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Thinking about turning your garage into a cosy new living space? Maybe a home office, a bedroom / ensuite, or even a sleek gym? Before you start swinging the hammer, there’s a bit of homework to do. Garage conversions can be a brilliant way to add value and extra space to your home, but they come with their own set of rules and red tape. Don’t worry, I’m here to walk you through the essentials of garage conversions planning permission and building regulations in Northern Irel

Extension to a dwelling in Belfast by GT Building Design Constructing an extension is an exhilarating endeavor. It provides the...

Are you feeling a bit excited for Easter? I recall happy memories of rolling eggs down the hill at the Ulster Folk and Transport Museum,...

I am delighted to announce that planning permission has been granted by the Planning Department in Belfast City Council for this single...

I am thrilled that both approvals have been secured, and now the work can begin on site—exciting! This project involves both a single and...

The Present: In 2023, exciting news arrived that the Sir Samuel Kelly Preservation Group in Donaghadee, a non-profit organization,...

Take a look at this project, which involves expanding over a current garage along the Saintfield Road in Belfast. I'm thrilled that both...

I am thrilled to share that both planning permission and building control approval have been granted for this single-storey rear...

Check out this glazed apex extension in Donaghadee!

Here's one of my recent projects, a bungalow in Gilnahirk in need of much attention and a full refurbishment including heating, plumbing,...

I am thrilled that GT Building Design, my services have received another 5-star review for this garden room extension located in Comber.

I wanted to uncover one of my latest projects in Newtownards. The improvements to this home include an extension to create an open plan...

Delighted that Planning Permission and Building Control Approval has been granted. A builder is on site and construction work underway....

Great news that planning permission has been granted and building control approval received. I'm even more delighted receiving another 5...

Check out this one in Bangor West, building control approval granted and work beginning on site, I’m delighted! 😊 Great to work with my...

In this lovely detached home next to the Stormont Estate in Belfast I was asked to help my clients extend and improve their recently...

An extension is not always required to improve a home and here's a perfect example. By taking down internal walls this can make all the...

Take a look at this little extension. It may only be a mere 13 m2 but also taking down two internal structural walls (with beams over) a...

People frequently inquire about the difference between a Planning Application and a Building Control application. This guide aims to...

Today's the day for me to reflect and celebrate 🎉🎉🎉😊 On this day 20 years ago, January 2004 I established GT Building Design. 20...