny Conservation Plan [PDF 284KB]
Johnstown Castle, Co. Wexford
A country house and its pleasure gardens bequeathed to the State half a century ago, but now inadequate to the requirements of its host. The plan sets out the policies and conservation priorities that will help to guide any new caretaker in the maintenance of its significance.
For a copy of the conservation plan contact The Heritage Council on 00353 (0)56 7770777
The Care Of Stained Glass
A practical guide to the conservation and preservation of stained glass.
Traditional Buildings On Irish Farms
'Traditional Buildings On Irish Farms' outlines the significance of Irelands Farm Heritage from the 'Big House' farm to small farmyards and how practices have changed over the years. It also provides insights into how to protect Irelands Farm Heritage or the future and offers guidelines for the repair and maintenance of traditional buildings and farmyards.
A Wexford Farmstead: The Conservation of an 18th Century Farmstead in County Wexford
A Wexford Farmstead tells the story of Mayglass Farm and its former occupants and it outlines the crucial conservation work of the Heritage Council. Of special interest to architects and folklorists, to teachers and historians, A Wexford Farmstead will also appeal to everyone who cares about Ireland's tradition of vernacular buildings and their importance to the country's heritage.
For a copy of A Wexford Farmstead, contact the Heritage Council on 056-7770777.
ARCHITECTURE NEWS
Reps 4 Traditional Farm Buildings Grant Scheme 2010-2011
Closing date for receipt of applications is 5.00 p.m., Friday 26th March 2010.
ARCHITECTURE EVENTS
Conserving Your Dublin Townhouse : Lecture series
Organised by: The Irish Georgian Society
The Irish Georgian Society has assembled a team of conservation experts to deliver a lunchtime lecture course, entitled Conserving Your Dublin Townhouse. Lectures will take place between...