Scalable Designs: Preparing Data Centres for Emerging Technologies at MCA Architects
As architects of the spaces that power our connected world, we understand that data centres are not static structures, but dynamic ecosystems that must evolve at the pace of innovation.
Beyond the Walls: Designing Elderly Care Environments for Holistic Well-being in 2025
The conversation around healthcare is increasingly shifting towards a more encompassing vision—one that looks beyond the walls of residential care to the everyday lives, autonomy, and dignity of elderly residents.
IGBC “Build Green Now 2025” Conference – Key Takeaways
Fergal White, Sustainability Lead at MCA, shares his key takeaways from the Irish Green Building Council's Build Green Now 2025.
Data Centre Masterplan Design: Principles and Best Practices
Designing a data centre masterplan is a multifaceted endeavor that blends time-tested principles with evolving priorities in energy, sustainability, security, and accessibility. Over the lifecycle of a campus - often developed in multiple phases over 20+ years - the early design decisions set the foundation for long-term evolution, making a flexible, forward-thinking masterplan essential.
Collaboration & Creation: The Opportunities and Rewards of Delivering Projects Across Europe
In recent years, MCA has expanded its reach across Europe, working on projects in countries including the UK, Norway, Germany, Switzerland, and Spain. This international expansion has brought challenges, but as Associate Architect Marian Dinneen highlights, the opportunities and rewards far outweigh them.
Designing for Resilience: Safeguarding Built Environments Against Climate Change
On January 24, 2025, Storm Éowyn unleashed a recorded gust of 114 mph (183 km/h) at Mace Head, County Galway, marking one of several record-breaking weather phenomena associated with this devastating storm.
Balancing Wonder and Rigour in Workplace Design
David Pearson, Head of Workplace Design at MCA, explores how modern office design prioritizes collaborative, human-centric spaces.
The Art of the Possible: Ensuring Safety, Minimising Disruption, and Delivering Quality in Live Hospital Environments
Peter Duffy shares why constructability underpins every MCA design. It’s not just about construction; it’s about creating spaces that align with the client’s vision and deliver measurable value.
Future-Proofing Commercial Real Estate through Green Retrofits
The best commercial building is the one that performs to the highest standard, with the lowest environmental impact, and is fully let.
Unlocking the Full Potential of Commercial Assets
Maximizing the value of commercial assets is about more than just profit. MCA’s Andrew Howley highlights how our approach enhances environmental performance and fosters community for greater long-term value.