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Irish Cottages are of a completely different time and period; and as such I feel that any extension we make to them should be indicative of today’s time; that is of the 21st century. In doing this – rather than slavishly copying the old – makes the building more honest, more legible and ‘easier to read’.

Anyone interested in renovation should check out this great blog on the gorgeousness of lime mortar – limewindow!

Beautiful & inspiring renovation of 16th century Irish Cottage – click on picture to view the article at houseandhome.ie

Reams could be written about the architecture of Wexford from the stunning period houses to the lighthouse and Norman walls of Wexford town but it is the ordinary common place vernacular Cottages that I have most interest in and Wexford provides a weal …

I had to point out this little gem – no doubt that this will be a huge renovation project for whoever takes it over but it could be simply amazing. It is a prime example though of how pointless having a structure protected is in Ireland – all it seems …

The Essential Guide to Buying Property in a Changing Market If you are considering buying a cottage in Ireland I would highly recommend you check out the Irish Property Buyers Handbook 2011 by my good friend Carol Tallon. I have worked with Carol for o …