Ballymore’s homecoming! Back to where it all began, with a sustainable new development
Back to where it all began, with a sustainable new development
Ballymore to partner with Diageo to create Guinness Quarter
Historic Dublin home of Ireland’s most celebrated brand aims to become city’s first zero carbon district.
Royal Wharf Pier realises vision for sustainable travel
Pier opens to public as Transport for London launches strategy aimed at increasing travel on the Thames
Bishopsgate Goodsyard redevelopment progresses
Ballymore and Hammerson are working together to deliver the redevelopment of Bishopsgate Goodsyard, and have received approval on two Reserved Matters Applications (RMAs) from the Greater London Authority (GLA).
A year of cuisine and community
It’s been a year since Sam Harrison and business partner Fanny Stocker opened the doors to Sam’s Waterside at The Brentford Project. As they celebrate a terrific first 12 months, we catch up with Sam who is now the proud recipient of 2 AA Rosettes for his food.
A new playground for Malahide
Minister and local TD Darragh O’Brien has joined the Mayor of Fingal Cllr Brian McDonagh and representatives from Ballymore this week to officially opening a new playground in Malahide. The fully accessible play space has been designed by Ballymore to complement its newest neighbourhood at Seamount Rise.
Double gold for Ballymore at the What House Awards
Ballymore's West London development, The Brentford Project, has scooped Gold in two categories at the 44th What House? Awards, celebrating the best in UK housebuilding.
Retail competition launches for Edgware
As part of our £1.7 billion transformation of Edgware town centre, Ballymore is offering local organisations the chance to win free retail space at Broadwalk Shopping Centre.
Goodluck Hope; A vibrant cultural destination
Featuring a fusion of culture, art, food and drink, Goodluck Hope hosted an interactive five month ‘Islander Festival,’ enriching the community with inspiring experiences, connection and discovery, cementing it as one of the most exciting places to live in the capital.
New construction training facility delivered for Edgware
The Skills Centre and Places for London open their third training Centre together for Londoners in partnership with the London Borough of Barnet and Ballymore.
Bustling Brentford
This roundup tells you of our busy summer season at The Brentford Project – one which saw us host a series of community focused events culminating in a ’Festival on the Water.’
Taste of Kildare acknowledges the dedication of the county’s creators
Ballymore proudly sponsors Taste of Kildare 2024. Here, in the last of our event preview series, Chef Graham Herterich shares his journey and connection to the county ahead of this culinary celebration.
A British Homes Award - and more accolades - for Brentford
Ballymore has secured the prestigious British Homes Award for Regeneration Scheme of the Year at the British Homes Awards 2024, one of three major awards in recent months. The British Homes Awards is regarded as one of the most esteemed recognitions in the UK homebuilding industry.
The festival is a wonderful way to bring people together
Ballymore is sponsor of this year’s Taste of Kildare festival – at which you'll find Susan McMillan of Grá Coffee Bar and Grá Collective Art Gallery in Naas. The cafe is an amalgamation of coffee and culture, showcasing the rich tapestry of Irish, local and international creativity, with artworks adorning the walls and the scent of freshly brewed coffee setting the scene. Here Susan tells us more:
Showcasing food, wine and entrepreneurship at Taste of Kildare
Lovers of good food, wine and company will soon gather at Naas Racecourse for the 2024 Taste of Kildare festival - sponsored by Ballymore. From 20th-22nd September, the festival gives visitors a chance to savour the county’s best artisanal produce and learn from Kildare’s top chefs and experts - including Michelle Lawlor, founder of Naas-based online wine retailer The Nude Wine Company.
Taste of Kildare is a fantastic opportunity for us all
Ballymore, founded in Kildare in 1982, has deep roots in the county. That's why we are proud to sponsor this year’s Taste of Kildare festival – a showcase of culinary expertise from across the region. In the weeks leading up to the event, we’ll hear from key voices shaping this remarkable festival - including Paul Linehan, owner of the Ballymore Inn.
A celebration of Kildare’s creators
Ballymore, founded in Kildare in 1982, is deeply connected to the county. That's why we are proud to sponsor this year’s Taste of Kildare festival – a showcase of culinary expertise from across the region.
Ballymore submits application for Edgware town centre redevelopment
Thousands of new homes, a major new park, and new retail space all proposed as part of major transformation centred around new Edgware transport hub.
