Brown Thomas / Arnotts
Premium Retail – Dublin, Ireland
Project Stats
Brown Thomas / Arnotts
Client: Brown Thomas / Arnotts
Dublin
Located at Dublin, Ireland
Retail
Retail Sector
Premium
Premium Retail Fit-Out & Refurbishment
The Challenge
Brown Thomas and Arnotts – two of Ireland’s most iconic retail brands – required a series of major fit-out and refurbishment projects that would elevate the customer experience while ensuring high standards of environmental comfort, operational efficiency and aesthetic quality.
The challenge was to provide engineering design solutions that supported:
- refined internal environments for luxury retail spaces
- precise thermal comfort and air quality control
- integrated lighting tailored for visual merchandising
- coordinated services within heritage and constrained city centre buildings
As premium destinations for fashion, lifestyle and luxury, these environments demanded a tailored engineering strategy that reinforced the brand experience while delivering efficient, reliable performance.
Our Approach
Lawler Consulting delivered Mechanical & Electrical design services across multiple fit-out and refurbishment stages for Brown Thomas and Arnotts stores. Our engineering solutions were developed in close collaboration with the client and design team to ensure seamless integration with architectural and interior design intent.
Key elements of our approach included:
- bespoke HVAC solutions designed to maintain stable thermal comfort across varied retail zones
- lighting and controls tailored for merchandise display, customer circulation and energy performance
- careful architectural coordination to preserve heritage elements while accommodating modern services
- detailed services layout design to minimise visual impact and maximise ceiling clearance
- integrated design development with contractors to manage city centre constraints and delivery sequencing
This approach ensured that the building services supported both the retail experience and long-term operational efficiency.
Project Outcomes
Enhanced Customer Environment
Retail spaces now provide superior thermal comfort, air quality and lighting conditions that support longer dwell times and elevated customer experience.
Visual Merchandising Support
Lighting design and controls were engineered to complement visual merchandising requirements — accentuating display areas while optimising energy use.
Efficient Services Coordination
Mechanical and electrical systems were precisely coordinated with architectural and interior elements to ensure visual subtlety and functional reliability.
Improved Operational Efficiency
HVAC and lighting systems were designed for energy responsiveness, supporting efficient performance during peak trading hours and quieter periods alike.
Brand-Aligned Engineering Solutions
Engineering choices were driven by brand experience and premium environment requirements, reinforcing the customer’s perception of quality and comfort.
Key Building Services
- Custom HVAC systems with zoned controls
- Interior lighting design and integrated controls
- Electrical distribution and power management
- Services coordination within heritage/constrained spaces
- Engineering design support through fit-out and delivery phases
Services Provided
- Mechanical & Electrical Design
- Integrated Services Coordination
- Lighting & Controls Strategy
- HVAC Zoning Design
- Fit-out Engineering Support
- Project & Construction Phase Assistance
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