02/06/2026
healycornelius design consultancy limited are pleased to share that planning permission has been secured for a unique mixed-use 'village-style' development on the southern gateway to Killarney, Co. Kerry.
The development consists of change of use of an existing detached residential dwelling to hostel reception and lounge area, a 2-storey vertical extension over the existing convenience store and service station containing a 150-bed hostel and a new-build commercial building containing key retail and healthcare offerings.
The architectural form of random geometric profiles was inspired by the topography of the local mountainous landscape and its adjacency to Killarney National Park. A small, well-considered palette of materials including louvered timber and Corten cladding reflect the properties proximity to nature while acknowledging the light industrial heritage of the site.
It was a pleasure working with our clients who placed their faith in us to conceive and deliver the design and secure planning permission for this landmark development.