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Timber frame and carpentry specialists

5 Sep , 2024  

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 – […]

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Delivering power and professionalism for almost 50 years

4 Sep , 2024  

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 […]

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MMC Ireland Calls for Overhaul of Public Procurement to Drive Digitalisation and Decarbonisation in Construction

3 Sep , 2024  

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 […]

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Uisce Éireann launches new text alerts service available to 1.6m households

3 Sep , 2024  

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 […]

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Land Development Agency and Dún Laoghaire Rathdown County Council to lodge plans for 934 new homes at Dundrum Central

3 Sep , 2024  

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 […]

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Smart concepts from VHA

3 Sep , 2024  

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 […]

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Kytun come up with solutions for Award winning Shankill Women’s Centre

2 Sep , 2024  

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 […]

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Business booming as Lynch Windows closes in on 25 years established

2 Sep , 2024  

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 […]

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The Shannon Airport Group seeks to expand commercial property footprint

2 Sep , 2024  

The Shannon Airport Group is seeking to add two new state-of-the-art industrial buildings to its commercial property portfolio at its Shannon Campus.  The Group has this week lodged a planning application to Clare County Council for the construction of a c. 63,000 sq. ft. Industrial Unit and a c. 40,000 sq. ft. Research and Development […]

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Heating Engineer Supplies has the solution for you

30 Aug , 2024  

Heating Engineer Supplies (HES) has been the go-to destination for heating and tool solutions in Ireland since 2010. Based in Patrickswell, Co. Limerick, the company’s commitment to excellence was recognised at the 2023 Heating & Plumbing Awards where it was honoured with the Highly Commended Supplier of the Year Award. Hosted by Ireland’s Plumbing & […]