The design brief and getting the space right
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in Advice, Collating your ideas, Design, Other key structural decisions, Pre design, The design brief and getting the space right, Working out your requirementsAttic conversion ideas
If you’re wondering what to do with your roof space, check out these attic conversion ideas. In this article we cover: Completing an attic conversion opens up a world of possibilities, transforming a forgotten room into an incredible space. When it comes to attic conversions, the possibilities are endless. The space underneath your roof can […] More
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in Advice, Choosing external finishes, Collating your ideas, Cost savers, Energy Efficiency, Airtightness & The Environment, Kitchen and bathroom designs, The design brief and getting the space rightWhat’s trending in 2024 for house design in Ireland?
A round up of what’s trending in house design in 2024 in Ireland: find out the colours, materials and lighting schemes suites to every room of the house, from kitchens and bathrooms to bedrooms. In this article we cover: House design trends Beyond aesthetics, three elements will define the external appearance of your home: the […] More
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in Advice, Choosing an architectural designer, Energy Efficiency, Airtightness & The Environment, The design brief and getting the space rightPassive house myths
There’s a lot of talk around the passive house standard; here we bust the passive house myths that still linger. In this article we cover: General trends Well informed but not confident enough. We were pleased to find that the level of knowledge, including on all things passive house, was excellent. We did however detect […] More
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in Advice, Collating your ideas, The design brief and getting the space right, Working out your requirementsUtility room inspiration
If you’re looking for utility room inspiration, check out this round up of the latest trends from around Ireland. In this article we cover Your utility room should be functional, stylish, comfortable and practical. Here we have all the inspiration you need to design one from scratch or upgrade the pokey one you already have. […] More
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in Advice, Budget & Financing, Cost savers, Cost Series, The design brief and getting the space right, Working out your requirementsWhat can you build for 350k?
Architect Micah Jones looks at what you can build for 350k in Ireland today, and how to get the most bang for your buck. In this article we cover: Q: Can you build a 5-6 bedroom house with £350k to £400k in today’s climate? Micah says: Yes, but to a build quality, sustainable family home […] More
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in Advice, Energy Efficiency, Airtightness & The Environment, The design brief and getting the space rightWhat makes a home sustainable
The 12 variables that determine whether the home you’re planning to build or renovate is sustainable. In this article we cover: This summer stood out as one of the hottest on record, marked by devastating floods and raging wildfires across various regions of Europe. These alarming events have underscored, once again, the urgency for a […] More
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in Advice, Budget & Financing, Collating your ideas, Joinery: Watchpoints, The design brief and getting the space rightJoinery Costs
What you can expect to pay in joinery costs in Ireland today, including staircases, internal doors and inbuilt units. In this article we cover: Joinery costs: staircase structure The size, shape, position and layout of staircases, which taken with material choices, will lead to a variety of cost outcomes. The combined effect can result in […] More
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Are open plan designs a good idea?
Families find that grouping the living room, dining room and kitchen all into the one room is a layout that suits contemporary lifestyles, but there are some drawbacks too. Here we make the case against open plan designs. In this article we cover: For many years the dream has been to make the most of […] More
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in Advice, Choosing an architectural designer, Energy Efficiency, Airtightness & The Environment, The design brief and getting the space rightWorking with an architect: new manual for 2023
The Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland (RIAI) updated its guide to working with an architect for 2023. In this article we cover: The RIAI’s new guide for working with an architect has been updated to include the RIAI’s 2030 Climate Challenge, a voluntary pledge to design buildings to have as little impact as possible on […] More
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House design: Make room for the tanks
You’ll need to find somewhere that’s accessible for your plant room – the place you’ll be putting your tanks, manifolds and other equipment you’ll need to operate your home. In this article, Les covers: When considering what services, plant and utilities to incorporate in your new home, you need to take a long, dispassionate look […] More
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in Design, Kitchen and bathroom designs, Pre design, The design brief and getting the space right, Working out your requirementsRoom by room design
How you want and need the house to function will determine the room design, and how they will connect to one another. In this article we cover: Room uses and sizes and how to think about space in the home Living room: seating arrangements and what to include Kitchen: how to think of organising the […] More
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in Advice, Construction drawings, Designing the outside space, Pre design, The design brief and getting the space right, Working out your requirementsDesigning a house that’s easy to get around
The design flow of your house deals with access points, stairways, hallways and other circulation spaces, plus how to integrate storage. In this article we cover: How to make your design layout flow, basic principles Tools to use to make sure your layouts work Furniture placement Kitchen triangle and other basic concepts Access points through […] More
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