The Brentford Project summer festival celebrates opening of Workhouse Dock
Saturday 29th June saw the Brentford Project awash with visitors in celebration of the official opening of the magnificent Workhouse Dock. Situated in its idyllic spot next to the waterside, Workhouse Dock boasts glorious views of the Grand Union Canal and the River Thames which visitors on the day were keen to soak up.
The Brentford Project named Development of the Year
Ballymore’s ambitious vision for the redevelopment of Brentford town centre has earned the prestigious PROPS Development of the Year award. This achievement coincides with the exciting news that the project has also been shortlisted for a British Homes Award.
Planning permission granted for Stratford Waterfront
London Legacy Development Corporation (LLDC) and Ballymore have this week been awarded detailed planning consent for 700 new homes neighbouring East Bank, the new cultural quarter for innovation, creativity and learning in Stratford.
Ballymore wins at the 2024 Irish Construction Awards
Ballymore’s River Walk has received the Residential Project of the Year accolade at this year’s Irish Construction Awards. The award was presented during a ceremony in Dublin on Friday night, celebrating Ireland’s top construction and development achievements over the past year.
Ballymore set to sponsor the 2024 Taste of Kildare Festival
Ballymore has announced its sponsorship of the 2024 Taste of Kildare Festival at Naas Racecourse this September. The three-day event, hosted by the county’s tourism board Into Kildare, promises to be bigger and better than ever, celebrating Kildare as the beating heart of Ireland’s culinary scene.
“I love living at 8th Lock!”
8th Lock in Dublin has been tailor-made to provide everything our residents could possibly desire. Now as we launch the final homes available to rent, we hear from those who have already moved in, as they tell us how they’ve been settling into our newest neighbourhood – somewhere which heralds a new era of living with sustainability, accessibility and community at its heart.
New Skills Centre to provide a base for construction and STEM skills in Edgware
A new Skills Centre will soon open on Station Road in Edgware and will provide a base for local people seeking to embark on a range of rewarding and varied careers in construction and the built environment. The Skills Centre has been funded and delivered by Ballymore (owners of the Broadwalk Shopping Centre), Places for London and The Skills Centre.
“We’ve been supported by Ballymore every step of the way”
If you’re passing through our Goodluck Hope development in London, you may smell the unmistakable smell of freshly baked bread courtesy of our newest tenants, Layers Bakery. The brainchild of professional chefs Faye Weatherburn and Giulia Agnoli, and entrepreneur Chelsea Finch, a formidable trio who have created a wholesome place for the community to enjoy their exquisite, baked on site, collection of baked goods. Here we chat to Faye, straight off the back of an incredibly successful launch weekend
Ballymore Renews Commitment to Gaelic Football at Dublin City University
Ballymore, renowned for its steadfast support of community groups and grassroots organisations in Ireland, has reaffirmed its support of Gaelic football at Dublin City University (DCU) for the 2023/24 academic year, having supported the men’s and women’s football teams since 2021/22.
“It’s the local creative and artistic scene I was looking for”
As one of the first residents at The Brentford project there’s no one better placed to tell us about life here than Sonia Jones. Used to living in the fast lane having worked in the music industry with household names such as Rita Ora and the Rolling Stones, we were intrigued to hear what appealed to Sonia about our waterside neighbourhood, here she tells us more.
Everyman confirmed as leisure anchor at The Brentford Project
We are delighted to announce that we have signed luxury cinema concept, Everyman, for The Brentford Project, our new 1.2 million sq ft riverside community and residential-led development in Brentford, West London
Spreading seasonal cheer in London
The past few weeks have seen many successful Christmas events taking place across our London neighbourhoods – from cocktail evenings and carol concerts to family-focused workshops and Christmas markets.
Expanding the menu at Goodluck Hope in London
The first of two new businesses at Goodluck Hope, Ballymore’s new island development on Leamouth Peninsula in London, has opened its doors today.
Ballymore honoured at the 2023 What House? Awards in London
The annual What House? Awards took place in London this weekend with Ballymore recognised in two categories: Best Luxury Development and Best Mixed-Use Development.
“Remarkable” Sean Mulryan is honoured at prestigious Irish awards ceremony
Sean Mulryan, founder, Chairman and Chief Executive of Ballymore has been presented with a prestigious award, honouring his outstanding contribution to business in Ireland, with judges describing Ballymore as “one of the most significant and indeed successful property development companies in Ireland and the UK”.
