3D Design Bureau

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
316-Bed Student Accommodation Approved in Dublin City Centre July, 2025

Dublin City Council has granted planning permission, with revised conditions, for a new student accommodation development at Independent House in Dublin 1. Located at Nos. 87–93 Middle Abbey Street, the approved scheme will transform the 0.33-hectare city centre site into a purpose-built student accommodation comprising 316 bedspaces, alongside new cultural, retail, and hospitality spaces.

Proposed state aerial photomontage of the approved development Independent house in Dublin, created for a visual impact assessment
Increase Wedding Venue Bookings with Matterport Virtual Tours July. 2024

Our Matterport virtual tour solution boasts unmatched detail and interactivity, driving sales and enhancing customer experiences. We will provide you with a rich, strategically documented virtual experience of your venue, enabling brides-to-be, grooms AND their families from around the globe to plan their dream weddings effortlessly.

Screenshot from matterport virtual tour of wedding venue
An Overview of Strategic Development Zones in Dublin July, 2024

A Strategic Development Zone (SDZ) is defined by Dublin City Council as an area of land “where their development is considered to be of strategic national economic and social importance”. In Dublin, there are six SDZs, each aimed at generating employment and economic activity while promoting long-term development.

Aerial montage of St. Helens III, in Adamstown.
CPD Presentation: Daylight and Sunlight July, 2024

This presentation will help you understand the fundamental principles, latest standards and proper methodology in this crucial area of planning permission for property developments.

different computer generated images for daylight and sunlight report
Cherry Lane Virtual Tour: Creating an immersive experience for maximising pre-sales February, 2024

Throughout the project’s various stages, our team were instrumental in producing 3D CGI material, which was used as a powerful marketing tool to enhance our client’s sales strategies.

computer generated image from off-plans virtual tour for residential development in Cherrywood
Daylight and sunlight assessment: What you need to know January, 2024

A daylight and sunlight assessment is a technical analysis that is prerequisite in many planning applications. Assessments evaluate the potential impact a proposed development might have on surrounding existing properties and the environment.

Model Used for Shadow Study
A decade of progress: Revisiting a luxurious mansion project in Vero Beach, Florida December, 2023

Ten years have passed, and our team decided to experiment with this particular project to see if the changes to workflows, methodologies and skillsets would make a difference to the final architectural renders.

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