What onsite wastewater system do you need?
If you can’t connect to the mains sewage, preliminary site…
Planning
Does your project need planning permission? We explain the process, requirements for new builds and renovations, potential pitfalls, and where to get help.
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Rural housing rules set for biggest overhaul in two decades
Ireland’s draft National Planning Statement removes restrictions on building in…
Benefits of a self-build
Novice self-builders Laura and Una Ryan Kearns explain why they…
Urban garden design in Tipp
This urban garden required site levelling at the back; garden…
How much does a driveway cost in 2026?
Quantity surveyor Keith Kelliher does the maths on driveway costs…
Factsheet: The path to Net Zero homes in Ireland
Changes to how you design your new build, and to…
Smart homes in Ireland
Considering smart home technology in Ireland? Learn how professionally designed…
Rayco Modular Homes
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Drainage Design
Innovative drainage design consultancy and independent solutions tailored to your…
How much will kitting out the house cost?
From kitchens and stairs to windows and flooring, here’s how…
City garden tips
This garden project in Galway city shows what can be…
It’s not just about size: Shape matters too
How does the shape of your house determine how much…
Do you really need an architect?
When building or renovating a house, you’ll find one piece…
Planning application process
Find out what the planning application process is like if…
Where an architect saves you money
How much can you really save from hiring a design…
ABP decision making ‘irrational’, says judge
A self-builder is a step closer to building his home…
Pre design: Direct labour vs main contractor
Brian Corry from Selfbuild Ireland talks to Niall Healy from…
Tips on building your own home – concretebuilt.ie
Tips on Building Your Own Home – Quantity surveyor Lisa…
Tendering a construction project
To go to tender, or tendering, is the most common…
