What do you think of the planned redevelopment of Stephen's Green shopping centre?

Not everyone is too happy about the plans for the shopping centre.

DUBLIN’S STEPHEN’S GREEN shopping centre received the green light for the planned €100m part demolition and rejuvenation earlier this week.

Originally built in the 1980s, the centre is known for its white ironwork and glass design.

MixCollage-26-Apr-2026-12-59-PM-3621 Left, the shopping centre as it is, and right, the planned redevelopment.

Dublin City Council received 61 submissions with the bulk of those opposed to the application.

The digital images showing the plans for the shopping centre have attracted some criticism as the distinctive facade is to be completely redone.

So today we’re asking you: What do you think of the planned redevelopment of Stephen’s Green shopping centre?

Poll Results:

I hate it (6919)

I don't like it (3601)

I'm neutral (1306)

I like it (594)

I love it (470)

I love it
I like it
I'm neutral
I don't like it
I hate it

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