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Enabling works are now underway at the site of the new Tarbert Next Generation Power Station in County Kerry, following a final investment decision by SSE Thermal. Plans were granted by An Bord Pleanála in October 2024, following a detailed consultation period with local stakeholders. The project also holds a 10-year capacity agreement awarded in 2023.

Wicklow County Council has received a planning application for a new mixed-use development on a 0.84-hectare site located off St. Patrick’s Road, Wicklow Town. The proposed scheme includes the construction of 25 residential units and the refurbishment and change of use of an existing retail building and yard into commercial office space.

Dublin City Council has granted planning permission for the construction of a rooftop helipad at the Mater Misericordiae University Hospital (MMUH), in Dublin. The helipad will sit approximately 36 metres above ground level on the roof of the Rock Wing, inaugurated in 2023. The project is part of the continued improvements and expansion made to the hospital.

Fingal County Council has granted planning permission for a new residential scheme located on lands at Mabestown, Malahide, Co. Dublin. Developed by Beakonshaw and designed by Reddy Architecture and Urbanism, the estimated €12.7m scheme will deliver 48 new homes in a mix of houses and duplex/apartment units.

A planning application has been submitted to Dublin City Council for the construction of a mixed-use hotel and residential scheme at Parkgate Street, Dublin 8, on the site formerly occupied by Westbrook Motors. Works will involve the demolition of all existing structures on site, except for portions of the facade at No. 29 Parkgate Street.

Dublin City Council has granted planning permission for a new mixed-use student accommodation development located on Church Lane and Swords Road, in Santry, Dublin 9. The decision paves the way for the construction of a single-block development featuring 221 purpose-built student bed spaces and an integrated café.

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.

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.

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.

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.

In this first interview of our Spotlight series, we delve into the daily routines and experiences that shape our talented team at 3D Design Bureau.

Barnhill Place, a residential development currently under construction in Dalkey, includes 23 apartment units and 13 houses. Located on Barnhill Road, the project offers a range of two-, three-, and four-bedroom homes, as well as one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments, all featuring access to communal open spaces.

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 […]