Coming Full Circle
No longer just environmental buzzwords, sustainability and green living are fast becoming a way of life in the 21st century as we aim to recycle more and lessen our carbon footprint in the hope of reducing our impact on the ecosystem. As consumers, we are all under pressure to do our bit and the good […]
Opposites do Attract… Modern Meets Antique…
n the 20th century, Irish architecture followed the international trend towards modern, sleek and often radical building styles. New building materials and old were utilised in new ways to maximise style, space, light and energy efficiency. These contemporary masterpieces catch our attention, and in many cases bring many standing ovations to the architect’s creativity. Therefore, […]
Building To The Future From The Past
Today, a large selection of historical buildings and structures are still standing in and around Ireland – Georgian urban buildings, ancient burial grounds, mediaeval castles, early monastic buildings, churches and colonial estate houses. These historical buildings and structures inspire awe at the craftsmanship of the artisans who built them. In the 17th, 18th and 19th […]