Expanding Access to Heritage Sites
through the creation of interactive virtual representations
Torc Studio
Overview
Creating interactive, accessible digital experiences of heritage sites, Torc Studio combines architectural expertise, high-fidelity 3D capture and game design principles to produce immersive environments that expand access to culturally significant places for audiences in homes, classrooms and institutions.
The project transforms real-world heritage sites into spatially accurate, interactive experiences designed around exploration, storytelling and accessibility. Torc aims to support local communities, heritage organisations, educational institutions and tourism bodies in broadening public engagement while respecting conservation constraints.
Meet The Team
Patrick Brennan
A Registered Architect with five years’ experience in the public service delivering heritage conservation projects, including work on the Glasshouses at the National Botanic Gardens and other nationally significant sites. Patrick also brings experience in infrastructure visualisation and a formal education in game development, positioning Torc Studio at the intersection of architecture, digital production and interactive design.
Janice Dunlea
Janess Dunlea brings a strong creative and environmental perspective to the studio. With a qualification in animation from Pulse College and four years of volunteer service with the CDPA, Janess has a deep passion for the natural world and a commitment to thoughtful visual storytelling and environmental awareness within interactive media.
Progress
Torc is currently in playable prototype development with a view to develop a full pilot project. We are currently finalizing a thorough business plan as part of the Creative Entrepreneurship and Enterprise Development Programme with CREW Galway and ATU.
Torc Studio is one of nine start ups to be selected to take part in the Landing Studio in the CREW Building, launched by the Western Development Commission in February 2026.
In March 2026, Torc Studio was awarded 3rd place prize in the ATU Student Entrepreneurship Awards.
Get in Touch
Interested in making heritage more accessible and interactive? Get in touch to start the conversation.