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Dún Laoghaire heritage buildings set to be repurposed as lifelong learning centre February, 2026

Dún Laoghaire Rathdown County Council is progressing plans to bring No. 9 George’s Place and the former Wash House on Kelly’s Avenue back into use through a sustainable programme of renovation and adaptive reuse.

The two vacant protected structures, located at the corner of George’s Place and Kelly’s Avenue in Dún Laoghaire, will be transformed into a Centre for Creative Lifelong Learning, alongside public realm improvements to the courtyard and surrounding streetscape.

Presentation photomontage of the proposed heritage buildings in Dun Laoghaire
An Coimisiún Pleanála approves 6,456 sq m industrial scheme in Clonshaugh February, 2026

Note: 3D Design Bureau is NOT an agent for the sale or letting of any properties within this development. Following an appeal, An Coimisiún Pleanála has approved planning permission with […]

Architectural computer generated imagery of the approved industrial scheme in Clonshaugh
Approved Student Accommodation on Goatstown Road to Deliver 212 Bed Spaces February, 2026

Following an appeal, An Coimisiún Pleanála has upheld Dun-Laoghaire Rathdown County Council’s decision to grant planning permission for a large-scale residential development at the former Vector Motors car sales site on Goatstown Road, Dublin 14.

Proposed state aerial photomontage of approved student accommodation on goatstown road, Dublin
Planning permission granted for 180-bed Cork city centre hotel January, 2026

Cork City Council has granted planning permission with conditions for a new hotel development at Lower Oliver Plunkett Street and Connell Street, in Cork City.

The approved hotel will range from five to ten storeys above ground level, delivering 180 bed spaces in total. The scheme also includes a gym, reception area, kitchen, and breakfast and dining space, alongside the supporting building services required for hotel operations.

Presentation photomontage of the approved hotel development in Cork
Major 170-Unit Residential Scheme Approved at Long-Vacant Vita Cortex Site January, 2026

Planning permission has been granted by An Coimisiún Pleanála, following a third-party appeal, for a large-scale residential development (LRD) on the site of the former Vita Cortex Plant, located between Kinsale Road and Pearse Road in Cork City. The long-inactive brownfield site is now the focus of a major regeneration effort aiming to deliver new homes and community-focused amenities.

Computer-generated imagery of the proposed development in Kinsale Road, Cork
Over 350 Homes Approved in Ratoath, Co. Meath January, 2026

An Coimisiún Pleanála has upheld planning permission for a new Large-Scale Residential Development (LRD) on lands at the southern edge of Ratoath, Co. Meath, following a 3rd party appeal.

The approved development is located within the townlands of Commons and Jamestown and extends across a site of approximately 12.58 hectares. The scheme will deliver 364 residential units, alongside a commercial building accommodating a crèche, which will benefit future residents.

Proposed verified view montage of the approved development in Ratoath produced for 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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