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About Seán Harrington Architects

Our ethos is influenced by the practice ideas that have emerged over the past two decades, underpinned by a portfolio of built works that are a platform for our future projects and philosophy. The influence of history, place, culture and context forms an important part of our thinking. We share an enjoyment of existing buildings, where solutions for repair and re-use complement our appreciation of adaptability and flexibility. Our work should contribute positively to health and wellbeing, be caring and empathetic towards humanity, and give due consideration to nature. Our sustainability ethos is central to our approach. Resources and materials should be used efficiently. Energy consumption should be minimised. Lifecycle analysis and embodied carbon will be considered in the context of overall social, environmental, human and economic sustainability. We recognise that Architecture can be timeless, where strength and longevity are inherent characteristics of sustainable projects. The civic, societal, and community impact is an enjoyable and significant aspect of our practice. The opportunities presented through bridges, public realm, and housing in the past are a springboard to develop places that enrich the everyday lives of many. This echoes SHA’s social commitment, focusing on the common good. We are designers, liaising closely with clients, users and other experts to create work we are extremely proud of. We recognise our skills to be able to synthesise a composition. We enjoy collaboration with engineers and other professionals, where our sense of curiosity combined with an understanding of first principles thinking contributes to innovation, originality and authenticity. We strive for beauty, with sparks of creativity always being sought amongst the everyday challenges presented by architecture where time and money remains important. Integrity and respect underpins all of what we do. We work to maintain fairness and act with sensibility.

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