The monumental nature of the public facades is contrasted with the softer, garden facade of oak screens and cream render.

‘In the beginning’ – the phrase is inscribed in six languages over the main entrance. The public nature of the building is reinforced by its stone cladding with Jura limestone giving warmth and richness and Carlow limestone highlighting the entrance. The monumental nature of the public facades is contrasted with the softer, garden facade of oak screens and cream render. 

eml were invariably competent, attentive, and when circumstances were difficult – flexible… eml produced a building that to this day still surprises us with its loveliness. …Throughout the long and often difficult construction process, eml architects always remained professional, patient and good-humoured. For us, their role as architects was a blessing.

The Dominican Order