Our Studio
Established by architects David Craig and Niall Henry, who have been collaborating on projects since 1999, Dublin Design Studio focuses on design excellence, whether it be the realisation of contemporary architecture or the intricacies of product design.
The services provided by our experienced team of architects and designers cover the entire construction process, from initial design phase through the planning process to tender negotiations, contract administration, and certification.
Each project is approached as a collaborative effort between designer and client, with an intimate understanding of their brief and context.
A quick 3d model overlaid with sketches helps us develop interior spaces as part of our design development process.
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From concept to final building, see how our designs evolve
The site is set back from the main road behind the village church car park, in a very sensitive location due to its proximity to the church and prominent elevated coastal location. The design concept and organisational strategy are to stack the floors at right angles to each other. The ground floor with the living accommodation faces the sea to take full advantage of the views, with the first-floor housing the sleeping quarters at right angles to this. By orienting the first floor at right angles to the ground floor, we are reducing the visual impact on the adjoining houses and minimising any potential loss of views.
The rotating of the floor levels also helps to break down the scale and massing of the house, which is further helped by the stepped/fragmented profile of the front elevation. The sitting room area extends out past the line of the kitchen area, and the first-floor cantilevers out over the balcony below. Fragmenting of the principal elevation to Sea Road helps reduce any perceived visual impact on the church or surrounding dwellings.
The simple stacked volumes are located to create and define a sheltered rear courtyard to take advantage of the sea views and maximise daylight and solar gain. The paired back palette of natural materials, including brick, render, timber and glazing, strengthens the form of the house and helps anchor it into its environs. Its robust exterior is wrapped with a restricted palette, devoid of fussy detail, and formed to withstand its exposed position.
Old meets new at the restoration of Sandymount House.
The work to Sandymount House comprises the extension and refurbishment of this prominent dwelling on the coast of Blackrock, County Louth. Located 20m from the beach with views of the Cooley and Mourne Mountains, the house was restored with original features enhanced by contemporary elements. Broad horizontal floor plates and extensive glazing dominate the modern extension, embracing the landscaping and complementing the original building.
The interior design was developed in conjunction with Roisin Lafferty and her team and features sumptuous and meticulously detailed materials and finishes.
Barbara Corsico took these beautiful photos of the project.
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It's not always sunny in Ireland, testing all weathers at this award winning mews development.
Three contemporary two-storey homes were developed on a narrow, hidden plot in Clontarf, Dublin. The design maximised space while maintaining privacy and preventing the overshadowing of surrounding homes. The houses feature open-plan layouts, with gardens integrated into the ground floor design to make the most of the available area. The south and west facades have large glazed windows for natural light, while the north and east sides remain solid to ensure privacy. Timber louvre screens and brick-clad elements further enhance privacy, creating a striking contrast between open and closed facades.
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View from the garden of a striking extension in Drumcondra.
Despite complex geometries, the extension and refurbishment of this Drumcondra semi-detached home added a unique and generous living space at the rear. Close collaboration with the clients and main contractor, who enjoyed realizing the shared vision, made the process enjoyable and resulted in something truly special.
https://bit.ly/3MF6qCC
Sometimes the quickest way to test an idea is a quick sketch. Having the skills we pick the right design “tools” for the job is an essential part of our design development process.
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House extensions in Dublin - That extra bit of space can come at a price. We are here to help Check out our blog article at: http://www.dublindesignstudio.com/house-extensions-in-dublin
Stair screening detail at a contemporary dwelling, Howth.
Recently completed, this striking dwelling maximizes the fantastic site and views over Howth. The design follows the site's topology, using the slope to integrate the accommodation by partially cutting into the hill. Bedrooms are located on the lower level for the best views, with main living areas above. The upper level aligns with the rear garden's elevation due to the slope. The house aims for high energy efficiency and low consumption, using materials chosen for sustainability, longevity, and recyclability. High insulation levels and an efficient heating system will enable minimal fuel usage for internal climate control.
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Sometimes the quickest way to test an idea is a quick sketch. Having the skills we pick the right design “tools” for the job is an essential part of our design process.
http://bit.ly/38WQQwm
The incredible living space ready for handover at a striking extension in Drumcondra.
Despite complex geometries, the extension and refurbishment of this Drumcondra semi-detached home added a unique and generous living space at the rear. Close collaboration with the clients and main contractor, who enjoyed realizing the shared vision, made the process enjoyable and resulted in something truly special.
https://bit.ly/3MF6qCC
Dormers add drama at this substantial home refurbishment.
This project involved the complete remodelling and extension of an existing two-story dwelling to create new, integrated facades and a flexible floor plan for a modern family. The design combines modern details and materials with traditional shapes, featuring a contemporary dormer roof. Extra floor space was added to the rear, with first-floor extensions and a new roof enhancing the house's street view.
https://bit.ly/4ggOFac
Interior details of this substantial home refurbishment.
This project involved the complete remodelling and extension of an existing two-story dwelling to create new, integrated facades and a flexible floor plan for a modern family. The design combines modern details and materials with traditional shapes, featuring a contemporary dormer roof. Extra floor space was added to the rear, with first-floor extensions and a new roof enhancing the house's street view.
https://bit.ly/4ggOFac
The incredible living space ready for handover at a striking extension in Drumcondra.
Despite complex geometries, the extension and refurbishment of this Drumcondra semi-detached home added a unique and generous living space at the rear. Close collaboration with the clients and main contractor, who enjoyed realizing the shared vision, made the process enjoyable and resulted in something truly special.
https://bit.ly/3MF6qCC
Dormers add drama at this substantial home refurbishment.
