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60-unit social housing development granted permission on Collins Avenue Extension June, 2026

Dublin City Council has granted planning permission for a new social housing development for older persons on Collins Avenue Extension, Dublin. The scheme, by Red Rock Developments in association with Fold Housing, will provide 60 one-bedroom apartments within a five- to six-storey building.

Aerial Verified View Montage of Whitehall Collins Avenue Extension social housing development in Dublin
Plans granted for hotel conversion in landmark Dame Street location June, 2026

Dublin City Council has granted planning permission for the conversion of an existing five-storey over-basement building on Dame Street and Eustace Street to hotel use. The approved scheme will provide a 43-room hotel, together with ground-floor retail and café space, through the change of use and refurbishment of the existing building and the addition of a new setback fifth-floor level.

Verified View Montage of Shamrock Chambers hotel conversion on Dame Street, Dublin
298 apartment mixed use development approved at former factory site in Finglas June, 2026

Dublin City Council has granted planning permission with conditions for a large-scale residential development on the former factory site at Finglas Business Centre, Jamestown Road, in Finglas. The approved scheme provides for 298 apartments, alongside community, commercial and amenity uses, set across five blocks ranging from three to seven storeys.

Presentation photomontage of Jamestown Village residential development in Finglas, Dublin
Appeal Decision Confirms Approval for 583-Apartment Scheme at Former Chadwicks Site June, 2026

Planning permission has been granted for Steeplefield Limited’s Greenvale development at the former Chadwicks Builders Merchant site off Greenhills Road. The scheme is now under appeal, with a decision expected in May. The permission relates to a major mixed-use redevelopment across four new blocks ranging from five to 12 storeys, providing 588 apartments.

Aerial montage of the apartment development on Greenhills road
Plans Granted for 285 Affordable Homes in Limerick May, 2026

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
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.
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
3DDB Spotlight: A Day as a Revit Modeller September, 2024

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.

A day as a revit modeller with Laura Loyo
Barnhill Place: Creating an Integrated Suite of 3D Marketing Solutions September, 2024

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.

Architectural computer generated imagery of the residential development Barnhill Place in Dalkey
How Interior CGI Benefits Property Design and Marketing September, 2024

Over the years, the advancements in computer-generated imagery have transformed it into an important tool for property developers, architects, interior designers, and estate agents allowing them to visualise and improve their projects long before actual construction begins.

Interior computer generated imagery of the development
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

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