fabrica architects - architecture | sustainability | conservation

We design based on the principle that each project should be adapted to the context in which it is located, often referred to as 'genius loci'.  As part of our design philosophy, we encourage the use of natural materials such as brick, stone and wood for their aesthetic merit and to enhance the completed project. Your construction budget is our number one focus.

Coming up with practical and functional designs are a given. However, the biggest design constraint we aim to work around is your budget rather than delivering a grand design, that may never get out of the ground. We have extensive experience with older buildings requiring refurbishment, alterations and extensions.

All these buildings require careful assessment of original features to establish the best way forward for any alterations and/or extensions. Restoring the beauty and detail in conservation buildings is one of our core skills. If possible and appropriate, we will also propose elements to improve the comfort for the owners, so long as this does not damage the existing fabric.

 We are listed as Grade III in the RIAI Conservation accreditation scheme. Sustainable design is fundamental to all our projects, either conservation or low energy homes. There are many different aspects of sustainability that we try to incorporate into every scheme.