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The most comprehensive record yet of the work of the OPW from 1900 to the present ."Building for Government" presents a unique illustrated guide to the important architectural work of the OPW, including the design and refurbishment of Government Buildings, the Four Courts, the Custom House and Dublin Castle, alongside a selection of visitor centres, schools, Garda Barracks and post offices.'
includes three speciallyt commissioned essays: Reviewing the Century by M. O'Doherty, Continuity and Change in the OPW 1900-2000 by A. Gibney, Architecture in Independent Ireland by T. Brown.
A beautiful book compiling the work of the Office of Public Works in Ireland from 1900 to the present. Lavishly illustrated with superb colour photographs throughout. Including the design and refurbishment of Government Buildings, the Four Courts, the Custom House and Dublin Castle. Also Kilkenny Castle, Castletown House, National Concert Hall, Glebe House Donegal, National Botanic Gardens etc.
Large format hardcover, high quality photographs and an attractive production and finish. Retailed at IR£40.00.
Condition - internally very good, the upper edges of the dustjacket are sunfaded, and there are small closed tears to the dustjacket corners ( external only)