Ballymore and Sainsbury’s joint venture submits plans for major new canalside neighbourhood in Ladbroke Grove
Ballymore and Sainsbury’s have submitted a planning application for a major canalside neighbourhood in Ladbroke Grove. The proposed new neighbourhood has been designed to deliver 2,519 new homes, of which at least 500 will be affordable, plus two parks and a local high street with a reinstated, historic canal basin at its heart.
Ballymore wins best development at the 2023 Evening Standard New Homes Awards
Ballymore’s Gooduck Hope has won the Best Large Development Award at this year’s Evening Standard New Homes Awards – a prestigious ceremony which celebrates and commends innovation and excellence in today’s new homes.
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Ballymore helps secure Barnet’s first ever business improvement district at Edgware
There was exciting news for Edgware this week, as Barnet Council announced the borough’s first Business Improvement District (BID) – helping drive investment of up to £800,000 into the high street. The BID is the culmination of a campaign led by the Edgware BID steering group comprising Ballymore, Transport for London, Barnet Council and local businesses.
Slow fashion is in style at Embassy Gardens
Embassy Gardens played host to a celebration of sustainable style and independent British brands this month, welcoming hundreds of fashion fans to London's Nine Elms for a two-week pop-up with Daily Dress Edit. The pop-up took over Embassy Gardens’ Oxeye restaurant, creating an immersive style experience that allowed customers to explore the vibrant space – something the Evening Standard called “a colourful bijoux bursting with fab frocks”.
International recognition for Ecoworld Ballymore partnership
Ecoworld Ballymore, the joint venture partnership responsible for some of London’s most exciting and innovative residential developments, has received the UK-Malaysia Partnership of the Year accolade at the British Malaysian Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Awards.
Supporting Dublin Schoolchildren during World Autism Month
April was World Autism Month, providing countries all over the globe with the opportunity to increase awareness and acceptance of autism by helping neurodiverse people to reach their full potential. One school in Dublin is successfully helping its pupils build confidence and new skills through an approach known as equine therapy.
Ballymore neighbourhoods shortlisted for four awards
Four Ballymore neighbourhoods in London have been shortlisted for industry accolades – extending our run of awards success.
“Our lucky number 7” at Seamount Rise
Beautiful Malahide is a coastal community in one of Dublin’s most sought-after suburbs and Ballymore is onsite here creating an entirely new neighbourhood at Seamount Rise. Here. we meet one family who tell us why this is their ‘forever home’.
Design competition launched to re-green Edgware’s Station Road
The London Festival of Architecture (LFA), in partnership with Ballymore, Barnet Council and Transport for London (TfL), has launched a new design competition, ‘More Edgware, Less Anywhere’. Emerging architects, landscape architects and designers are invited to submit a proposal for a new public realm intervention in Edgware, re-introducing greening on the High Street.
The future of the town centre
Ballymore joined forces with international real estate journal Bisnow this week, hosting a debate on the future of the UK’s town centres and high streets.
A new era for construction
The construction industry faces major changes this year as the sector implements the new Building Safety Act – which drives a whole new safety regime for the construction industry.
Celebrating Europe’s best towns and cities at London City Island
Ballymore’s London City Island played host to The Academy of Urbanism’s Great Place Urbanism Awards, welcoming architects, designers and other guests to the area.
Ballymore helps celebrate Britain’s beautiful new buildings
Tintagel Castle Footbridge in Cornwall – the legendary home of King Arthur - was crowned the overall winner of the inaugural Building Beauty Awards hosted by the Royal Fine Art Commission Trust and sponsored by Ballymore.
Another prestigious award for Goodluck Hope
Goodluck Hope has won a Gold accolade at this year’s WhatHouse? Awards – one of the property industry’s most prestigious ceremonies.
Honouring Her Majesty’s legacy at Nine Elms
Sean Mulryan, Ballymore’s Chairman and Chief Executive, and Stephen Bayley Hon FRIBA, Chairman of The Royal Fine Art Commission Trust, planted the first of nine elm trees in the Nine Elms Park at Embassy Gardens, as part of ‘The Queen’s Green Canopy’ and in memory of the late Sovereign, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
Ballymore experts appointed to help shape the future of London
Development Director, Steve Tennant and Development Manager, Michelle Burton have both been appointed to the New London Architecture’s (NLA’s) expert panels for High Streets and Public Realm, respectively.
Ballymore picks up two British Homes Awards
The British Homes Awards has crowned Ballymore its 2022 Homebuilder of the Year at its annual ceremony at the Londoner Hotel, Leicester Square on 30 September.
