An Interview with Architect Eoighin Farren: Sustainable Design
In this interview, Eoighin discusses sustainable design and how it can be incorporated into your building project.
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Ardoyne Youth Enterprise: Reclaiming a Corner of North Belfast
A new youth and community hub at the Ardoyne Roundabout has been featured in Perspective Magazine, demonstrating how thoughtful urban infill creates meaningful community spaces.
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Carnlough House on BBC NI House of the Year
Carnlough House, a contemporary home on the Antrim Coast designed by Farren Architects, will feature on BBC NI House of the Year.
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Farren Architects featured in Belfast Telegraph
Farren Architects featured in the Belfast Telegraph following their recognition at the Belfast Telegraph Property Awards 2024.
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Double Success at Belfast Telegraph Property Awards 2024
Farren Architects has been recognised with two prestigious awards at the 2024 Belfast Telegraph Property Awards, including Architectural Practice of the Year (Residential) and Mixed-Use Development of the Year for their Sean Dolan's GAC Community Facilities project.
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Building & Architect of the Year Awards 2023
Farren Architects' Dernaflaw House has been shortlisted in the Single House Building of the Year category at the Building & Architect of the Year Awards 2023.
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Carn House featured in Living Design Magazine
Carn House featured in Living Design Magazine.
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Carnlough House Finalist in Building & Architect of the Year Award 2018
Carnlough House achieved finalist status in the "Single House Building of the Year" category. The design replaces four derelict structures with a dwelling that echoes traditional clachan arrangements, grouping different-scale buildings around an external courtyard.
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Finalist: Creative Industries Business of the Year
Farren Architects has been selected as a finalist for Creative Industries Business of the Year at the North West Business Awards 2025, recognising their innovative and creative approach to architectural practice.
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Cultra House Kitchen Featured in All Ireland Kitchen Guide Magazine
Discover the kitchen design of Cultra House as showcased in All Ireland Kitchen Guide magazine.
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Designing Homes in Ireland for Clients Worldwide
How Farren Architects designs homes across Ireland for clients living abroad, through "a careful process shaped by place, experience and continuity."
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Designing Luxury Bespoke Homes on the Irish Coast
Farren Architects showcases their portfolio of bespoke coastal residences designed along Ireland's beautiful shorelines, blending indoor comfort with stunning seascapes and demonstrating expertise in capturing natural light and withstanding coastal elements.
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East Belfast House Design Featured in Living Design Magazine
East Belfast house design featured in Living Design Magazine.
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Has the Covid Pandemic changed the kind of space we are willing to live in?
The way people use their homes has changed significantly during the Covid Pandemic. Spending more time at home has made people acutely aware of spatial limitations and has driven demand for improvements such as home offices, loft conversions, additional bathrooms and better access to natural light and outdoor spaces.
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Our Top Tips for Creating the Perfect Work Space at Home
The Coronavirus pandemic has transformed how many of us work or study. For numerous people, remote work appears to be a permanent arrangement – either full-time or part-time. Creating a healthy, comfortable and productive work area is essential, regardless of available space.
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Ireland's Homes Interiors & Living Award
Farren Architects has been selected as a finalist for the Architect of the Year award in Ireland's Homes Interiors & Living Magazine Awards, recognising their commitment to innovative, inspirational and client-focused architectural design.
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Limavady House – Work In Progress
A design featured in Living Design Magazine showcasing a straightforward linear vernacular house integrated with existing farm buildings near Limavady, Co Derry.
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Living Design Article – Glen Road House
Glen Road House featured in Living Design Magazine.
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Managing Expectations Amid Rising Construction Costs
As an architectural firm specialising in bespoke residential design, Farren Architects addresses the widening gulf between what clients expect and what today's construction market actually delivers, offering guidance on navigating volatile pricing.
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Considerations for Multi-Generational Home Design
Discover key considerations for creating multi-generational living spaces. From flexible floor plans to smart technology integration, learn how we design homes that accommodate multiple generations while respecting individual needs.
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Natural Light and Your Home
Natural lighting significantly influences how we inhabit and utilise our spaces. Farren Architects integrates natural light into every project, considering room function, dimensions, materials and colour schemes to optimise illumination.
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Living Beyond Walls: Outdoor Living Spaces in Contemporary Homes
A look at how carefully considered outdoor spaces are becoming essential parts of the home. From covered terraces and garden rooms to outdoor kitchens and sunken lounges, we explore how architecture can extend beyond walls, creating spaces that are lived in and deeply connected to their setting.
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Planning Approved to Home on North Coast of Northern Ireland
Planning has been approved for a bespoke contemporary new build residence at Windy Hill Road, Coleraine by Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council.
