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| Project Value | Duration | Teams Collaborated with | Bedrooms | Partners Trained & Certified |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| € 23M | 6 Months | 5 | 120 | 40 |
The Parliament Hotel Dublin refurbishment project—transformed into the iconic Hard Rock Hotel—represented a unique and exciting challenge. This vibrant 4-star hotel project masterfully blended the rich history of a protected structure with striking modern architecture, all infused with the globally recognized Hard Rock brand. Valued at €23 million, the development aimed to deliver 120 new bedrooms, dynamic bars and restaurants, and captivating interiors showcasing legendary music memorabilia.
A defining characteristic of the Parliament Hotel Dublin refurbishment was its intensely compressed timeline, targeting completion of core construction and fit-out in just 6 months. This aggressive schedule, combined with the complexity of preserving a heritage building while constructing a new modern extension, made the adoption of Lean Construction principles absolutely essential.
Learn more about Parliament Hotel development philosophy here.
The Parliament Hotel Dublin refurbishment involved the careful integration of two distinct structural components:
Refurbishment of the Exchange Building: A three-story over basement red brick landmark dating to 1912—formerly the Parliament Hotel. This phase demanded meticulous preservation of original architectural elements while upgrading the interior to modern hotel standards.
Construction of the Fashion House Building: A new seven-story rear extension, connected to the historic Exchange Building through a sleek contemporary glass link bridge.
This complex development required the close coordination of five core project management teams and numerous specialist subcontractors. Key to achieving project success was the training and Lean Construction certification of 40 essential project partners.
Lean Touch Solutions was entrusted with implementing a comprehensive Lean Construction strategy for the Parliament Hotel Dublin refurbishment and its transformation into the Hard Rock Hotel. Our mission was to embed Lean principles across the entire lifecycle of this fast-track hospitality project.
Working simultaneously on heritage refurbishment, new construction, and a highly specific brand fit-out demanded an integrated and adaptive approach. Our responsibilities included:
Optimizing workflows for both the historic structure and the new seven-story extension.
Facilitating collaboration between conservation specialists, construction teams, and interior fit-out contractors.
Applying waste elimination strategies to streamline progress without compromising the premium quality standards of a 4-star hotel.
Coordinating integration points such as the glass link bridge between the refurbished and new buildings.
Our strategy for the Parliament Hotel Dublin refurbishment emphasized collaborative planning and Lean excellence. From day one, Lean Touch Solutions partnered closely with the client, developer, design teams, and specialist trades to ensure a shared commitment to timely delivery and quality execution.
Key Lean methods employed included:
The Last Planner® System: Used to schedule interdependent tasks across refurbishment, new construction, and fit-out stages.
Phased Handovers: Enabled early access for fit-out teams, essential for meeting the tight 6-month timeline.
Value Stream Mapping: Streamlined complex fit-out processes, particularly in themed bar and restaurant spaces and for installing music memorabilia.
BIM & Digital Tools: Used for clash detection and integration of old and new building elements.
Securing full buy-in for this holistic Lean approach was crucial. The project’s success depended on integrating Lean at every phase from early heritage assessments and demolition to new structure erection and final interior finishes.
A defining feature of this refurbishment was our commitment to capacity building. Over 40 key personnel received hands-on training in Lean methodologies. This ensured all teams heritage, construction, and fit-out shared a unified approach and could respond effectively to challenges without delay.
By applying Lean principles holistically, Lean Touch Solutions delivered a complex hotel transformation project on time and to world-class standards while preserving the character of a landmark building in Dublin’s heart.
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