Converted Castlebar church wins Conservation Project of the Year award

THE Mayo Medical Academy, located in former St. Mary’s Hospital Chapel in Castlebar, has been awarded the ‘Conservation Project of the Year’ at the Irish Construction Industry Awards 2016.

The facility is an NUI Galway partnership with Saolta University Health Care Group and Mayo University Hospital for the training of doctors.

The Irish Construction Industry Awards recognise, encourage and celebrate original and innovative contractors, businesses, teams, consultants and projects that demonstrate excellence in the built environment.

The Mayo Medical Academy was officially opened by An Taoiseach, Enda Kenny last December and is housed in a purpose-designed facility located on the grounds of Mayo University Hospital.

The design team was Taylor Architects, Castlebar, and the work was undertaken by the local construction firm Mountain View Securities.

The entire project was funded by NUI Galway at a cost in the region of €2.2 million. The final result comprises a stunning and innovative architectural design, combining the best of old and new.

Pictured is Brendan O’Riordan, CITA, presenting the ‘Conservation Project of the Year’ Award to Eamon McCarney of Taylor Architects, Castlebar.