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RIAI Award Shortlist: We Need Your Vote!
Farren Architects' Sperrin House project has been shortlisted for the RIAI Award amongst 180 entries and is now eligible for the Public Choice Award, which requires public voting support.
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RIAI Simon Open Door 2025
Farren Architects is participating in the RIAI Simon Open Door initiative from 7th–13th April 2025, providing one-hour consultations to homeowners considering renovations, extensions or building projects.
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RICS Award
In 2019, Carnlough House was a finalist in the prestigious RICS awards.
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RICS Award 2024
Farren Architects' collaborative project with Radius Housing and Sean Dolans GAC has been shortlisted for the RICS award in the community benefit category, recognising the teams' efforts in creating a vibrant community space.
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RICS Award 2024 Winner
Farren Architects' collaborative project with Sean Dolan's GAC and Radius Housing secured the Community Benefit Category at the 2024 RICS Awards in Belfast and will advance to the national competition in London.
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Nigel Murray joins RSUA Architecture Awards 2026 judging panel
Nigel Murray has been selected to contribute to the judging panel for the 2026 RSUA Architecture Awards, which recognise excellence in architecture across Northern Ireland.
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Farren Architects Shortlisted for Belfast Telegraph Property Awards 2024
Farren Architects has been shortlisted for the Belfast Telegraph Property Awards 2024 in the Architect of the Year (Residential) category, recognising the team's commitment to excellence in residential design.
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Sperrin House Finalist in Building & Architect of the Year Award 2024
Farren Architects' Sperrin House has been shortlisted as a finalist for the prestigious Building & Architect of the Year Awards in the Single House Building of the Year category.
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Sperrin House Shortlisted for the Prestigious RIAI Award
Farren Architects has been shortlisted for the Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland (RIAI) Awards 2024 for their work on Sperrin House, a project that "blends tradition and sustainability."
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Sperrin House Showcased in Living Design
Farren Architects' Sperrin House design received coverage in Living Design. The residential project was under construction with an anticipated completion date of Summer 2021.
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The Benefits of 3D
Traditional 2D designs can give a good sense of a design but can often be difficult for people to interpret. 3D renderings and visualisations however, allow our clients to get a better understanding of the design.
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The Importance of the Brief in Residential Design
An architectural design brief is "a list of your desired outcomes and requirements that are to be accommodated in your house design." Farren Architects emphasises that developing a thorough brief is essential for project success.
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Top Tips on How to Make a Green Sustainable Home
Incorporating sustainability into your build, whether new construction or renovation, helps reduce environmental impact and address rising energy expenses. Farren Architects shares guidance on creating an eco-friendly home.
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Upper Newtownards Road House, Belfast – Kitchen Conversion
A refurbishment of a 3 storey red brick Victorian house featuring an expanded kitchen with improved natural lighting and open plan living space.
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Farren Architects Wins Architect of the Year Award at Ireland's Homes Interiors & Living Magazine Awards
Farren Architects has been named Architect of the Year at Ireland's Homes Interiors & Living Magazine Awards, with particular recognition for their Sperrin House project design.
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WIP – Drumourne House
Design of Drumourne House, Co Antrim, featured in Living Design Magazine.
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Working with Us
Farren Architects has developed a "jargon-free client-friendly approach" to their architectural process, based on the RIBA's Plan of Work and designed to keep clients engaged throughout.
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Sperrin House: Featured in Living Design Magazine
Sperrin House appears on the front cover of the Spring 2025 edition of Living Design Magazine, a Royal Society of Ulster Architects publication showcasing contemporary homes in Northern Ireland.
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Sperrin House in Print
The architectural practice is pleased to announce that Sperrin House has been featured in the September 2025 edition of Ireland's Homes Interiors & Living magazine.
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Reduce Your Carbon Footprint with Farren Architects
Climate change and building construction significantly impact carbon emissions. The built environment contributes approximately 40% of the UK's total carbon footprint. Farren Architects employs sustainable design strategies to help reduce environmental impact through energy-efficient building practices.
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Business Eye Sustainability Awards 2023
Farren Architects received a "Highly Commended" award for Sustainable Services Company of the Year at the inaugural Business Eye NI Sustainability Awards 2023.
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Farren Architects featured in Ulster Tatler Interiors, Autumn 2025
Recognised as one of Ireland's leading architects, Farren Architects is featured in the Annual Architects Guide 2025 for their cohesive approach to architecture and interiors.
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Farren Architects Opens New Belfast Office
Farren Architects opens a new office in the heart of Belfast's Cathedral Quarter.
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Irish News Article
An article published in The Irish News featuring guidance from Farren Architects on managing expenditure effectively during residential construction or renovation endeavours.