Invest NI

Invest NI were proposing a new Office and Business Hub within Dublin City Centre to act as their flagship office for Invest NI, Tourism NI and Northern Ireland in general. The new offices were to present a modern, vibrant and dynamic image to staff and clients and incorporate technology to facilitate flexible/remote working, communication and collaborative working.  

Having taken a lease for the 3rd floor within Riverview House, Invest NI appointed Ardmac, following a competitive procurement process, to fully refurbish and fit out their new space to a professional and comfortable space for clients and stakeholders to work on a short-term basis.  

The new offices consist of open plan offices, multi-functional hub space, reception & waiting area, flexible meeting & event spaces, staff kitchen facilities, breakout along with comms room and storage space.  

The architectural aspect included a substantial joinery package including Reception desk with coffee dock, Conference Room acoustic storage wall, hexagonal display shelving, Meeting Room acoustic wall feature, Library shelves, hot desk and phone booths. Acoustic sliding walls form part of the multi-functional hub space, one in timber and the other in a bespoke glass finish, achieved 54-decibel, enhancing the functionality and aesthetics of the space.   

The existing mechanical and electrical system was fully upgraded along with IT and AV installations requiring a high level of coordination to ensure Invest NI’s vision for space was realized. A key aspect of the project was the installation of a new air handling unit, which featured innovative solutions to ensure proper airflow rates and comfort for staff within the new space. Ardmac conducted thorough due diligence to install a heat recovery unit that was soundproof and energy efficient.   

One of the key challenges overcome on the project was the existing building and compliance constraints, as there were tenants in the building and limited parking. Ardmac successfully managed city center logistics with efficiency and worked around the live site conditions.