by john | Aug 27, 2019 | Architectural Design
Design features were not a priority in Irish homes until recently, but with everybody travelling and watching design shows, homes are becoming more stylish and interesting (not to mention comfortable). Now, aspects such as lighting and materials have become central to... 
by john | Aug 16, 2019 | Architectural Design
Until quite recently, the automatic choice for heating your home was an oil or solid-fuel boiler. Things have changed in the world of home heating and It will be illegal to install an oil boiler from 2022. Gas boilers will be banned from 2025 in all new builds.... 
by john | Jul 9, 2019 | Architectural Design
How to design and retrofit homes to maintain a comfortable temperature and accommodate mechanical ventilation heat recovery options. Heat is becoming an increasingly sensitive issue; architectural designers prioritise heat retention when building new homes and... 
by john | Jul 9, 2019 | Architectural Design
When you set out to build your dream home, the building method you choose may not be the first thing you think of, but the construction method will affect virtually every aspect of the project. From cost, to build time, to energy efficiency; each building method has... 
by john | May 9, 2019 | Architectural Design
Go with the Flow: What to Consider When Designing Your Home’s Layout… The quality of your experience living in a home has far more to do with the way it’s laid out than with its size. Think about it: It doesn’t matter how enormous your living room is if you bang... 
by john | Apr 8, 2019 | Architectural Design
Building an Extension – What you need to know Building an extension is often the best way to add some extra space without moving house. It’s cost-effective and makes sense if you have the space on your site, but there are several factors you need to consider...