The Land Development Agency (LDA) and Dublin City Council (DCC) have welcomed the granting of planning permission for 708 cost rental and social homes at Cherry Orchard in Dublin 10. The plans, approved by An Bord Pleanála, will allow for the construction of 547 cost rental and 161 social housing homes at Cherry Orchard Point, […]
In an increasingly competitive and demanding industry, Clankee Construction has quickly built a stellar reputation for consistently delivering high-quality projects that invariably exceed client expectations. Building Ireland sat down with founder Ray O’Reilly to learn more about this industry-leading Cavan / Monaghan based contractor. Every Clankee Construction project is completed on time, within budget and […]
Based just outside of Dundalk, Co Louth, Fine Living Ltd specialises in providing a full carpentry service for its clients, specialising in timber frame Installations and a full supply & fit carpentry package for high volume developers. Building Ireland heard more from Managing Director Ciaran Byrne on the ins and outs of his company – […]
Coming up on 50 years in business, Durkin Bros Ltd is a leading electrical contracting firm specialising in domestic and commercial work. The Gurteen, Co. Sligo-based company prides itself in delivering a professional, reliable and affordable service to its customers. Since 1975, domestic and commercial clients countrywide have trusted Durkin Bros Ltd to deliver exceptional, safe […]
MMC Ireland, the largest industry representative body for stakeholders in the Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) sector, has submitted its recommendations for the 2025 Budget, calling for transformative changes in Ireland’s construction industry to address urgent challenges in housing, healthcare, and education infrastructure. The submission emphasises the critical role of MMC in enhancing productivity and […]
Uisce Éireann has announced the launch of its brand-new free-to-use Text Alerts service which will provide water supply updates and information to customers across 1.6 million households. Research carried out by IPSOS B&A on behalf of Uisce Éireann shows that almost three quarters of its customers want to hear about water services with over half […]
The Land Development Agency (LDA)and Dún Laoghaire Rathdown County Council (DLRCC) are partnering to lodge plans for 934 new homes at Dundrum Central with a Part 10 Planning Application. An Bord Pleanála granted permission for 852 new affordable homes on the site in a decision published in May 2023, however the development cannot currently proceed […]
There was major recognition for Vincent Hannon Architects (VHA) recently when the practice, which has offices in Sligo, Galway and Dublin, was shortlisted for four coveted awards for its key role in transforming a disused convent school and laundry into social housing in Clifden, Co. Galway. VHA was delighted to be a finalist at the Irish Building Design […]
The Shankill Women’s Centre in Belfast is a €6.5 million purpose-built shared space constructed by P&K McKaigue Building Contractors alongside Sperrin Facades. This project includes distinctive aluminium design elements, uniquely designed and specified by award-winning Todd Architects. The Kytun team was tasked with designing a variety of bespoke aluminium products and the specific requirements were not your typical off-the-shelf solution and […]
Based in Buncrana, Co Donegal, Lynch Windows Ltd specialises in the manufacture, supply & fit of windows, doors, shopfronts and glazed curtain wall system. Building Ireland touched base with its General Manager Gavin Cullen recently to discuss the ins and outs of the company, its current projects and overall hopes going forward. Business is good […]