This project involved the complete remodelling and extension of an existing two-story dwelling to create new, integrated facades and a flexible floor plan for a modern family. The design combines modern details and materials with traditional shapes, featuring a contemporary dormer roof. Extra floor space was added to the rear, with first-floor extensions and a new roof enhancing the house's street view.
https://bit.ly/4ggOFac
Creating joy with unexpectedly spacious interiors within the terraces of Georgian Dublin .
Interior details of this substantial home refurbishment.
This project involved the complete remodelling and extension of an existing two-story dwelling to create new, integrated facades and a flexible floor plan for a modern family. The design combines modern details and materials with traditional shapes, featuring a contemporary dormer roof. Extra floor space was added to the rear, with first-floor extensions and a new roof enhancing the house's street view.
https://bit.ly/4ggOFac
We are not just about modern architecture, we have a sensitive side too .
Dormers add drama at this substantial home refurbishment.
This project involved the complete remodelling and extension of an existing two-story dwelling to create new, integrated facades and a flexible floor plan for a modern family. The design combines modern details and materials with traditional shapes, featuring a contemporary dormer roof. Extra floor space was added to the rear, with first-floor extensions and a new roof enhancing the house's street view.
https://bit.ly/4ggOFac
Dormers add drama at this substantial home refurbishment.
This project involved the complete remodelling and extension of an existing two-story dwelling to create new, integrated facades and a flexible floor plan for a modern family. The design combines modern details and materials with traditional shapes, featuring a contemporary dormer roof. Extra floor space was added to the rear, with first-floor extensions and a new roof enhancing the house's street view.
https://bit.ly/4ggOFac
We don't just see a domer, we see the opportunity to create striking modern architecture .
The main entrance to this substantial home refurbishment.
This project involved the complete remodelling and extension of an existing two-story dwelling to create new, integrated facades and a flexible floor plan for a modern family. The design combines modern details and materials with traditional shapes, featuring a contemporary dormer roof. Extra floor space was added to the rear, with first-floor extensions and a new roof enhancing the house's street view. The ground floor footprint was retained, extending the first floor west and rearward. A cantilevered entrance canopy with planters and rainscreen modernises the exterior. The rear elevation includes a contemporary brick and render and two flat-roofed volumes with large glazed openings. The first floor extends westward, maintaining the linear rhythm of the front and back elevations.
https://bit.ly/4ggOFac
The incredible living space ready for handover at a striking extension in Drumcondra.
Despite complex geometries, the extension and refurbishment of this semi-detached home in Drumcondra resulted in the unique and unexpected addition of a generous living space to the rear of the property. The close collaboration with the clients, and main contractor, who took pleasure in realising the shared vision made the process enjoyable and resulted in something quite special.
The incredible living space ready for handover at a striking extension in Drumcondra.
Despite complex geometries, the extension and refurbishment of this semi-detached home in Drumcondra resulted in the unique and unexpected addition of a generous living space to the rear of the property. The close collaboration with the clients, and main contractor, who took pleasure in realising the shared vision made the process enjoyable and resulted in something quite special.
The incredible living space ready for handover at a striking extension in Drumcondra.
Despite complex geometries, the extension and refurbishment of this semi-detached home in Drumcondra resulted in the unique and unexpected addition of a generous living space to the rear of the property. The close collaboration with the clients, and main contractor, who took pleasure in realising the shared vision made the process enjoyable and resulted in something quite special.
We are not just about modern architecture, we have a sensitive side too .
The incredible living space ready for handover at a striking extension in Drumcondra.
Despite complex geometries, the extension and refurbishment of this semi-detached home in Drumcondra resulted in the unique and unexpected addition of a generous living space to the rear of the property. The close collaboration with the clients, and main contractor, who took pleasure in realising the shared vision made the process enjoyable and resulted in something quite special.
The incredible living space ready for handover at a striking extension in Drumcondra.
Despite complex geometries, the extension and refurbishment of this semi-detached home in Drumcondra resulted in the unique and unexpected addition of a generous living space to the rear of the property. The close collaboration with the clients, and main contractor, who took pleasure in realising the shared vision made the process enjoyable and resulted in something quite special.
Creating joy with unexpectedly spacious interiors within the terraces of Georgian Dublin .
The incredible living space ready for handover at a striking extension in Drumcondra.
Despite complex geometries, the extension and refurbishment of this semi-detached home in Drumcondra resulted in the unique and unexpected addition of a generous living space to the rear of the property. The close collaboration with the clients, and main contractor, who took pleasure in realising the shared vision made the process enjoyable and resulted in something quite special.
We don't just see a domer, we see the opportunity to create striking modern architecture .
The incredible living space ready for handover at a striking extension in Drumcondra.
Despite complex geometries, the extension and refurbishment of this semi-detached home in Drumcondra resulted in the unique and unexpected addition of a generous living space to the rear of the property. The close collaboration with the clients, and main contractor, who took pleasure in realising the shared vision made the process enjoyable and resulted in something quite special.
The incredible living space ready for handover at a striking extension in Drumcondra.
The incredible living space ready for handover at a striking extension in Drumcondra.
The incredible living space ready for handover at a striking extension in Drumcondra.
The incredible living space ready for handover at a striking extension in Drumcondra.
The incredible living space ready for handover at a striking extension in Drumcondra.
The incredible living space ready for handover at a striking extension in Drumcondra.
The incredible living space ready for handover at a striking extension in Drumcondra.
The incredible living space ready for handover at a striking extension in Drumcondra.
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