document details
Journal Article
Journal Title | Construction |
Article Title | 80 at 80 : 1950s and 1960s : American Embassy |
Editor(s) | Foley, Brian |
Page(s) | p35 |
Date | August / September 2015 |
Content | photos, text |
Note(s) | The circular design of the American Embassy is influenced by Irish round towers, Martello towers and ringforts. The five-storey building includes an internal three-storey atrium and Connemara marble floors. The unique bridge and moat, while honouring Irish heritage, was added as a security feature. |
Subject(s) | embassy buildings ; architectural history ; atriums ; security ; landmark buildings |
UCD Location | Search UCD Library Catalogue |