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246-Bed Student Accommodation Approved Adjacent to Connolly Station August, 2025

Dublin City Council has granted planning permission for a new purpose-built student accommodation complex at 96–99 Amiens Street, Dublin 1. The approved scheme will deliver 246 bedspaces in a modern, high-density building ranging from six to nine storeys over a lower ground floor.

Architectural computer generated imagery of the approved development in Dublin 1
Plans to be Lodged for 285 Affordable Homes in Limerick August, 2025

The Land Development Agency (LDA) is set to submit a planning application for a new 285-unit residential scheme at The Gasworks on Dock Road, Limerick. The project will be developed on land acquired from Gas Networks Ireland (GNI) and aims to deliver much-needed cost rental and social housing in the city.

Computer generated imager of the proposed development in Limerick
Institute of Education Extension Approved at Leeson Street Lower August, 2025

An Coimisiún Pleanála has approved plans, following an appeal, for the redevelopment and extension of existing buildings at 19–20 Leeson Street Lower, Dublin 2. The approved scheme, designed for the Institute of Education, will provide additional classrooms and ancillary facilities through a combination of refurbishment and new-build elements.

Proposed state verified view montage of the Institute of Education Extension in Dublin produced for visual impact assessment
An Coimisiún Pleanála Approves 67-unit Housing Scheme in Sandyford August, 2025

A planning application has been lodged to Dun-Laoghaire Rathdown County Council for a new residential development off Sandyford Road in Sandyford, Co. Dublin. The proposed scheme will feature 73 residential units, comprising a mix of houses and apartments.

Proposed state Verified View montage of the planned development in Sandyford, created for a visual impact assessment (cropped)
Plans Granted for Office Expansion at Mespil Court, Dublin 4 July, 2025

An Coimisiún Pleanála has approved plans with revised conditions to extend the existing office building at Mespil Court, Dublin 4, along Mespil Road and the Grand Canal.

Proposed state verified view montage of the Office Expansion at Mespil Court in Dublin produced for visual impact assessment
Major Residential and Hotel Scheme Approved at Former Veha Factory Site July, 2025

Wicklow County Council has granted planning permission with conditions for a large-scale mixed-use development in Wicklow town. The approved scheme includes the redevelopment of the former ‘Veha’ factory site, a substantial brownfield plot along The Murrough Road, into a new residential neighbourhood featuring a 116-bedroom hotel, commercial amenities, and a crèche.

Computer generated imagery of the approved residential development in Wicklow
A Wrap-Up of 3DDB’s 2025 Awards Season April, 2025

Over the years, we’ve seen many of the projects we’ve worked being nominated and winning prestigious prizes. This alone has always been a source of pride. However, being shortlisted and sponsoring a category ourselves represents a new and meaningful chapter. The following is a wrap-up of 3DDB’s 2025 awards season.

2025 Awards Season for 3D Design Bureau
Home Performance Index: How Daylight & Sunlight can help you get certified March, 2025

In a landscape where sustainability affects our built environment, governments are setting ambitious climate action targets, and consumers are becoming increasingly conscious of environmental impact when making decisions, the Home Performance Index (HPI)certification helps design teams deliver high-quality homes that are sustainable and efficient, minimising waste and reducing environmental damage.

computer generated imagery of the apartment which got certified in housing performance index
Testing new artificial intelligence tools in architectural visualisation February, 2025

Artificial intelligence is transforming the AEC industry, with applications spanning from digital modelling to post-production in 3D imagery. Our team has been exploring these tools for over a year, applying them across various stages of our workflow. In this article, we share our experiences, insights, and takeaways.

Computer generated imagery with added humans using artificial intelligence tools in Adobe Photoshop
Key Trends Shaping the AEC Industry in 2025 January, 2025

This article highlights three key trends the 3DDB team predicts will lead the way in 2025. While design remains at the heart of the AEC sector, this year’s advancements are heavily influenced by data-driven insights and a steadfast commitment to sustainability.

CGI of Cooper Square, Cairn’s Passive Development in Clonburris
LVIA and TVIA: their role in shaping planning decisions November, 2024

Visual impact assessments can play an important role in the planning application process. Whether you have been instructed to provide an LVIA (Landscape Visual Impact Assessment) or TVIA (Townscape Visual Impact Assessment) by a planning consultant or a local council, submitting a complete and well-crafted report can have an impact on the outcome of your submission.

Verified view montage presenting the proposed state of a development in Arklow for visual impact assessment.
How is sustainability changing the delivery of property developments? September, 2024

Undeniably, sustainability is an important part of planning, building, and delivering properties. As Europe makes significant commitments towards achieving Net Zero Emissions, the AEC industry finds itself with increased responsibility.

Aerial presentation photomontage of residential property development
Architectural Visualisation: Answering the Web’s Most Asked Questions | 3D Design Podcast Ep.1

Welcome to Ep. 1 of the 3D Design Podcast. We have scoured the internet’s biggest forums, search engine queries, and keywords to find the web’s most asked questions about architectural […]

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