Tribute to Hugh Wallace by Laois Great House Revival participant

A Laois participant in RTÉ's The Great House Revival show with architect Hugh Wallace has shared her fond memories of him, in the wake of the sad news of his death.

Hugh Wallace, member of the Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland, passed away suddenly at home on Sunday night, November 30.

Entrepreneur and digital creator Mary Rose Simpson, got to know Hugh when she took part in the Great House Revival when renovating her grandmother's home on Main Street in Stradbally in 2022.

She shared her tribute to the Leinster Express / Laois Live.

"I feel so fortunate to have got to know Hugh during our renovation project on and off camera - I have such fond memories of our time filming together during Covid.

"Our parting conversation that was filmed for the show by far will always stay with me as one of my favourite memories and conversations together. He has left his mark in so many Irish homes across the country and will not be forgotten," she said.

The late Hugh Wallace.

A statement made on behalf of Hugh Wallace's family describes his passion, creativity and warmth.

"Hugh was a director and co-founder of architecture firm, Douglas Wallace Consultants and was widely known and admired for his work as the presenter of RTÉ’s The Great House Revival and as a judge on Home of the Year. His passion, creativity and warmth touched colleagues, audiences, and his many, many friends across the country. 

"Hugh’s husband, Martin Corbett has called for privacy at this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with Martin and Hugh’s family and friends. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam."