Residential | Sheehan & Barry Architecture. Conservation. Interiors. Fri, 07 Feb 2025 11:13:59 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://sheehanandbarry.ie/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/cropped-SB_Stacked_Primary_Logo_RGB-32x32.png Residential | Sheehan & Barry 32 32 House in Kildare https://sheehanandbarry.ie/project/house-in-kildare/ Wed, 08 Jan 2025 17:24:23 +0000 https://sheehanandbarry.ie/?post_type=project&p=1869 Originally built as a ‘racing lodge’ with minimal accommodation, this house was designed for entertaining while attending a days racing. Gradually it became a full time residence and rooms were added sporadically and without a coherent plan. Our project sought to refurbish the house, while rationalising the plan so that it worked as a modern […]

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]]> Originally built as a ‘racing lodge’ with minimal accommodation, this house was designed for entertaining while attending a days racing. Gradually it became a full time residence and rooms were added sporadically and without a coherent plan. Our project sought to refurbish the house, while rationalising the plan so that it worked as a modern dwelling with traditional roots. 

A new garden pavilion was also added in a sympathetic style. We designed the fitted joinery and worked with the client on every aspect of the finishes. The house is now a family home while keeping and accentuating its character and retaining its charm. Roof, windows and the delicate timber veranda to the front were all carefully restored. The interior plan was opened up to allow rooms to flow and connect. The house is now ‘off to the races’ once again.

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]]> Dublin Town House https://sheehanandbarry.ie/project/dublin-town-house/ Thu, 18 Apr 2024 15:10:42 +0000 https://sheehanandbarry.ie/?post_type=project&p=1796 This house, a Protected Structure, located on Ely Place just off Stephen’s Green in Dublin 2 forms part of a late 18th century (1770) terrace which was modified externally in the Edwardian era. Three storey over basement with two rooms per floor, it had been in office use for many years however the layout and […]

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]]> This house, a Protected Structure, located on Ely Place just off Stephen’s Green in Dublin 2 forms part of a late 18th century (1770) terrace which was modified externally in the Edwardian era. Three storey over basement with two rooms per floor, it had been in office use for many years however the layout and many original features were still extant including internal joinery and a distinctive staircase.

The brief was to return this to a residence and create a relaxed city centre base for a regular overseas visitor to Dublin, with accommodation for guests and space to house an eclectic Art collection. 

The accommodation was reconfigured to provide a Kitchen, Utility and Guest WC at basement level, Front Parlour and Living room on the ground floor opening onto small terrace, Drawing Room interconnecting with a Study at first floor, Principal Bedroom, Dressing Room and Bathroom above and two Guest Bedrooms with Bathrooms under the roof . 

The fabric of the building both inside and out was painstakingly restored along with the installation of new mechanical and electrical services. The interior design including detailed cabinet work, selection of finishes, paint schemes and fabrics was also carried out by S& B

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]]> Vesey Place https://sheehanandbarry.ie/project/vesey-place/ Fri, 08 Dec 2023 17:47:27 +0000 https://sheehanandbarry.ie/project/vesey-place/ This project involved a complete refurbishment of a protected structure that had previously been divided into separate units. Our goal was to restore the building into a comfortable family home. To achieve this, the first step was to remove any later additions or subdivisions that had been made to the property over the years. We […]

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]]> This project involved a complete refurbishment of a protected structure that had previously been divided into separate units. Our goal was to restore the building into a comfortable family home. To achieve this, the first step was to remove any later additions or subdivisions that had been made to the property over the years. We focused our efforts on the restoration and refurbishment of the original fabric of the building.

Great care and attention were given to reinstating the period features of the house, such as cornices, ceiling roses, and windows. We meticulously restored these elements to their former glory, ensuring that the historical integrity of the property was maintained.

In addition to the restoration work, we added a new sunroom to the side of the house in a contemporary style. The sunroom featured a striking copper roof and slender timber joinery, using a modern “Metolike” system. This new addition provided a bright and inviting space that seamlessly integrated with the existing structure. Overall, the project successfully achieved our objective of transforming the protected structure into a comfortable and functional family home.

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]]> Faugheen https://sheehanandbarry.ie/project/faugheen/ Fri, 08 Dec 2023 17:47:27 +0000 https://sheehanandbarry.ie/project/faugheen/ This rundown farmhouse was refurbished and extended, addressing structural issues and replacing damaged elements. The roof was repaired and the exterior repainted. Inside, water damage necessitated the removal and replacement of walls, floors, and ceilings. A well-designed extension was constructed, blending with the original farmhouse. Upgrades were made to ensure comfort, including insulation, energy-efficient windows, […]

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]]> This rundown farmhouse was refurbished and extended, addressing structural issues and replacing damaged elements. The roof was repaired and the exterior repainted. Inside, water damage necessitated the removal and replacement of walls, floors, and ceilings. A well-designed extension was constructed, blending with the original farmhouse. Upgrades were made to ensure comfort, including insulation, energy-efficient windows, and a new heating system. Our careful selection of finishes and furnishings has transformed this farmhouse into a comfortable and inviting weekend retreat.

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]]> St. Mary’s Ballsbridge https://sheehanandbarry.ie/project/st-marys-ballsbridge/ Fri, 08 Dec 2023 17:47:27 +0000 https://sheehanandbarry.ie/project/st-marys-ballsbridge/ The project involved the renovation and expansion of an 1870 historic house in Dublin 6. The existing extensions to the side and rear of the house were not in line with the original character of the building, so we designed new extension that was sympathetic to the existing terrace. We matched and recreated elements such […]

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]]> The project involved the renovation and expansion of an 1870 historic house in Dublin 6. The existing extensions to the side and rear of the house were not in line with the original character of the building, so we designed new extension that was sympathetic to the existing terrace. We matched and recreated elements such as brackets and stepped string courses, ensuring that the new extension seamlessly blends with the historic character of the original structure.

To ensure that the renovated house is not only visually appealing but also sustainable, various eco-friendly features were incorporated. Rainwater harvesting systems, solar water heating, and a geothermal heat pump were implemented to minimize the environmental impact of the residence.

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