Time to get creative

Plans are in place for an experimental and innovative temporary structure at Tramore Valley Park.

The structure is to be of architectural importance and will be chosen via the KinShip EcoLab Competition. It’s being organised by Cork City Council as part of the KinShip Project which is led by artists Marilyn Lennon and Sean Taylor.

Lord Mayor of Cork Cllr Colm Kelleher said: “With the support of Creative Ireland, Cork City Council together with artists Lennon Taylor offers architects, artists, designers, eco-builders and craftspeople from all over the world the opportunity to create a temporary architectural structure for public gatherings and workshops at Tramore Valley Park. This Open Call Competition is an unmissable opportunity for a unique setting.”

Tramore Valley Park which opened as a public park in 2019 on land reclaimed from Cork City's Old Kinsale Road Landfill site, contains a civic amenity site and a large expanse of low-lying peat bog. Artists Marilyn Lennon/Sean Taylor said: “The designs for the KinShip EcoLab for Tramore Valley Park should focus on eco-friendly and cost-effective building techniques to set an example of green building practice in Ireland and beyond. The entries should encourage a conversation about material provenance, construction practices, and the role of architecture in the greater climate change debate.”

The winning design needs to be pragmatic and easily constructible. Local communities may be invited to participate in the construction process where possible.

To enter the Ecolab KinShip Open Call Competition email kinshipapplications@gmail.com.