Ballymore backs small business success in the capital
Having weathered the pandemic, small businesses are squaring up to the fresh challenges of the cost of living crisis and the UK’s 5 million or more artisan makers, café owners, creatives, street food chefs and entrepreneurs are applying their imagination and innovation to keep on attracting customers.
Ballymore partners with TfL to deliver renewal of Edgware town centre
Ballymore and Transport for London (TfL)’s commercial property company, TTL Properties Ltd (TTLP) have formally committed to combine their landholdings in Edgware. Working with the London Borough of Barnet, they will deliver their shared vision of a reimagined town centre with a thriving high street on Station Road open to all.
Ballymore lodges planning application to ‘open the gates’ to historic St. James’s Gate
Ballymore has today (29 July) submitted planning permission to Dublin City Council to regenerate and open the gates of the historic St. James’s Gate site to become the ‘Guinness Quarter’ – a world class, modern, and dynamic urban neighbourhood in Dublin 8.
Ballymore and LLDC establish joint venture to transform Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park
Ballymore has formed a 50/50 joint venture partnership with The London Legacy Development Company (LLDC), to bring new homes, jobs and amenities to Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park.
Goodluck Hope awarded “best place to live” at the Building London Planning Awards
Ballymore’s Goodluck Hope development at East London’s Leamouth peninsula won “Best place to live” at this year’s Building London Planning Awards.
Helping future design talent evolve new ideas in London
Ballymore sponsored the London School of Architecture’s Summer Design Charrette this month – helping connect the design community with emerging talent as they seek to address critical urban challenges.
Planning approval granted at Dublin Arch
Ballymore has received planning permission for phase 2 of its Dublin Arch mixed-use development adjacent to Connolly Railway Station in Dublin 1, paving the way for the creation of two residential blocks and four office buildings, all of which overlook a new central public space.
A sustainability first; Ballymore uses low-carbon technology in 8th Lock development
Ballymore has “topped out” the first building in 8th Lock, the final phase of its development at Royal Canal Park in Ashtown, Dublin 15. 8th Lock is the first large development in Ireland or the UK to make use of a pioneering low carbon product, Carbon Cure.
Three Snowhill crowned ‘best workplace’
Three Snowhill in Birmingham has won a 2022 British Council for Offices (BCO) Award – an accolade which recognises the highest quality developments in the office sector across the UK. Three Snowhill is the largest-ever speculative city centre office scheme built outside London attracting tenants including BT.
Ballymore submits plans for Brewhouse 2 at St. James’s Gate
Ballymore has applied for planning permission to repurpose the Brewhouse 2 building at St. James’s Gate in Dublin into a modern office space. The building, which was once part of Guinness’ brewery operations, will create a major headquarters building for Diageo Ireland, which will anchor the overall scheme. Refurbishing this building will also facilitate the wider redevelopment at St. James’s Gate.
“Stunning architecture and striking landscaping” – judges give Dublin Landings another award
Dublin Landings has been awarded the 2022 Urban Design & Architecture Award – the second accolade to be presented to the waterfront scheme this year. Judges noted “the project is distinguished by its stunning architecture and striking landscaping”, as well as referencing to the “calibre of the tenants who have chosen to take space there”; businesses now anchored at Dublin Landings include We Work, The Central Bank of Ireland and the National Treasury Management Agency.
Travel the Elizabeth Line for the latest in London living
London’s brand new Crossrail link is a fantastic addition to the capital’s transport network, making it a whole lot quicker and simpler to travel across the capital. The Elizabeth Line’s distinctive silver grey and purple trains entered service from Reading and Heathrow in the west to Shenfield and Abbey Wood in the east on 24 May, just ahead of the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee.
Helping shape London’s future – Ballymore joins the new Place Commission for London
Ballymore has joined the newly-launched London First Place Commission, helping to produce a framework and recommendations to evolve London's built environment as it recovers from the pandemic.
“Joyful and inspiring” Royal Wharf Primary School wins a prestigious architecture award
Royal Wharf Primary School has been named as a winner of a 2022 RIBA London Award – one of the most prestigious awards in architecture – with judges calling the school “joyful and inspiring.”
Ballymore secures planning permission for Cuba Street
Ballymore has successfully secured planning permission (subject to a Section 106 agreement) from the London Borough of Tower Hamlets’ Strategic Development Committee to create a new residential-led, mixed-use development in London’s Docklands.
