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Modernism is Almost All Right #5: James Joyce, Adorno, and the Silicon Docks: Modernism against Technocracy

Felix McNamara considers what James Joyce and Theodor Adorno might teach us about the glib sloganeering and corporate technologism of contemporary property development in the Silicon Docks.

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Pivot Points

Máirtín D’Alton reviews Pivot Points, an exhibition commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Irish Architectural Archive, 45 Merrion Square.

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Modernism is Almost All Right #4: Abundance, with Concision and Equality: The Values of Ludwig Hilberseimer’s Rational Modernism

If discussed at all today, Ludwig Hilberseimer's late European and American work is identified as a precursor of contemporary ecological approaches to the city. Scott Colman suggests that his theory of architecture and his approach to design have broader implications – not because Hilberseimer was free of modernist problematics, but because he squarely confronted them.

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Absolute Wasters / Outside In

Peter O’Grady reviews 'Absolute Wasters', a panel discussion between Tanad Aaron, Ciarán Cuffe, Jane Larmour, Ste Murray and Orla O’Kane. The discussion was chaired by Professor Hugh Campbell and organised by UCD student curators. The event was held on Friday May 22nd as part of the opening night of 'Outside In', the UCD School of Architecture, Planning and Environmental Policy’s annual end-of-year exhibition.

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RIAI Bulletin 7

Editor: Peter Ferguson.
Journal
€ 4.75 

Beginning in 1972, the RIAI Bulletin was a monthly newsletter to inform Institute members of the wide range of matters with which the RIAI was involved.

Ordinary General Meeting, OGM of the RIAI, President’s Report, Honorary Treasurer’s Statement, Presentation of Certificates, Revision of By-Laws, Adoption of new entry forms, President’s inaugural address, Annual Report of Council, Ideas Competition, Hospital Building Programme, Annual Conference, Election of Vice President, Technician Representative on Council, Commonwealth Board of Architectural Education, Housing Conference, Housing Competition, Hospital Programme in the Dublin Area, Maintenance of Historic Buildings, EEC Affairs, Coras Trachtala Design Scholarship, International Symposium, International Ideas Competition, ISAGA Conference, READAPT, Council for 1974, Nelson’s Pillar, 8 Merrion Square, International Union of Architects, National Economic and Social Council, European Architectural Heritage Year, CAA Ottawa Conference, CAA Board of Architectural Education, Brussels Meeting, EEC Liaison Committee, Scrutioneer’s Report, Accreditation Board, Institute Dinner-Dance, parking policy, chief fire officer, Georgian Society Records, EEC Booklet, Europe in the 1980s, Seminar on Electrical Installations, Management and Business Studies, UIA Seminar, Employees Pension Fund, Seminar on Architecture, Urban and Regional Research, Design of Nursery School Buildings, Aspects of Architectural Research, Arbitration Seminar, Design Economics, Notices, standards, circular, newsletter, committee, AGM, minutes, meeting minutes, exhibition, competition, symposium, materials, conference, course, lecture, planners, membership, RIAI, CAA, members, Election, report, EEC, housing, Maintenance of Historic Buildings, Institute Dinner-Dance, EEC Affairs, Change in Telephone Numbers, Missing Package, Architect Grade I. Dublin Corporation, Parking Policy in Central Dublin, Chief Fire Officers Association, Western Architects Group, Georgian Society Record, Paintings for Institute Rooms, New Office Block, EEC Booklet “Europe in the 1980’s”, Seminar on Electrical Installations, Management and Business Studies, UIA Seminar, Employees Pension Fund, Election of Vice Presidents, Technician Representative on Council, Accreditation Board, Commonwealth Board of Architectural Education, Housing Conference, Housing Competition, Hospital Programme in the Dublin, Coras Trachtala Design Scholarships, International Symposium, International Ideas Competition, ISAGA Conference, Seminar on Architecture, Urban and Regional Research, Design of Nursery School Buildings, Aspects of Architecture Research, Arbitration Seminar, Design Economics, READAPT, Council for 1974, Board of Architectural Education, Professional Conduct Committee, Public Affairs Committee, Professional Practice Committee, House Committee, Accreditation Board, An Foras Forbartha, RIBA Council, Annual Report of Council, Honorary Treasurer’s Report, Auditors Report, Nelson Pillar Fund, Adoption of Auditors Report and Accounts, New Office Block, 8 Merrion Square, President’s Report, Hospital Building Programme, Annual Conference, International Union of Architects, National Economic and Social Council, European Architectural Heritage Year, CAA Ottawa Conference, CAA Board of Architectural Education, Brussels Meeting, New Pictures, Election of Council for 1974, President’s Address, President Elect in the Chair
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RIAI Bulletin 40

Editor: J. Owen Lewis.
Journal
€ 4.75 

Beginning in 1972, the RIAI Bulletin was a monthly newsletter to inform Institute members of the wide range of matters with which the RIAI was involved.

