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Thrifty renovation project in Kerry
For Mark and Elaine Coleman, this thrifty renovation project was all about putting the Pareto Rule into practice – getting 80 per cent of what they wanted at 20 per cent of the cost. In this article Mark and Elaine explain how they renovated a tired old bungalow into a stylish family home. Their choices […] More
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Timber frame energy efficient home in Kilkenny
Kieran and Anita McGrath are a typical example of how forward-thinking self-builders are, especially when it comes to making an energy efficient home. Not only did the couple achieve impressive eco credentials back in 2011, they drew up their house plans and project managed the build themselves. In this article we look at: With their […] More
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Cast concrete home extension in Donegal
Even though Emma and Mark Smith were reluctant renovators, they knew a home extension project was the only way to create the family home of their dreams in such a desirable location. In this article Emma and Mark talk about their home renovation proejct: With six bedrooms, an acre-and-a-half of beautifully mature gardens and breathtaking […] More
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Modernising a semi-detached house
How Jane Williams modernised her semi-detached house within budget thanks to the help of her quantity surveyor, architect and builder. In this article we cover: Jane Williams never dreamed she could tackle a major renovation project, until she came across an opportunity too good to pass up. “I got onto the property ladder in my […] More
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The two storey home in Co Mayo
A carpenter by trade, Ambrose Lynott had the skills and ambition to build a dream two storey home for himself, his wife Donna and four children. With the help of family, and 24/7 dedication to the project, they managed to get it all built in a year. The site, gifted by my parents, is next […] More
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Building the dream: Part II – Good Looks
Having a storm proof roof and external façade is a necessity in Ireland but my wife Karen and I, like most people I think, were more focused on the aesthetics and ensuring that our house blended in to its surroundings, writes self-builder Brian Corry who is on a mission to build himself an eco house. […] More
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First time self-builders create dream home in County Down
From design vision to final finish, first-time self-builders Colin and Nicole McKee rolled up their sleeves and got stuck in. In this article we cover: “We were fortunate to have a site on Colin’s family farmland and after watching way too many episodes of Grand Designs, we convinced ourselves that we could take on a […] More
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L-shaped new build in Antrim
Paul and Diane Gates stumbled across an old hilltop farmhouse for sale with jaw dropping views across Belfast’s cityscape. This unexpected discovery was a stroke of luck that followed them throughout their self-build journey. In this article we cover: Paul and Diane Gates hadn’t set out to become self-builders. Neither of them had built a […] More
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in Building methods, Collating your ideas, Cost 200-300, Leinster, New Build, Pre design, Projects, Self-build Projects, Timber Frame, Two StoreyBuilt out of lengths of timber
Carpenter Chris Gillick constructed his family home with the “stick built” timber frame method. Here’s how he and his wife Serena did it in County Meath. In this article, Chris explains: Why did you decide to stick build the house from standard lengths of timber? It’s a method I’m familiar with. And to save money, […] More
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in Design, Extension/Renovation Projects, Extensions & Renovations, Munster, Projects, Securing planning permissionLighthouse keeper’s renovation in Cork
Few people get to wave at the fishermen passing by when they’re out in their garden, but Saoirse Fitzgerald does from her Co Cork home – the dwelling the lighthouse keeper used to live in. In this article, Saoirse talks about: What state was the lighthouse keeper’s dwelling in, and how did you approach the […] More
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in Design, Direct labour vs main contractor, Extension/Renovation Projects, Heating systems, Munster, New Build, Other key structural decisions, Pre design, Projects, Securing planning permission, Self-build Projects, Timber FrameConcrete interiors for new Co Cork home
The challenge for architects is to get the houses they design in the countryside to blend into the landscape. When it came to his own home, Andrew O’Brien came up with an ingenious solution by incorporating concrete interiors. In this article we cover: How did the project come about? The process was the same as […] More
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in Block, Choosing an architectural designer, New Build, Pre design, Projects, Self-build Projects, Ulster, Working out your requirementsThe multi-generational house
Building a home is always an emotional process. And for Cary Thompson, building a multi-generational house was the best way to honour the memory of his late mum. In this article, Cary shares how he built his multi-generational house including: Build type: blockwork (cavity walls)Heating system: gas boilerSAP: 79 How did the multi-generational house project […] More
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