Paul Blamphin RIBA leads the Architectural department, which now accounts for over 50% of the practice workload. There is probably no such thing as a typical project coming into the office. The common factor in all projects is the close working relationship which develops between the client and ourselves. The last six years have seen a steady progression in the scale and value of commissions. We have broad experience in retail and commercial projects and serve major retailing chains throughout Ireland. Domestic, ecclesiastical and community-based commissions are also undertaken. Last year we completed several retail fitouts, a major new-build cold store and distribution facility, several church refurbishments, and the conservation of a prominent Art Déco office building. In 2001 we have seen, amongst other projects, the completion of a church, a veterinary pharmaceutical factory and a retail park, all new-build.