Case Study: Gabion Cladding (Teagasc NASRIC, Johnstown Castle)

• Project: Gabion Cladding
• Client: National Agricultural Sustainability Research and Innovation Centre (NASRIC)
• Construction: 28.02.2025

About this project: This is a project by Enviromesh, our partner company. We share a gabion fabrication site in Burton-on-Trent, and this project uses the same BBA-certified welded gabions we supply. Photos: Enviromesh, used with permission.

Project Background

National Agricultural Sustainability Research and Innovation Centre (NASRIC) required a building facade that reflected Ireland’s natural landscape while supporting the project’s sustainability objectives. The architectural design called for a durable gabion basket cladding solution that would blend contemporary construction with traditional materials.

Solution

Custom gabion baskets were selected to create the building’s architectural facade, filled with locally sourced natural stone.

“The combination of robust welded mesh construction and natural stone delivers a low-maintenance, long-lasting facade.”

Erno, Sales Support Specialist at Wire Fence

Installation Process

The facade was constructed using approximately 154m² of 4mm thick welded mesh gabion baskets. Once assembled and securely fixed in place, the baskets were filled with granite stone to create a striking architectural feature across the building’s exterior.

Final Result

The completed gabion basket cladding provides a modern, durable exterior that successfully combines sustainable construction with contemporary architectural design.

Products Used

• Custom size gabions
  • L52.5cm x D22.5cm x H67.5cm (Dia: 4mm)
  • L60cm x D22.5cm x H67.5cm (Dia: 4mm)
  • L82.5cm x D22.5cm x H67.5cm (Dia: 4mm)
  • L52.5cm x D22.5cm x H37.5cm (Dia: 4mm)
  • L60cm x D22.5cm x H37.5cm (Dia: 4mm)
  • L82.5cm x D22.5cm x H37.5cm (Dia: 4mm)
• Granite stones

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