Middle Quarter – John Tuomey
Middle Quarter, the compelling new volume from acclaimed architect John Tuomey, continues the personal and professional journey begun in First Quarter. Blending memoir, architectural reflection and design insight, Tuomey explores the experiences, relationships and ideas that have shaped one of the most influential architectural practices of recent decades.
In Middle Quarter, the narrative moves seamlessly between deeply personal reflections and wider considerations of architecture's role in contemporary society. Tuomey writes with candour about the loss of family, friends and creative collaborators, while also examining the challenges and rewards of architectural practice, from the early years of establishing O'Donnell + Tuomey with Sheila O'Donnell to the demands of working on an international stage.
Richly illustrated with conceptual sketches and carefully selected photographs, the book offers a fascinating insight into the thinking behind some of the practice's most celebrated projects, including the Glucksman Gallery in Cork, the Lyric Theatre in Belfast, and major public buildings in London and Budapest. Thoughtful, accessible and beautifully produced, Middle Quarter will appeal to architects, students, and anyone interested in the creative process behind outstanding contemporary architecture.
Author: John Tuomey
Publisher: The Lilliput Press
Format: Paperback
Pages: 183
ISBN: 9781843519973
Publication date: April 2026