Designed by London practice Something and Son, The Sweat Oratory is a space for people of all ages to come together, relax and sweat it out during the festival. Reviving the little known tradition of the Irish sweathouse, this is their ...

By Michael Hayes Two recently completed Irish projects reaffirm the value of brick in architecture – the Lyric Theatre in Belfast and Rathmines Leisure Centre. While each have been inspired by unique conditions, the architects’ choice of brick expresses qualities ...