Straid Contracts Ltd is a leading construction sub-contractor specialising in fitout, structural frame solutions (SFS) and now light gauge steel frame solutions. The company was founded by a group of construction professionals with over 50 years’ experience in the industry, who combined their skills and expertise to create a one-stop shop for internal fitout and […]
An obsession with detail – every element, every millimetre – has been critical to the growth and success of MILLIMETRE DESIGN. The exceptional multi-disciplinary design practice has received numerous accolades over the years and was recently shortlisted in the Building Refurbishment for a Single Building or Development category of the 2019 Building & Architect of […]
The family-run business, Versatile Group whose grass roots are within engineering and specialised building products and services has appointed Philip Treacy to the role of Operations Director Ireland and Scotland, who will work closely with Zehnder Group – the innovative indoor climate solutions specialist – to grow the brand’s presence in Scotland. The appointment will build on Versatile’s technical […]
The latest Housing Market Monitor Q1 2020 published today by Banking & Payments Federation Ireland (BPFI) shows that, restrictions imposed to halt the spread of Covid-19 will have a huge impact on housing supply this year however, demand may be more resilient amongst borrowers on typical home buyer incomes. Providing his analysis of supply and […]
Sonica, the leading fit-out & construction company, has appointed Dan Ryan as Construction Director. In this new role with Sonica, Dan will oversee all future construction operations, supporting Sonica in targeting large scale business projects both locally and internationally as well as further embedding the Sonica commitment to uncompromising excellence and innovation across their entire […]
The EDPAC name is synonymous with quality, reliability and flexibility in a world where data processing and electrical technologies are applied in critical applications. The past 12 months has seen a period of expansion and growth and Commercial Director David Bourke tells Building Ireland that there is more to come. Friday, April 5th last was […]
Brooks Timber & Buildings Supplies, Galway were well represented at the Octabuild Builders Merchant Excellence Awards 2019 ceremony in The Aviva Stadium on Thursday night, November 7th, having been nominated for two prestigious awards. Building Ireland visited the well-appointed Ballybrit premises to get an insight into one of Galway’s longest-established builders merchants from amiable branch […]
The incoming Government must prioritise the provision of affordable, secure housing for long-term renters. That’s according to the Housing Alliance, a collaboration of six of Ireland’s largest Approved Housing Bodies (AHBs). The organisation said thousands of people across Ireland who do not qualify for social housing need good-quality, affordable housing where they can put down roots knowing […]
Launched in 2014, the Irish Construction Industry Awards recognises, encourages and celebrates original and innovative contractors, businesses, teams, consultants and projects that demonstrate excellence in the built environment. Recognised as the premier awards programme when it comes to excellence in Ireland’s construction industry, the past winners list is a who’s who of Ireland’s construction industry. […]
NI-based OKTO Technologies is the only company in Ireland to achieve strategic partnership status with Samsung for ‘The Wall’ – its latest innovation in luxury home entertainment. As partner, OKTO becomes Samsung’s first official supplier and integrator of The Wall, the world’s largest, bespoke screen, which measures up to 292 inches. Aimed at the high-end consumer […]
