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Architectural Services – Design, Planning & Engineering Excellence

At Architectural Design & Development Ltd, we provide a complete range of architectural services tailored to your vision. Serving Kerry, Limerick, Cork, and beyond, our team combines modern design, structural expertise, and project management to ensure every project is functional, sustainable, and visually striking.

Founded in 2001 by Donal Brosnan, our practice delivers professional oversight for every stage of your project, from initial concept and planning to structural certification and completion.


Our Architectural Services

We provide architectural services for both residential and commercial projects, offering architectural and structural excellence. Some of our services include:

Concept Design & Spatial Planning

We develop clear, well-balanced concepts that respond to your brief, site conditions, and budget. Early-stage layouts focus on spatial efficiency, natural light, circulation, and future adaptability, ensuring the building works in practice as well as on paper.

Residential Building Design

Our residential architectural services cover new homes, extensions, renovations, and refurbishments. Designs are tailored to individual lifestyles, combining comfort, functionality, and modern architectural character while respecting planning and building regulations.

Commercial & Institutional Design

We design offices, retail spaces, schools, and community buildings with a focus on operational efficiency, accessibility, safety, and compliance. Each commercial project is planned to support long-term use, user experience, and regulatory requirements.


Planning & Development Services

Given below is a list of our planning and development services.

Planning Applications & Permissions

We prepare and manage full, outline, and retention planning applications, ensuring submissions are accurate, comprehensive, and aligned with local authority requirements. Our experience across Munster helps minimise delays and planning risks.

Planning Strategy & Risk Assessment

Early planning assessments identify potential constraints, zoning considerations, and compliance requirements. This proactive approach reduces uncertainty and supports informed decision-making before design progresses too far.


Structural Engineering Integration

Given below is a list of some of our services associated with structural engineering integration.

Structural Design & Engineering Coordination

Our in-house structural engineering services ensure architectural designs are supported by safe, efficient, and buildable structural solutions. Close coordination between design and engineering improves construction accuracy and cost control.

Engineering for Residential & Commercial Projects

We provide structural solutions for houses, apartments, farm buildings, schools, and commercial developments, designed in line with Engineers Ireland standards and Irish building regulations.


Renovations, Extensions & Existing Buildings

Given below is a list of renovations, extensions and other services related to existing buildings.

Building Upgrades & Extensions

We design extensions and alterations that integrate seamlessly with existing structures, maintaining architectural continuity while improving space, performance, and value.

Assessment of Existing Buildings

Our services include surveys, structural assessments, and compliance evaluations for existing properties, supporting renovations, certifications, and planning submissions.


Technical Design & Construction Support

Given below is a list of the features that technical design and construction support offer.

Detailed Construction Drawings

We produce comprehensive technical drawings and specifications to guide contractors during construction. Clear detailing reduces on-site issues, variations, and delays.

Tender Documentation & Contractor Support

We assist with tender preparation, contractor evaluation, and clarification of design intent, helping clients move confidently into the construction phase.


Certification, Compliance & Professional Oversight

These certifications, compliance, and professional services allow residential and commercial projects with unique features. Let’s take a look at them.

Building Control & BCAR Services

We manage BCAR compliance, inspections, and sign-off processes, ensuring projects meet statutory requirements from commencement through completion.

Fire Safety & Regulatory Certification

Our architectural services include fire safety assessments, certificates of compliance, and coordination with relevant authorities to ensure full legal adherence.


Why We Stand Out

Architectural Design & Development Ltd is among the trusted architectural services in Kerry. Let us turn your vision into reality with professional, compliant, and innovative design solutions.

Frequently Asked Questions

At what stage should I engage an architect?
Ideally, an architect should be engaged at the earliest stage of your project. Early involvement allows for better planning strategy, cost control, regulatory compliance, and design outcomes aligned with your vision and budget.
Can you manage the planning application process on my behalf?
Absolutely. We prepare and manage full, outline, and retention planning applications, ensuring all documentation complies with local authority requirements. Our experience across Kerry, Limerick, Cork, and the wider Munster region helps streamline approvals and reduce planning risks.
Do you provide in-house structural engineering services?
Yes, we offer integrated structural engineering services alongside architectural design. This ensures all designs are structurally sound, efficient, and buildable, while improving coordination, cost control, and construction accuracy.
Can you help with renovations, extensions, and existing buildings?
Yes, we specialise in extensions, alterations, and upgrades to existing buildings. Our services include building surveys, structural assessments, compliance evaluations, and designs that integrate seamlessly with the original structure.
What BCAR and building control services do you offer?
We manage Building Control (Amendment Regulations) compliance, including inspections, certification, and sign-off, ensuring statutory requirements are met from commencement to project completion.