" Suspended, framed and boxed structures."

The Central Bank of Ireland.

The Central Bank is a highly assertive building with a bold outline and dramatic styling. It is visible from throughout the city centre but particularly in Temple Bar where narrow streets and gaps between buildings can reveal its strong geometric presence. Originally after construction the roof was highly distinctive with its support members outside of the roof surface.

It is an unusual building for its time in regard to structure. The floors are all suspended at 12 support points by the steel trusses visible on the facades. During construction each floor was built at ground level and then hoisted into place with all its service equipment and fittings in place. This principle is illustrated in the animation above.