About us

MCO has been working with the public, private and community sectors for over 20 years to enable real transformation in area-based development and within organisations.

Our Advantage

    Multidisciplinary team
    Our successful track record is due to the diverse set of skills and qualifications of our team ranging from business, to project management, environmental, architecture, engineering, communications, cultural and social development. The quality of our service is NSAI-certified and we have delivered numerous award-winning projects including Great Northern Haven, Father Collins Park, Mater Hostel Building, The Digital Hub and Temple Bar.

    Approach
    Our 4D approach involves mapping assets and resources to identify potential opportunities and solutions to challenges. We provide operational resources to work with clients and stakeholders on the implementation of projects. We also provide masterclasses, workshops and 4D toolkits to help stakeholders deliver those solutions within their organisations and communities.

Our Partners

    MCO has formed international alliances with specialists in healthcare planning (MAAP Medical Architecture + Art Projects, London); cultural planning and creative place-making (Noema, London); public realm design (Martha Schwartz, New York); sustainable design and sheltered housing (PRP Zedfactor, London); interactive design (Detail. Design Studio, Dublin); and urban design and landscape architecture (Abellyro + Romero Architects, Buenos Aires).

Our Directors

    Laura Magahy
    BA, MBA, Honorary Member RIAI, CDir, Certified Project Director, Level A (IPM).

    Managing Director of MCO Projects, Laura's particular expertise is in charting and implementing strategic organisational change, with a particular interest in healthcare. Laura is currently Chair of the Crafts Council, is past President of the Institute of Directors, and has served on various Boards as Chairman, Non-Executive Director, and Executive Director.

    Eve-Anne Cullinan
    BA Archaeology, History of Art & Architecture, MScMgmt Business Administration, IPM member.

    Executive Director of MCO Projects, Eve-Anne's particular expertise is in local area development, arts, culture and creative industries. Eve-Anne is currently Chair of the Irish Film Institute and a Director of ArArq Ireland and the Darklight Digital Festival.

    Philip Crowe
    MA (Hons) Architecture, Dip. Arch, MRIAI, MSc Applied Carbon Management.

    Director of Sustainable Design, Philip has particular expertise in energy and carbon management, cultural mapping and 4D planning and has won numerous architectural awards for innovative sustainable design projects with MCO.

    Joe Moreau
    FCA

    Director of MCO Board, Joe (BMC Chartered Accountants) has particular expertise in finance, business planning and structuring complex public-private finance initiatives. Joe is currently Chair of the Finance and Audit Committee of Temple Bar Cultural Trust (formerly Temple Bar Properties).