Advantages of Adding a Sun Room to Your Home Some studies suggest that adding a sunroom or conservatory onto the back of a home is one of the most popular home improvements – after the kitchen, that is. The weather being what it is, it’s not always possible to sit outside and enjoy the plants…
How to Give Your Kitchen Character Most people, families in particular, spend a lot of time in the kitchen, so it makes sense to have that kitchen just the way you want it. One of the problems with a lot of modern kitchen design, particularly in housing estates, whether private or council, is that the…
Architectural trends change over time. What was considered good design yesterday, may be viewed more critically tomorrow. While it may be early in the year, it looks as though 2017 will see considerable changes in how we view architectural design.
Architecture Both Old and New in Belfast In the first century AD, Belfast was a small market town, and although there would have been plenty of structures, none of the buildings from that time have survived. There was a chapel known as the Ford in 1306 where St.George’s church now stands, at the bottom of…
How important is your architect to your new build project? Many people think that the only thing that architects do is design a plan for a building or project. Therefore, if you have a design in mind, you may think that you can skip over the architect and save a bit of money. However, this…
8 tips to help in choosing the right architect Choosing the right architect is one of the most vital parts of any project, but it can also be difficult because there are many different preferences when it comes to design. Therefore, your goal needs to be to remain focused on finding one that will mesh…
The impressive architecture of the Giants Causeways Visitors Centre Giants Causeway Tours take you to the Visitor Centre and those who visit will be offered two treats; the chance to learn about the Giant’s Causeway and the opportunity to see one of the most inspiring architectural projects of the 21st century. Designed by Heneghan &…
History of the Mac Theatre in Belfast The Mac Theatre Belfast immediately jumps out to those who pass it by as a truly unique building, and it certainly has an interesting history behind it. It was designed by Hackett Hall McKnight who won the commission following a competition to build on the site. If the…
A few tips & tricks to the Best Ways to Increase the Value of Your House In an era when high rents and homelessness are on the increase, you’re fortunate if you own your own home. For many years, people have bought a house on the premise that over time, its value will increase and…
The New National Stadium: Windsor Park and its Architecture Belfast’s national stadium at Windsor Park has been redesigned and refurbished at a cost of £25.2 million. The city’s department for Culture, Art, and Leisure is footing the bill for this new design. The stadium is home to Linfield FC and Northern Ireland’s national football team.…