Comment, RIAI Reports, Diary, Cryptoporticus and Partners, Hardcore, Review, Europa Nostra Award, Architect in Government, Murray Collection, UIA, Mont Kavanagh Award, A Dialogue, Plants and Buildings, Northern Report, Kenneth Frampton, Pre-Budget Meeting, RIAI Council 1983, Postscript, International Architectural Event for Dublin, National Heritage Bill 1982, RIAI Comments, Theft at RIAI, Ballot for Fellows, Council, Liffey Quays, David Watkins, Athenian Stuart: Pioneer of the Greek Revival, John Harris, William Talman: Maverick Architect, James Gandon, Francis Johnston, Royal Hiberinian Academy, Abbeville, Irish Concrete Society Awards 1983, Irish Concrete Society 1982 Award for Irishenco Site Team, Arts Award 1982, ARCO, Second European Passive Solar Competition 1982, Henry Aaron Baker, St George’s Church, Notices, standards, circular, newsletter, committee, competition, conference, course, lecture, planners, membership, RIAI, Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland, AAI, awards, news, concrete
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Architecture Ireland 283

Editor: Sandra O'Connell
Journal
€ 9.50 

Architecture Ireland is the journal of the Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland. Issue #283 focuses on the theme of 'Strength, Utility and Grace'.

architecture review, building review, architecture expo, school design, public buildings
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The Antique Pavement

Author: Derry O'Connell.
Book
€ 4.75 

An illustrated guide to Dublin's street furniture.

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Architecture Ireland 316

Editor: Michael K. Hayes.
Journal
€ 9.50 

Architecture Ireland is the journal of the Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland. Issue #316 focuses on the theme of ‘value’.

A framework for our architectural future, The pursuit of place value, Demonstrating the value of architecture through post-occupancy evaluation, Ethical values in architecture, A register of shared values - The potential of alternative frameworks in public procurement, Valuing our future, Remembering John Peter Andrews, Truth, flags, and identity - On the intersection between art and architecture, Deliberation and circumstance - An interview with Tara Kennedy on her first five years in practise, The role of remote working for the future, Detail: 5CUBE, The Best Address in Town: Henrietta Street Dublin and Its First Residents 1720-80, Cork’s Modern Architect: The Work of Frank Murphy, Just designs, Thinking across scales - Lateral Office, A shelter for daydreaming, Hammam Hotel and Turkish Baths - James Adam & Sons 1922
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Architecture Ireland 311

Editor: Michael K. Hayes.
Journal
€ 9.50 

Architecture Ireland is the journal of the Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland. Issue #311 focuses on the theme of 'data'.

Entanglement: An interview with Fiona McDermott and Clare Lyster of Annex; Realer than fiction: Thoughts on the production of physical and digital space; The future of the library: Thoughts on the production of physical and digital space; A machine for living in: The implications of smart home technology in domestic space; Magic and metaphysics: House space is produced in the digital age; so near / so far; Reflections on the present and future impact of COVID-19 on architectural practise; The architecture of a pandemic; Lost in Zoom; Transitioning back to the workplace; Understanding the value of good communications; I think that there’s something that has resonated my whole career: the fact that an architect isn’t just designing a building; Home: why public housing is the answer; Just transition, Remembering Manfredi Anell; Eoin Ó Broin, 17th International Architecture Biennale, Clare White
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Architecture Ireland 320

Editor: Michael K. Hayes.
Journal
€ 9.50 

Architecture Ireland is the journal of the Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland. Issue #320 focuses on the theme of 'education + practice'.

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Architecture Ireland 314

Editor: Michael K. Hayes.
Journal
€ 9.50 

Architecture Ireland is the journal of the Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland. Issue #314 focuses on the theme of 'leisure'.

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Architecture Ireland 311

Editor: Michael K. Hayes.
Journal
€ 9.50 

Architecture Ireland is the journal of the Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland. Issue #311 focuses on the theme of 'data'.

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Architecture Ireland 275

Editor: Sandra O'Connell
Journal
€ 9.50 

Architecture Ireland is the journal of the Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland. Issue #275 focuses on topics such as Irish modernism and contemporary Irish design.

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Architecture Ireland 279

Editor: Sandra O'Connell
Journal
€ 9.50 

Architecture Ireland is the journal of the Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland. Issue #279 focuses on the theme of ‘healthcare design’.

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RIAI Bulletin 9

Editor: Peter Ferguson.
Journal
€ 4.75 

Beginning in 1972, the RIAI Bulletin was a monthly newsletter to inform Institute members of the wide range of matters with which the RIAI was involved.

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living in town ... conserving the future

Book
€ 7.95 

A pamphlet documenting the papers presented at the National Housing Conference held at Leopardstown, Co. Dublin, in October 1974.

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Post Industrial

Editor: Miriam Delaney.
Book
€ 0.00 

Post Industrial features a series of essays discussing the physical and material world of Irish industrial settlements; how these villages as worked a social spaces, while at the same time highlighting future conservation priorities.

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Mapped: a study of planned Irish villages

Editor: Miriam Delaney.
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Mapped is the outcome of a Dublin School of Architecture research project interested in the origins and morphology of Irish villages. The book is intended as a guide to planned villages; those distinctly formed by the actions of landlords, religious groups, and entrepreneurs.

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UCD Architecture 2006

Editors: Gary A. Boyd, Hugh Campbell, Pierre Jolivet, Jim Murphy, Elizabeth Shotton.
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€ 0.00 

An annual yearbook featuring staff and student work from the UCD School of Architecture.

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The Square Kilometre: Naked House Naked City

Editors: Gary A. Boyd, Greg Keeffe, Rebecca Jane McConnell.
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€ 0.00 

This publication seeks to explore some of the hidden architectures that influence and condition life in the city on a daily basis, beginning within the servicing of the house and expanding over a square kilometre of city fabric.

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New Dimensions in Regional Planning: A Case Study of Ireland

Author: Jeremiah Newman.
Book
€ 7.95 

This book was the first in a series on development planning by An Foras Forbartha, and followed the first conference on regional planning ever to be held in Ireland, in May 1965.

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