| Architect |
Benson &
Forsyth |
| Date
Built |
2002 |
| Location |
Corner of
Clare Street and Clare Lane |
| Description |
|
| The National
Gallery of Ireland opened its doors to the
public in 1864. In the years that
followed, the original building has been
extended on a number of occasions.
The most recent addition was the Millennium
Wing (see above) that opened in January of
2002. This wing provides the gallery
with a new public entrance on the busy
thoroughfare of Clare Street. The Archiseek website says of this new building that, "Originally the building was to have a longer facade to the street but a conservationist campaign meant that a 19th century building earmarked for demolition had to be retained." They add that, "The interior as would be expected from Benson + Forsyth is dramatic. Containing extra gallery space as well as space for restaurants, shops and administration, the gallery has proven to be a great success increasing awareness of the collection and increasing access. The interior of the building has many large spaces including a massive entrance hallway, a winter-garden containing the main dining area and two floors of galleries. " |
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Millennium
Wing - National Gallery of Ireland,
 |
