The Round Room at the Mansion House, Dublin
Saturday 22 November 2025 | 19:00–00:30
Join us for a spectacular evening as we mark an important milestone in our profession – 60 years of the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists. This landmark gala is a tribute to six decades of innovation, collaboration, and excellence in Architectural Technology, celebrating the people and practices that have shaped our industry.
Hosted at The Round Room at the Mansion House, one of Dublin’s most iconic and historically rich venues, this grand circular chamber has welcomed presidents, poets, and pivotal events in Irish history making it a fitting backdrop for a celebration of architectural legacy.
Expect a sparkling drinks reception on arrival followed by a delicious three-course gala dinner, a speech to mark the occasion, and an evening of dancing to a live band. Dress to impress as we celebrate amongst friends and colleagues, old and new!
Please see below some images of the Round Room that will be used during the event:
The Round Room
The Round Room
The Round Room
Getting here
- A pedestrian crossing with dropped curbs is located 190 meters from the venue.
- Taxis can drop off guests right outside the venue.
- The nearest tram stop is the Dawson Street stop, a 4-minute walk away. The nearest train station is Pearse Street Station, a 15-minute walk away.
- The nearest car park to The Round Room is Q-Park Dawson Street, a 6-minute walk away. Q-Park has 370 parking spaces and 5 disabled parking spaces and is located on School House Lane, Dublin, DO2 WF63.
Venue access
- The main entrance is via the Dawson Street entrance which includes 9 steps and a railing for support.
- Step-free acess is available via a lift to the right of the steps at the Dawson Street entrance.
- Once inside, step-free access is available throughout the venue, and an accessible toilet is available. The flooring in the venue is even, smooth, and wooden.
During the event
- The event format is a seated gala dinner followed by dancing to a live band. Seating will be available throughout the event.
- If you use a walking or mobility aid, we can provide space for this to be with you during the event.
- There will be approximately 350 people in attendance seated on tables of up to ten. There will be live and recorded loud music, images on a large screen, speeches, toasts and clapping and cheering.
- The venue will be dark and lit with spotlights and stage lighting with some moving and flashing lights.
- A small number of ear plugs will be available on entry should they be required.
Additional support
- The venue can cater to a wide range of dietary requirements, including allergens and religious diets. Please notify us of your needs in advance so we can accommodate you properly.
- If you require a carer to assist you in attending the event, they will be able to secure a free ticket. Please contact Joanne Rowlands (details at the bottom of the page) directly about this matter.
- Large print menus will be available. Please let a member of the team know if you require one.
- Assistance dogs are permitted in the venue.
