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Category Archives: Homes and Interiors

Something old, something new

Local architect, Brian Mulvey, from Mad About Design, is given the irresistible task of breathing new life into a traditional building. While I adore the front of these old houses I’m always a little depressed once I go inside. I love the large windows and high ceilings but that’s it! Everything else, to my eyes,…

Do you know how to pay the Household Charge?

The deadline for paying the Household Charge is this Saturday, 31st March 2012. Do you know how to pay? If you are liable to pay the Household Charge then you only have a few days left to pay before incurring financial penalties. Below are the ways in which you can make a payment. You can…

A house plan with a twist

Architect, Brian Mulvey gives an overview of one his most original house plans. OK. I know you are probably saying ‘a curved feature wall — original’. What can I say? We like curved walls. We’re in touch with our feminine side at Mad About Design. In this plan, we had to make all the rooms…

Keeping the planners happy

Architect, Brian Mulvey from Mad About Design describes how he kept his client and the planners happy with this interesting plan for a house in Rathmines. In this house plan we were restricted to a dormer-style house by the local planning authority. However,  our client wanted a two-storey design. This is an architect’s periennal problem…

Do I have to pay Household charge?

The new Household Charge has confused many people. Cecilia Smith, Development Manager at County Cavan Citizens Information Service explains who has to pay. Question: I am a bit confused by the new Household Charge. Who has to pay it? Answer: In general, if you own a residential property in Ireland, you must pay the Household…