“Red Wonder....
The best-loved spaces are rarely just austere, minimalist and perfectionist creations. They are busy, improvised and personal. This is clearly accommodated in David Flynn Architects' design”
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The finished house has a symmetrical elevation with large bay windows to the reception rooms
Angled view of the entrance elevation with recessed porch
The rear elevation has large shaded areas of glazing overlooking a long mature garden
The rear elevation includes a large bay window outside the dining area
The living room is dramatically toplit
Kitchen with access beyond to a playroom, utility room and home office
“The team delivered in designing the home of our dreams.”
Client comments
“Behind the unassuming facade of this semi-detached bungalow in Terenure lies a light-filled oasis ideal for modern family life.”
“Sensitive, simple, understated design.”
Jury Commentary
“Real architectural intelligence at work”
AAI Awards commentary
“It's an emblem of the new century, but with a delicacy that respects the old house.”
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New glazed screen opens onto raised patio over large garden
Modern Glazed Screen
New front porch with built-in bench and sunny patio
Double doors to front patio and garden in Blackrock
The front sitting room has been refurbished and modernised.
Feature Fireplace
Sunlit living spaces
The living spaces are located around a central chimney breast with two-way fireplace while the ceiling slopes to follow the roof profile.
Built-in Kitchen overlooking raised patio and garden
The new kitchen sits beneath new rooflights meaning the kitchen is bright throughout the day, all year round
Although the kitchen living dining spaces have strong visual and physical links, the spaces are seperated and have their own specific zone and function.
“Full of light and warm details. A series of roof lights, interspersed with sculpted plaster curves, also allows light and shadows to move through the space during the day, creating beautiful effects.'
“Thoughtful and clever use of natural light.”
Awards jury commentary
“...work brimming with intelligence, ingenuity, judgement and taste.”
AAI Awards
“Stylish functionality”
“David was a pleasure to work with...we were absolutely delighted with how things turned out”
Client comments
“Inside the extension, the white brick creates a bright space of timeless modernist character.”
“David brought us a very unique design which we absolutely love.”
Client comments
“The new layout flows in a beautifully simple way that appears effortless but takes a lot of work to get right.”
“With great attention to detail, both original and new features have been blended seamlessly. Beautifully refurbished, and would make a lovely family home”
“The final result is stunning, as well as being a comfortable, bright and warm living space.”
Client comments
“Worthy for commendation for remaining true to the original house in its detailing.”
Jury Commentary
David Flynn Architects Limited is a Registered Company in Ireland (No. 567835.) Registered Office: 1 Saint James' Terrace, Clonskeagh Road, Dublin D06 XK60. VAT Registration Number IE3414632CH. The practice is covered by Professional Indemnity Insurance. Registered Architectural Practice with the Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland (No. 13019.) International Chartered Member of the Royal Institute of British Architects (No. 20004636.) The practice holds accreditations in Conservation (Grade III,) Health & Safety Project Supervisor (Design Stage) and Environmental CPD.