This is a detached, two storey over garden level house built in the 1870’s which is a Protected Structure. Over the years internal modifications and a three storey extension to the rear were built. The brief was to work with the existing structure and to adapt and extend it to accommodate to suit the family’s needs making it suitable for contemporary life. The design solution was to re-work the non-original extension
House Refurbishment, Dublin 6 The property is an 1860’s Protected Structure comprising two stories over a garden level. The property was in 17 flats and in very poor condition after many years of neglect. The proposals were to remove the unnecessary non-original extensions and internal alterations and to carry out repairs and alterations to enable the property to revert to single family occupancy. Our aim was to resp
Holiday House, Co. Wexford This project was to extend, refurbish and insulate a beachhouse dating from the 1970’s. The extension was planned with a glazed courtyard and the interiors design to suit the holiday use. The garden and external areas were designed to complement the house and to minimise maintenance. Location: Co. Wexford Status: Completed Browse Projects Prev Project → Next Project →
House Alterations, Co. Dublin This project involved a 1960’s house which was very dated and with a very poor energy rating (E2). Part of the ground floor and garage had been used as a dental surgery in recent years. The brief was to improve and modernise the layout internally, significantly improve the BER rating, and create a fresh new look to the exterior. The solution was to remove the conservatory, re-plan the ho
Mews House This house was one of a pair of houses that replaced former workshops. They share a similar section detail to the adjoining houses which we designed previously. This house being wider had different characteristics. A large central rooflight over the stairs creates a dramatic central 3 storey hall. The design service included the interior design of kitchen, bathrooms and built in fittings. Location: Rathmin
Mews House, Dublin 6 This project was to replace a warehouse with 3 houses on a narrow, 15 m wide, mews lane site. The main concerns of height and density were been overcome with careful design of the front elevations and a multi-level plan. Although the site was narrow, it was very long, which allowed a deep plan. The problems normally associated with this type of layout i.e. dark central areas were overcome
House Refurbishment, Dublin 8 This was a refurbishment of a 1860’s red brick terraced house near the city centre. The brief was to restore the property from 8 bedsits to a light filled contemporary family home. Location: Portobello, Dublin 8 Status: Completed Browse Projects Prev Project → Next Project →