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in Block, Cost Under 200, Extension/Renovation Projects, Extensions & Renovations, Munster, Projects, Two Storey

The three week renovation

How Denise and Fiachra Sinnott of Co Cork transformed their tired old 1980s chalet bungalow into a 21st century family home, carrying out the reno in just three weeks. In this article we cover: House size before: 190sqm plus attached garage 90sqmHouse size after: 250sqm plus attached garage 30sqmBedrooms: 4Plot size: 1 acrePurchase cost: €295kHome […] More

by Heather Campbell May 4, 2023, 8:46 am
in Extension/Renovation Projects, Extensions & Renovations, Free Content, Kitchen and bathroom designs, Projects, Ulster

Japandi kitchen design

This Japandi kitchen mixed with a mid-century modern design is monochrome and bold. The team at Daniel George Kitchens explains how they achieved the client’s vision. The kitchen design for this Co Tyrone home extension project is based of the door and style of the Milan Kitchen by Daniel George Kitchens. Here’s how the design […] More

by Daniel George Kitchens May 1, 2023, 9:51 am
in Extensions & Renovations, Projects, Timber Frame, Two Storey, Ulster

Period holiday home in Co Donegal

This historical lookout for seafaring smugglers was renovated to meet the demands of a holiday home and retain period features. In this article we cover: The watchtower, perched on the coastline above Portnablagh, was built to aid the local coastguard in their efforts to keep a lookout for seafaring smugglers. “The earliest detailed record I […] More

by Heather Campbell January 25, 2023, 11:32 am
in Bungalow, Extensions & Renovations, Projects, Ulster

Cottage renovation in Co Donegal

Sinead Campbell undertook a cottage renovation of her grandparents’ house in Donegal, turning it into a modern multicultural home. In this article, Sinead explains how she undertook her cottage renovation project including: When you’re building or renovating, there are so many decisions to make that pangs of doubt are inevitable. Sinead was […] More

by Astrid Madsen October 31, 2022, 11:20 am
in Block, Cost 300+, Extensions & Renovations, Projects, Two Storey, Ulster

Cantilever house in Co Antrim

Renovating this 1950s seaside house meant rebuilding the structural supports for the cantilever bedroom that takes in the view. In this article, we cover this cantilever house renovation project including: Overview House size before: 200 sqm House size after: 245 sqmPlot size: 1 acreBedrooms: 5Project cost: £400kConstruction: Steel and blockHeating and hot water: LPG boilerVentilation: mechanical My […] More

by Astrid Madsen September 13, 2022, 12:53 pm
in Block, Bungalow, Connacht, Cost Under 200, Extensions & Renovations, Projects

Compact renovation and extension in Co Galway

This compact renovation project in Co Galway shows what can be done on a budget. In this article we cover: House size before: 110sqm House size after (with porch and extension): 155sqft Bedrooms: 4Site size: ¾ acre Renovation cost (incl purchase price): €185k House value (2019): €200k Construction method: blockwork (cavity wall) Heating and hot water: oil condensing boiler Ventilation: […] More

by Astrid Madsen June 29, 2022, 9:19 am
in Cost 200-300, Extensions & Renovations, Projects, Two Storey, Ulster

Upside down renovation in Co Down

After a false start, Allison Cordner took charge of her renovation project and never looked back. In this article we cover: “When we moved back to Northern Ireland, we bought a 1970s house in a sought after neighbourhood as a renovation project,” says Allison. “The house, as many others in this area, had the living […] More

by Astrid Madsen May 18, 2022, 9:54 am
in Block, Extensions & Renovations, Munster, Projects, Two Storey

Seaside renovation in Co Cork

How Brian and Jane O’Regan’s family home with stunning harbour views in Co Cork underwent a seaside renovation. In this article we cover: “We mostly bought the house for its location and its views, but also because it was spacious enough to accommodate our large family,” says Brian. “There was a lovely feel to the […] More

by Astrid Madsen March 21, 2022, 1:23 pm
in Extension/Renovation Projects, Extensions & Renovations, Projects, Two Storey, Ulster

Hilltop renovation in Belfast

Sara Gunn-Smith and Craig Smith couldn’t believe their luck when they stumbled upon a semi-detached property in their neighbourhood big enough for their young family to live in. But there was work involved to upgrade the house. In this article we cover: “Before we bought our forever home we had lived in this neighbourhood for […] More

by Astrid Madsen March 1, 2022, 4:21 pm
in Block, Extension/Renovation Projects, Extensions & Renovations, Interiors, Projects, Two Storey, Ulster

Step by step renovation in Belfast

How Kirsty Tumelty tackled her Victorian renovation project in Belfast one step at a time, starting with emptying the house. In this article we cover: My partner Gary and I had lived in a rented apartment and didn’t think about moving for a long time,” says Kirsty. “We went to view a few houses to […] More

by Astrid Madsen January 2, 2022, 2:10 pm
in Bungalow, Cost Under 200, Extension/Renovation Projects, Extensions & Renovations, Leinster, Projects, Timber Frame

Dublin renovation on a budget

Alex Cullen and John Kilkenny bought a 100 year old house in Dublin city centre to do a budget renovation. The result is to die for. “We bought the house when we were young professionals, pre children,” says Alex. “We were renting at the time, in a house share, and wanted to buy something of […] More

by Astrid Madsen November 29, 2021, 4:16 pm
in Advice, Cost Under 200, Designing the outside space, Extensions & Renovations, Leinster, Projects

Tropical hideaway a ‘dream garden space’

How Damien Keane Garden Design carved out a tropical hideaway within a larger garden for a busy family in Dublin. In this article, garden designer Damien Keane explains how he tackled this Dublin tropical hideaway including: With a busy work and family life, the owners of this rather quirky garden in south Dublin wanted to […] More

by Claire Savage November 16, 2021, 2:12 pm