Project — New build
A one-off family home on a greenfield site in the West of Ireland. AES handled the design, structural engineering and Assigned Certifier role from first sod to completion certificate.
Project type
One-off rural new build
Our role
Design, structural engineering & Assigned Certifier
Location
West of Ireland
The build, stage by stage
Stage 1 — Site & groundworks
Every one-off house starts with the ground. On this rural site we set out the house position, oversaw the excavation and prepared the hardcore formation. Getting levels, drainage and access right at this stage saves money and delays later on.
Stage 2 — Foundations
The foundation design followed a site assessment of the ground conditions. With the concrete poured and blocks delivered, the rising walls could begin. Our structural design specifies the concrete, reinforcement and radon and damp-proofing measures required for sign-off.
Stage 3 — Superstructure
The cavity walls rise quickly once the foundations are in. Lintels, cavity trays and wall ties all follow the construction drawings, and each inspection stage is recorded as part of the Building Control (Amendment) Regulations certification process.
Stage 4 — Completion
Rendered, roofed and ready to move into. As Assigned Certifier we inspected the build at each key stage and lodged the Certificate of Compliance on Completion, so the owners have a fully certified home from day one.
Planning your own build?
If you have a site in Galway, Mayo or Roscommon, we can help with the full journey: planning permission, structural design, and certification under the Building Control (Amendment) Regulations.
House design & planning · Structural engineering · Assigned Certifier
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