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Elevated Living: A new build house in Mount Merrion

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Location
Mount Merrion, County Dublin, Ireland
Year
2023
Structure
House (Single Residence)
Style
Modern
An inviting entrance with covered porch, featuring splayed brick piers that capture the morning and evening light while providing shelter from wind and rain of Dublin.
An inviting entrance with covered porch, featuring splayed brick piers that capture the morning and evening light while providing shelter from wind and rain of Dublin.
Natural Retreat: The architectural features such as large picture windows and curved ceilings frame the beautiful garden beyond.
Natural Retreat: The architectural features such as large picture windows and curved ceilings frame the beautiful garden beyond.
Brick piers & shade: The views out are elegantly encased by splayed brick piers, which create covered areas for shading to prevent overheating. These sturdy brick thresholds also feature built-in door stops, allowing glazed double doors to unfold seamlessly.
Brick piers & shade: The views out are elegantly encased by splayed brick piers, which create covered areas for shading to prevent overheating. These sturdy brick thresholds also feature built-in door stops, allowing glazed double doors to unfold seamlessly.
Roof Architecture: Featuring a triple-gabled design, the garden elevation of the new build house incorporates living space on the first floor, creating a direct connection from the interior to the inviting South-facing patio
Roof Architecture: Featuring a triple-gabled design, the garden elevation of the new build house incorporates living space on the first floor, creating a direct connection from the interior to the inviting South-facing patio
Cooking with a view: South-facing garden charm captured through a picture window in the kitchen.
Cooking with a view: South-facing garden charm captured through a picture window in the kitchen.
A dance of light and texture: Rear elevation bathed in a warm glow, courtesy of discreet uplighters nestled in the paving, accentuating the brick texture
A dance of light and texture: Rear elevation bathed in a warm glow, courtesy of discreet uplighters nestled in the paving, accentuating the brick texture
Warm Welcome: Subtly integrated into the pavement, uplighters illuminate the splayed brick piers and floating brick soffit, bestowing a gracious and warm ambiance upon the distinctive entrance of the custom new build dwelling
Warm Welcome: Subtly integrated into the pavement, uplighters illuminate the splayed brick piers and floating brick soffit, bestowing a gracious and warm ambiance upon the distinctive entrance of the custom new build dwelling
Large rooflights allow inhabitants to observe the ever-changing Dublin sky above
Large rooflights allow inhabitants to observe the ever-changing Dublin sky above
After a meticulous assessment of multiple brick samples, the decision was made by our architects and clients in favor of a tumbled red brick, celebrated for its abundant natural variations. The use of white mortar and sleek white plaster creates a visually stunning contrast against the variable brick texture, exemplifying a meticulous harmony of design and craftsmanship. Bespoke laser-cut bricks were factory assembled for perfect splayed angles
After a meticulous assessment of multiple brick samples, the decision was made by our architects and clients in favor of a tumbled red brick, celebrated for its abundant natural variations. The use of white mortar and sleek white plaster creates a visually stunning contrast against the variable brick texture, exemplifying a meticulous harmony of design and craftsmanship. Bespoke laser-cut bricks were factory assembled for perfect splayed angles
A carefully selected bedded verge establishes a thin and modern connection between the red clay roof tiles and the meticulously arranged tumbled brickwork. Seamlessly integrated PV Panels in the pitched roofs help ensure an impressive A2 BER rating.
A carefully selected bedded verge establishes a thin and modern connection between the red clay roof tiles and the meticulously arranged tumbled brickwork. Seamlessly integrated PV Panels in the pitched roofs help ensure an impressive A2 BER rating.
Ceilings that captivate: Unveiling the charm of interconnected spaces beneath architecturally intriguing ceilings
Ceilings that captivate: Unveiling the charm of interconnected spaces beneath architecturally intriguing ceilings
Indoor and outdoor spaces blend together as large glazing frames the South-facing landscaped garden. Brick soffits and splayed piers provide protection from the changeable Dublin weather
Indoor and outdoor spaces blend together as large glazing frames the South-facing landscaped garden. Brick soffits and splayed piers provide protection from the changeable Dublin weather
The curved nature of the sweeping staircase echos the architecture of the curved ceilings above.
The curved nature of the sweeping staircase echos the architecture of the curved ceilings above.
Open-plan living spaces lie beneath graceful curves of smooth plaster. This sculptural architectural feature contrasts the rugged allure of brick thresholds, surrounded by the calming presence of a picturesque garden.
Open-plan living spaces lie beneath graceful curves of smooth plaster. This sculptural architectural feature contrasts the rugged allure of brick thresholds, surrounded by the calming presence of a picturesque garden.
Sculptural Stairs: As architects for this project, we knew the staircase had to be a focal point of the house, connecting the entrance hall and open plan living spaces above
Sculptural Stairs: As architects for this project, we knew the staircase had to be a focal point of the house, connecting the entrance hall and open plan living spaces above
Sculpted curved ceilings float above built in kitchen units
Sculpted curved ceilings float above built in kitchen units
Nestled among a series of dormer bungalows, the front elevation of this new build house seamlessly integrates into the architecture of neighborhood. Meticulous planning ensured that the ridge line aligns harmoniously with neighboring residences, securing swift Planning Permission approval from Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council
Nestled among a series of dormer bungalows, the front elevation of this new build house seamlessly integrates into the architecture of neighborhood. Meticulous planning ensured that the ridge line aligns harmoniously with neighboring residences, securing swift Planning Permission approval from Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council

From David Flynn Architects Ltd

A new build house replaces a detached bungalow near Mount Merrion. Our job as architects to create an energy-efficient home that makes the most of the spectacular views over Dublin city while fitting in with the surrounding dormer bungalows.

The new split-level detached house presents an elegant and simple two-storey facade to the front, maintaining the existing streetscape. A modern triple gabled brick elevation to the rear opens out onto a generous patio & long garden. Internally, a curved staircase moves from a large entrance hall to a bright landing with a vaulted ceiling. A curved dormer style window draws attention to the expansive views over Dublin city. The family sitting room and Master bedroom are accessed either side of this landing, each with dramatic curved ceilings, following the profile of the clay tile roof above.

To the rear, the three gables are mirrored with vaulted ceilings creating distinct zones of kitchen, living, and dining within a single large open-plan space. Large rooflights are designed to provide natural daylight throughout the day. Large South-facing windows and glazed double doors allow light deep into the rooms and provide views and access to the beautiful garden beyond. A floating brick soffit over deep brick splays provide protection from overheating. The project has been designed to be comfortable and practical. It is highly insulated and incorporates an air-to-water heat pump & photovoltaic panels and has a calculated A2 Building Energy Rating (BER).