Office space demand precipitates a Smithfield regeneration

Rising rents and a dearth of available property mean that new office development is coming down the tracks

The old Jameson Whiskey distillery on Smithfield in Dublin 1

The revitalisation of the Smithfield area of Dublin is gathering momentum, thanks partly to strong demand for office space and increased retail and cultural activity.

Currently, Smithfield has about 1 million square foot (92,903 square metres) of standing office stock, according to a report by Knight Frank, with practically ...