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Emmet Road: Construction officially starts on 578-unit mixed-use scheme in Dublin 8 May, 2026

The estimated €125m scheme in Inchicore will be part of Dublin City Council’s first-in-type initiative that aims to provide more affordable accommodation in urban areas where demand is high.

Architectural CGI of Proposed SHD on Emmet Road, Inchicore.
Goatstown Road Student Accommodation Chosen as Best Project of Q1! May, 2026

We are happy to share that Goatstown Road Student Accommodation has been chosen by the public as the winner of our first Best of the Quarter initiative, securing 59% of the vote.

Goatstown Road Student Accommodation — architectural CGI by 3D Design Bureau
Permission granted for 131-room aparthotel in Donnybrook May, 2026

Dublin City Council has granted planning permission for an aparthotel development at the former Circle K petrol station at the junction of Donnybrook Road and Brookvale Road, in Donnybrook, Dublin. The approved scheme will feature 131 rooms in a seven-storey building.

Computer generated imagery of Permission granted for 131-room aparthotel in Donnybrook
Mabestown Wood homes go on sale as works progress near Malahide May, 2026

Mabestown Wood, a new housing development near Malahide Castle, is now on the market with works progressing on site. The scheme comprises two to three-storey houses in terraced and semi-detached arrangements, with a range of open spaces and a dedicated play area.

Computer generated imagery of Mabestown Wood homes go on sale as works progress near Malahide
BusConnects routes approved for key Dublin city corridors April, 2026

BusConnects has secured approval for a number of planning applications to improve multiple corridors within Dublin city. The applications form part of the programme to enhance 16 key bus routes.

Computer generated imagery of BusConnects routes approved for key Dublin city corridors
New 10,514 sq m industrial development proposed for Boyne Village Business Park, Navan April, 2026

Plans have been lodged for a new industrial laundry processing and distribution facility at Boyne Village Business Park in Navan, Co. Meath. The proposed development centres on a new warehouse and processing building with supporting office and staff facilities.

Computer generated imagery of New 10,514 sq m industrial development proposed for Boyne Village Business Park, Navan
Irish Construction Industry: What to expect in 2026 and 2027? December, 2025

As 2025 draws to a close, the CIS Construction Industry Forecast 2025–2027 provides a look at what the next phase of growth could mean for the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland.

Cover for Irish construction industry forecast 2025-2027
From Model to Construction: The Work Behind Architectural Visualisation November, 2025

Long before construction begins on-site, a great amount of work goes into preparing a project. Among the key elements of this preparation are architectural visualisations, which play an essential role during the planning stages and later help property developers and estate agents market units off-plan as construction progresses.

Presentation photomontage of the development on Malahide road, Dublin
Why Architectural Visualisation Matters in Apartment Planning Applications October, 2025

With housing demand rising and urban density increasing, apartment developments have become central to urban planning strategies. In Ireland, this topic has been at the heart of ongoing debates, particularly following the announcement of new apartment design standards by the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, alongside the Minister of State for Planning.

Architectural computer generated imagery of the Clonburris T6 development in Dublin
Zone of Theoretical Visibility: Reducing Risk and Cost in Property Development September, 2025

Before a project even breaks ground, developers face a series of important steps that shape its viability. Beyond the challenges of the planning process, much of this work begins during the feasibility stage, where early decisions can save developers both time and money. One of the most effective tools at this stage is the Zone of Theoretical Visibility (ZTV).

Zone of Theoretical Visibility study heatmap
How Infrastructure Impacts Housing Delivery in Ireland August, 2025

Ireland’s housing delivery continues to fall short of government targets, with demand surpassing supply. To meet this need, an estimated 50,000 new homes are required annually until 2040.

Aerial photomontage showing infrastructure
An Coimisiún Pleanála, Social Housing, and Other Recent Changes to Ireland’s Planning System July, 2025

The Irish planning system has been in need of significant reform for some time. Since the announcement and recent enactment of the new Planning and Development Act 2024, the demand and urgency for new housing have only grown.

Architectural CGIs communicate the design intent in detail, helping design teams and local authorities visualise the scheme way before construction begins.
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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