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An illustrated poetic narrative documenting my experience of going to a football stadium with intense anxiety and feeling more welcomed than I ever thought I would, with so much light, levity and love.

Featured in the Dublin Open House 2024, The Four Courts is an iconic historical landmark comprising of multiple buildings that collectively provide various legal services to the nation. Despite the catastrophic damages resulted from the early years wars, this complex was chosen to be restored and refurbished. Since then, The Four Courts has been preserved for more than two centuries.
It is more than just keeping the physical aspect of the building, but also what the building represents and its vital functionality to the country. It is accessible to everyone, giving the opportunity to each and every single human being to fight for their rights, despite their own circumstances.
Just as stated in the main building, “All citizens shall, as human persons, be held equal before the law.”

As I was volunteering at the High Street Balbriggan house by the beautiful seaside, I was unexpectedly inspired by the simple yet profound design of a cat flap on the timber sliding door to the backyard. It struck me as a thoughtful, inclusive element that seamlessly integrated animals into the built environment—an increasingly rare gesture in our modern world. The cat flap symbolises a small but significant act of hospitality, a bridge between human and animal life, acknowledging the presence and autonomy of our beloved companions. It’s a quiet statement of respect, a reminder our spaces need not be solely human-centred but can be shared harmoniously with other creatures. This design, humble yet purposeful, inspired me to think more about how architecture and urban planning could be more inclusive of the natural world.

This year, my 3-year-old son joined me at Open House Dublin. From the moment we arrived, it was clear inclusion was at the heart of the event. Every building had easy access, allowing him to explore freely, just like any other visitor. What stood out even more was how warmly he was received by everyone we met: staff, architects and attendees. He was treated with kindness and encouragement, which made him feel like he truly belonged. With his little pink camera in hand, he captured over 600 photographs—each click a testament to how engaged and excited he was. The joy on his face as he wandered through the spaces and took in the festival’s vibrant atmosphere was unforgettable. This experience demonstrated that with thoughtful planning and open-mindedness, festivals like this can truly celebrate diversity and inspire a sense of belonging in everyone, regardless of age.

Beauty is in the simplicity of design and its formal usage, these photographs are from an architectural exhibition space in Temple Bar, Dublin, Oct 2023. Life is a continuum of design and reforming materialisms, including temporary exhibition spaces.

This is the Wayfinding Centre. It houses all forms of public transport, emulating the footpaths, cycle lanes, road crossings and platforms that must be navigated in order to access such transportation. The Centre’s aim is to improve the use of public transport by people with disabilities. Currently, only 6% of the 1.1 million people with disabilities in Ireland use public transport. The Centre offers people with disabilities the opportunity to experience access to buses, trams, airplanes and trains, all under one roof and in a safe and controlled environment. Architects, planners and designers can gain a better understanding of how transport is accessed, thereby moving closer towards universal design. It is an impressive sight to experience under one roof and even more so knowing the positive impact that the Centre will have on those with living with disabilities.

It’s an amazing building. Great history.

Las flores son el reflejo de lo diverso, de la belleza del vivir, del compartir, del crear un conjunto que florezca más allá de las barreras. Cada pétalo es cada parte que nos conforma como individuos y como la igualdad en la comunidad nos hace estar en sintonía con el mundo.

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Flowers are a reflection of diversity, the beauty of living, sharing, and creating a unity that blooms beyond barriers. Each petal represents a part of who we are as individuals, and how equality within the community harmonizes us with the world.

Un público que camina hacia la salida “viable” en una arquitectura con un espacio más accesible, con
un diseño que permita la integración de todos. Simboliza el objetivo de la arquitectura inclusiva, que
debe guiar a las personas de manera fácil y cómoda hacia su destino.

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A public that walks towards the ‘viable’ exit in an architecture with a more accessible space, with
a design that allows the integration of all. It symbolizes the goal of inclusive architecture, which
should guide people easily and comfortably to their destination

Proyecto visual que aborda el tema de la inclusividad y aceptación de personas con diversidad funcional en nuestra sociedad; creando una conexión con el paisaje natural de Bizkaia, con el que convive y es arropada la ciudad.

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A visual project that explores inclusivity and the acceptance of people with functional diversity in our society, creating a connection with the natural landscape of Bizkaia, which surrounds and embraces the city.