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With 40+ years’ experience, I help homeowners across North Down, Greater Belfast and throughout Northern Ireland plan and design high‑quality homes, providing clear, practical design from first ideas through to Planning and Building Control approval.
Every New Home Starts with a Conversation
Designing a new home is an opportunity to create something thoughtful, practical and personal. I help you explore ideas, understand what’s possible and design a home that feels natural, comfortable and well‑considered.
From first conversations through Planning and Building Control approval, every stage is handled with clarity and practical thinking. See similar projects below or get in touch to discuss your own ideas.
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New Dwelling Projects
Millisle Road, Donaghadee
Featured in SelfBuild & Improve Your Home Magazine
I’m delighted to share that one of my projects has been featured in SelfBuild & Improve Your Home magazine. It’s always rewarding to see a client’s journey recognised, especially in a publication dedicated to thoughtful, well‑designed homes.
To read my client’s personal account of the project, CLICK HERE and refer to pages 25–34.
Project Highlights
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Full feature in SelfBuild & Improve Your Home magazine.
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Insightful client story detailing the design and build journey.
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A great example of how collaborative design leads to a successful, enjoyable project.
Green Road, Millisle
Replacement Dwelling — Contemporary Two‑Storey Home with Modern Comforts
This project involved replacing a traditional timber‑frame bungalow — originally used as a holiday home — with a beautiful new two‑storey dwelling. The new home offers a bright, modern layout with all the comforts expected of contemporary living, including underfloor heating throughout and electrically operated Velux rooflights. The transformation is remarkable; the before‑and‑after photos tell the story better than words. I hope you like the results.
Project Details
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Existing timber‑frame bungalow removed and replaced with a new two‑storey home.
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Contemporary design with improved layout, space and natural light.
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Underfloor heating installed throughout for modern comfort.
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Electrically operated Velux rooflights for enhanced ventilation and daylight.
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A complete transformation from a modest holiday home to a modern family dwelling.
Dalriada Crescent, Cushendall
North Coast — CAD Support for a Luxury Detached Home
Since establishing GT Building Design in 2004, I’ve assisted many clients and Architectural Practices with residential schemes — from one‑off luxury homes to large‑scale housing developments. This project is a great example: a superb detached home on the North Coast. I was delighted to be appointed by Keith Lockhart of KL Architecture to assist with the preparation of the CAD drawings.
Project Details
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CAD support provided for a luxury detached dwelling on the North Coast.
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Collaboration with Keith Lockhart of KL Architecture.
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Part of a long‑standing portfolio of residential work ranging from bespoke homes to major housing schemes.
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40 years’ experience contributing to high‑quality residential design across Northern Ireland.
Grampian Avenue, Belfast
Three‑Storey Apartment Development — Planning Approved
There had previously been a single dwelling on this site, but it had been demolished many years ago. My client asked me to prepare drawings for a new three‑storey apartment development, designed to make effective use of the site and provide modern residential accommodation. I’m pleased to say that Planning Permission has now been granted.
Project Details
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Former single dwelling site redeveloped for multi‑unit residential use.
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New three‑storey apartment scheme designed and prepared for planning.
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Contemporary layout and elevation strategy suited to the site and surroundings.
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Full Planning Permission successfully granted.
Ballyclare Railway Cottage.
Replacement Dwelling — Reimagining a Former Railway Cottage
This project involved replacing what was once a former Railway Cottage in Ballyclare. When I first visited the site, I had the pleasure of meeting the “Railway Children” now all grown up, who had lived there in their youth.
The original signalman’s cottage had long since reached the end of its life, and the family needed it demolished and rebuilt. It’s a wonderful story with a very happy ending.
By the time I was asked to help, the steam trains had long gone and the Ballyclare branch line had closed, but the grandparents remained on the site and were delighted with their new cottage. The replacement dwelling provides a modern, comfortable home while honouring the history and character of the original railway setting.
Project Details
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Replacement dwelling designed on the site of a former Railway Cottage.
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Original signalman’s cottage removed due to age and condition.
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New home created to meet the needs of the long‑standing family occupants.
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Design respects the history of the site while providing modern comfort and efficiency.
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A meaningful project with a strong personal story and a very happy outcome.
Old Holywood Road, Belfast
Housing Development — CAD Support for Multi‑Unit Residential Scheme
As part of my freelance work supporting other Architectural Practices, I was appointed to assist with the preparation of CAD drawings for this multi‑unit housing development. Working closely with the lead architect, I helped translate the design concept into clear, accurate technical drawings suitable for planning and coordination.
The scheme includes a series of well‑proportioned homes arranged to create a strong sense of place, with layouts designed for modern family living. It was a pleasure to contribute to a project of this scale and to support another practice in delivering a high‑quality residential development.
Project Details
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Freelance CAD support provided to the lead architect.
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Preparation of detailed drawings for a multi‑unit housing development.
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Layouts designed to suit modern family living and site context.
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Collaborative approach ensuring clarity, accuracy and smooth progression through the design stages.
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Part of a long‑standing portfolio of residential work supporting both clients and fellow professionals.
Contact Glenn
If you’d like clear advice, ideas or a quotation for your project, I’d be happy to help
If you’d like to see more examples of my work, you can view a selection of recent projects here.
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