The Irish Independent

A further key piece of the O'Connell St redevelopment jigsaw is now in place following the granting of planning permission by Dublin City Council for a major redevelopment of the landmark Royal Dublin Hotel. Proposed works by owner Ampleforth Ltd includes a complete refurbishment and remodelling of the interior of the hotel, together with two, new bedroom wings with frontage onto Parnell Street and Moore Lane. The proposed design by Dublin-based Ashlin Coleman Architects is part of the plan to create a new and enhanced image for the hotel. Planning permission has also been granted for a new façade for the hotel on O'Connell Street. This exciting façade - designed jointly by Ashlin Coleman with UK architectural practice MacCormac Jamieson Prichard - will complete the new look for the hotel.