West Donegal home with panoramic view
The owners had had a second home in this part of West Donegal since the 1960s and wanted to continue holidaying there with their children and grandchildren. Their property extended…
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Former Fermanagh Church Extended & Renovated
The former Tattykeeran Church originally dates back to 1814 and has been beautifully and sympathetically restored, converted and extended by the present owners over the last ten years to now provide…
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Open plan renovation
By knocking down an internal wall and reconfiguring her living space, Mary Johnston of Co L’Derry transformed her day-to-day life for the better. We renovated three years ago and I…
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DIY self-build in Carlow
Ian Walsh’s renovation project in Co Carlow illustrates the benefits of having a vision, and sticking to it. When Ian bought a run-down property in the midlands, all he could…
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Buying a House To Renovate
Thinking of buying a house to renovate? Here’s some inspiration from homeowners in an urban context. The family continued renting before they could move into their self-built refurbished digs, but…
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Dream holiday
When you find the perfect place to relax, it’s tempting to think about buying a holiday home. Máirín and Kevin Conroy were lucky to find one in Co Mayo, although…
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Renovation project in Co. Carlow
Ian Walsh’s renovation project in Co Carlow illustrates the benefits of having a vision, and sticking to it. When Ian bought a run-down property in the midlands, all he could…
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Typical extension designs
Architect Rod Maharg looks at the most common extension designs If you are thinking of extending your home, the possibilities, in theory, are endless. The location (front, side, or rear)…
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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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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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