Selfbuild

How many garden home notifications have been made since July 27 Which local authorities have received the most notifications How the latest figures compare with those reported at the end of August Why there is no current national total from the Department of Housing What the Class 3A garden home exemption allows The concerns raised over renting out bac...

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List with links of what grants are available in Ireland today Energy upgrade grants Vacant property grant What fiscal incentives exist What utilities have to offer Grants for traditional and heritage buildings Microgeneration incentives Adaptation grants Oil buying clubs Low income schemes Ireland

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Where people go wrong when designing their new home How to approach the design stage How to tackle natural light How to make the house work for you Most important questions to ask yourself before you start

Building your own home is one of the most exciting projects you’ll ever take on. But in the rush to finalise plans, sec...

The most successful kitchens usually combine several lighting styles, with each one serving a different purpose. Here are some of the main types of kitchen lighting and how they can improve the look and feel of your space.

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Recessed ceiling spotlights Pendant lights Under-cabinet lighting Plinth lighting ...

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How much a better BER could add to your home’s value What the research says about retrofit costs and returns Why location and property type make a difference What the findings mean for home improvers and those building new How the new BER scale works What grants and green mortgage options are available

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