Watch: Last views of Crawford Art Gallery as it shuts its doors for renovations

Cork's Crawford Art Gallery closed its doors on an old chapter on Sunday, as work begins on a two-and-a-half-year renovation of the iconic building.

Designed by Grafton Architects and set to be delivered by the Office of Public Works (OPW) and Crawford Art Gallery, the overhaul will add 50% more space for storage and exhibitions.

A five-storey extension will be added to the building and a new restaurant will be built too.