Section 106 agreement secured for Bishopsgate Goodsyard
Bishopsgate Goodsyard Regeneration Ltd, the 50:50 joint venture between international property developers Ballymore and Hammerson, has completed the Section 106 agreement, unlocking the 1.7 million sq ft mixed-use regeneration area in Shoreditch, one of central London’s highest growth neighbourhoods.
Raising thousands for the people of Ukraine
The Lockdown Room bar and restaurant at Ballymore’s London City Island has raised more than £22,000 to help the people of Ukraine. In its commitment to charitable causes, Ballymore matched The Lockdown Room’s £10,000 fundraising target.
Standard Hotels is coming to Dublin Arch
Boutique hotelier chooses new Ballymore neighbourhood for first hotel in Ireland
Ballymore showcases Guinness Quarter plans
Chance to explore vision for regeneration of historic Dublin brewery site.
Northern Line has arrived at Nine Elms
New Tube station links Embassy Gardens to central London
Ballymore chairman celebrates marina regeneration
Community helps boost west of Ireland tourism with jetty project
Ballymore invites Londoners to ‘Meet Me At The Pier’
Family fun, live music, street food and cocktails are on the menu to celebrate the launch of Riverscape, Ballymore & Oxley’s new riverside neighbourhood in the making.
Ballymore partners with Sainsbury’s to deliver London homes
Major regeneration could bring up to 2,800 homes, job opportunities and new town centre.
Crafting a city neighbourhood for Dublin’s Docklands
A Scandi design influence, traditional construction approaches and ‘wild’ landscaping have all gone into making Dublin Landings.
Take on an activity challenge for charity
Dragons at The Docks is raising funds for Irish charities with a very special competition this year.
Big screenings and fine dining are bringing new places to life
A fantastic series of summer events have arrived at London City Island and Goodluck Hope.
Final homes launch at Embassy Gardens
The Courtyard Collection at The Modern is a stylish finale for Nine Elms neighbourhood.
School children get a little extra help with learning
Initiative provides 100 iPads to special needs assistants in County Roscommon
Investor targets Ballymore’s Dublin scheme in Irish resi debut
Union Investment’s first acquisition in Ireland’s residential sector is Royal Canal Park’s 8th Lock.
The Brentford Project launches return of summer events
Explore culture and creativity, shop, eat, drink, relax and enjoy at the Summer Series.
Hospitality ready to welcome customers at Ballymore’s London neighbourhoods
New bar and dining options open and favourites return at Embassy Gardens, London City Island and Royal Wharf.
Look to London Docklands for quality of life
You don’t have to head out of the city to find quality of life, as Wardian and our other developments in London’s Docklands are showing.
Talk of the town
London City Island townhouses radically ‘reimagined’ to offer optimum open space and connectivity, lacking in ‘the little box’ design of most traditional models, are making waves.
Explore Brentford’s past through its future
The Brentford Project may be a new quarter of west London, but its developer Ballymore is drawing on history to shape a distinctive place.
Green sanctuary in the city welcomes first residents
Wardian London’s biophilic design features garden terraces and lush planting.
Homestead puts new dining concept at the heart of London City Island
First restaurant opening is all-day dining and deli destination with focus on quality ingredients and community.
Mayor backs Bishopsgate Goodsyard plan
One of central London’s great remaining regeneration opportunities has got the green light.
Bringing the best of the city to the neighbourhood
As interest grows in the 15-minute city concept, new London developments like The Brentford Project can help in promoting its sustainable ethos.
New residents discover the joys of the urban retreat
Its river views, architecture and amenities have made Ballymore’s Goodluck Hope an ideal London home.
Help for the home turf
Competition will help Gaelic football and hurling club Roscommon GAA to upgrade its facilities and give the winner an extra-special gift of a home.
East London’s top treats for Hallowe’en
Take a spooky stroll at Goodluck Hope or get creepy crafting at London City Island.
Ballymore scoops top honours in Considerate Constructors Awards
Most Considerate Site prize and gold award put Ballymore among the best of the best.
Sky Pool structure raised into place at Embassy Gardens
Transparent acrylic structure lifted into place, 10 storeys up and spanning two buildings.
Industry recognition across Ballymore neighbourhoods
English National Ballet has been named as ‘Building of the Year’ by architecture magazine, Architects' Journal.
Getting back to nature with The Brentford Project
Horticultural extravaganza celebrates launch of homes in leafy west London.
Schoolchildren to green Roscommon and help the planet
Schools eco-initiative will plant 7,500 trees and inspire young minds.