Three in one
This modern take on a traditional farmhouse is, for Suzie and Paul Johnston, everything they wanted in a house, but it was Suzie’s involvement during the build that gave it…
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All in the family
Being close to your family is one thing, it’s quite another to let them build your house! David and Mary McDonagh of Co. Mayo did just that, and they haven’t…
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A mountain to climb
When you decide to build a home ‘for life’ the emotions coursing through your veins will be a mix of excitement and apprehension. The prospect of getting exactly what you…
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The accidental self-builder
Building on a sloping site is difficult enough, which is why losing your main contractor midway through the project probably would send most people running to find a new one!…
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Home birds
Going down the direct labour route with a self-build is both hugely rewarding… and incredibly time consuming! Despite working 300km away from his home-to-be, Sheamus Clifford still managed to do…
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Unfinished Symphony
Back in 2004, gaining planning permission to build a new home in a rural setting in NI was quite different to today. Then, the only real chance of success was…
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External wall coverings
The external skin of a building must have four essential characteristics: durability, resistance to moisture penetration, uniform weathering and an attractive appearance. It may also be required to provide weight…
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Once in a lifetime
When Ciarán and Linda McManus got engaged, they decided to build their own house, pledging that they would include everything they ever dreamt of putting in a home so that…
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Northern Light
When Mary and John Stewart of Co Cork decided to extend their family home, they knew exactly what they wanted. A north facing, yet light filled, extension… [agg_tabs theme=”dark”] [agg_tab…
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