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118A Kincora Grove

A new, two-storey, NZEB (Nearly zero-energy building) rated detached dwelling, in an infill site in Clontarf. A cleverly designed contemporary response to this challenging context maintains the existing building line and provides private, south-facing open space to the front of the property

118A Kincora Grove

Summary

The project consisted of the construction of a new, two-storey, three-bedroom, flat roof, detached dwelling, in an infill site in Clontarf. Abode Design’s cleverly designed contemporary response to this challenging context maintains the existing building line and provides private, south-facing open space to the front of the property.

Site prior to commencement - Image sourced from Google Earth

Completed Project

key issues

  • Site is in a confined infill context, with existing buildings on three sides, requiring a detailed condition survey of all adjoining properties, including crack monitoring for the duration of the works.

  • The project utilised the innovative KORE’s Insulated Foundation System, designed for ground floor applications to insulate the foundation and floor, a silicone-based Webber acrylic external wall system and Futura triple-glazed windows.

  • Installation of complex structural steel frame.

  • Installation of extensive energy efficient Mechanical and Electrical package including underfloor heating at ground floor and a Mitsubishi, high efficiency air filtration and ventilation system, creating an environment of constant clean and healthy air.

  • The house successfully obtained a Building Energy Rating (BER) A2 Certificate.

  • The project achieved NZEB (nearly zero-emission building) rating, meaning that the building has a very high energy performance, while a very low amount of energy required should be covered to a very significant extent by energy from renewable sources.

Architect: Abode Design
Status: Complete: January 2023
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