Residential architecture

Design that elevates spaces.

Architecture for modern living and contemporary development. Dann Architects is a design-led architectural practice delivering thoughtful, efficient and elegant buildings across Ireland — from one-off homes to multi-unit residential schemes.

Book a consultation Discuss a new site, residential development or one-off home.
Northwood student accommodation designed by Dann Architects
Current scheme
Northwood student accommodation, Santry
Planning permission granted
170 bed student accommodation near DCU
Key facilities
Concierge, study spaces, creche and cafe

Featured projects

A selection of residential work from large-scale apartment schemes to carefully detailed one-off homes.

Northwood Student Accommodation, Santry, Dublin
Student accommodation · Dublin
Northwood student accommodation
170 beds · Planning & delivery architects

Purpose-built student accommodation located adjacent to DCU at Northwood, Santry. The scheme delivers high-quality living environments with shared amenity spaces, landscaped areas and active ground floor uses, supporting student life while contributing positively to the wider urban context.

Log Boat Bank residential development, Drogheda, Co. Louth
Residential development
Log Boat Bank, Drogheda
5 units · Granted planning permission

A high-quality riverside residential scheme in the centre of Drogheda comprising a private three-bedroom dwelling and four apartments, including social housing. The tenure-blind design uses durable materials and carefully framed views to create a strong sense of place along the river.

One-off house projects
One-off houses
One-off house projects
Bespoke homes · Private clients

A collection of bespoke homes across Ireland designed around family life, natural light and energy performance.

Services

Thoughtful, efficient architectural services for developers and private clients, from initial feasibility through to construction and completion.

For developers
Residential development & scheme design

Specialist support for multi-unit and apartment-led schemes, with a focus on buildable layouts, compliance and well-designed homes that work for residents and sales teams.

  • Site layout optimisation & feasibility studies
  • Density & viability studies
  • Concept design & massing options
  • Planning applications & coordination
  • Apartment layouts to current Irish guidelines
  • Detail design & coordination with consultants
For homeowners
One-off houses, extensions & refurbishments

Tailored design for new builds, extensions and renovations, creating bright, functional homes that maximise space, light and energy efficiency.

  • One-off rural and infill homes
  • House extensions & reconfigurations
  • Pre-planning advice & applications
  • Interior layouts & space optimisation
  • Tender information for builders
  • On-site involvement by agreement

How we work

Our approach is simple: listen, design thoughtfully, deliver clearly.

01 · Initial consultation

Goals, brief & site review

We discuss your aims, timelines and budget, and review the site, any surveys and planning history.

02 · Concept design

Layouts, massing & options

Initial design options explore massing, layouts and light so we can agree a clear direction together.

03 · Planning stage

Planning drawings & submission

Drawings, reports and coordination for a robust planning submission in line with local policy and guidance.

04 · Construction design

Technical information & tender

Detailed construction drawings and schedules for pricing, building control and on-site coordination.

05 · On-site support

Inspections, queries & completion

Support during construction, addressing design queries and helping to deliver the project through to completion.

Studio

Dann Architects is a design-led practice with experience across multi-unit housing and bespoke homes.

Dann Architects designs residential projects ranging from city-centre apartment buildings to carefully considered one-off homes. Every project is approached with the same principles of clear thinking, strong natural light, thoughtful materials and spaces that feel calm, balanced and enduring.

The practice works closely with developers, consultants and contractors to deliver well-resolved schemes, while also guiding private clients through what is often their first building project, from early design through to completion.

Further project references, qualifications and professional memberships are available on request.

Architect at Dann Architects

Let’s discuss your project.

Whether you’re planning a one-off house, a refurbishment, or a full residential development, we’d be happy to help.

Contact

Email: info@dannarchitects.ie

Studio

Drogheda-based architectural practice working across Dublin, Louth, Meath and nationwide.

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