Kildare school up for national architecture award

ST PAUL’S Secondary School in Monasterevin, Co Kildare, designed by de Blacam and Meagher Architects for the Department of Education and Skills, has been honoured with a place on the shortlist for the 2025 RIAI Public Choice Award.

This nomination places the school among 48 outstanding architectural projects competing for the title of Ireland’s favourite building or public space.

Now in its 36th year, the RIAI Architecture Awards celebrate excellence in architectural design and delivery by Registered Architects. The Public Choice Award is a unique element of the programme, inviting the public to actively participate by selecting the project that resonates most with them.

This year’s RIAI Awards are supported by Gold Sponsors VELUX and Sika Ireland. The Universal Design Category is proudly presented in association with the Centre for Excellence in Universal Design.

Voting is now open. Show your support for Saint Paul’s Monasterevin and help celebrate Irish architecture at its best.