Dermot Bannon

Dermot Bannon, a prominent Irish architect and host of RTÉ's Room to Improve, shares captivating insights into his life and work. He loves exploring cities without a plan, which fuels his creativity. Dermot reveals the challenges of modern architecture, including budget pressures and the impact of AI on design. He fondly recalls his first concert, U2's Unforgettable Fire, and discusses the music and films that shaped him, especially The Commitments. His passion for architecture and urban life shines through in this engaging conversation.