Northern Ireland Archives - HBK Architects Northern Ireland

Dawn of a New Era

Posted by Ryan Hood
On 11 April 2022
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Architects, HBK Architects, Northern Ireland, Tyrone

We are pleased to announce that as of 1st of April 2022 the practice became a limited company. Having owned and managed the practice for 25 years as a sole proprietor, Stephen Salley will continue as company director but will now share management with fellow director Ryan Hood. Ryan has worked alongside Stephen since qualifying […]

Northern Ireland Architects help local charity

Posted by Ryan Hood
On 23 June 2020
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Architects, HBK Architects, Northern Ireland, Planning Permission, RSUA

Bookings are still open for this year’s annual fundraising event “Ask an Architect” organised by the Royal Society of Ulster Architects (RSUA). Northern Ireland Architects are offering you the chance to have a 1-hour consultation in exchange for a small donation to charity. If you’re looking advice on a new build, what is needed for […]

EXCITING PROJECT FOR ROSSPARK HOTEL

Posted by Ryan Hood
On 31 October 2017
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Antrim, Ballymena, Design, HBK Architects, Northern Ireland, Rosspark Hotel, Weddings

We are very pleased to start construction work next week on a stunning new Wedding Ceremony building within the delightful grounds of the Rosspark Hotel, just outside Ballymena. The exclusive new Wedding Pavilion will be available to Rosspark Couples who wish to get married within the lush grounds from Spring 2018. This building will be […]

HBK Architects takeover ATP Architects, Castlerock

Posted by Ryan Hood
On 10 May 2017
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ATP Architects, Castlerock, HBK Architects, North Coast, Northern Ireland

HBK Architects are very pleased to announce that from 1st April 2017 they will take over the projects of ATP Architects Ltd, Castlerock. As of 1st April 2017 Alan Ross of ATP Architects will be leaving ATP Architects Ltd and joining The National Trust. As a result ATP Architects Ltd will be wound up, in […]

WHAT IS A PASSIVE HOUSE?

Posted by Ryan Hood
On 9 May 2017
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Architects, Eco House, Environment, Insulation, Northern Ireland, Passive House, PassivHaus, Solar Heating

We are very excited to announce that Stephen is now a Certified PassivHaus Designer. This certification will give HBK Architects another level of expertise and knowledge when it comes to designing low energy houses for our clients. Congratulations to Stephen! We all know that the price of heating our home is not reducing, in addition […]

Green alternatives to heat my home

Posted by Ryan Hood
On 4 January 2017
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Architects, Biomass, Design, Green Energy, Heat Pump, Home, Northern Ireland, Solar Heating, Wood Pellets

For many years now the traditional way to heat your home in Ireland has been an Oil Fired Central Heating System (OFCH) coupled with radiators in every room. And it works. Keep your boiler maintained, your oil tank full, regularly bleed your radiators and you will have a warm house when you want it. However, […]

A guide to building a house extension in Northern Ireland

Posted by Ryan Hood
On 5 December 2016
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Architects, Builders, Costs, House Extension, Northern Ireland, Planning Permission

A house extension in Northern Ireland can be a great way to improve your home without moving. Quite often a simple solution can dramatically change the character of a house and provide that extra space required for a growing family or changing needs. Extending your home can be a great investment, adding space and improving […]

Financing Your Self-Build Home

Posted by Ryan Hood
On 9 November 2016
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Costs, Fees, Finance, Home, Mortgage, Northern Ireland, Self Build

So, you have decided you want to build your dream home? There is a very good chance you will finance the build with a self-build mortgage. This morning I spent some time in the Lisburn branch of the Bank of Ireland with their mortgage adviser Pat Greene. He gave me some great advice to help […]

Our guide to buying an old house in Northern Ireland

Posted by Ryan Hood
On 2 November 2016
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Architect, Buying House Northern Ireland, Damp, House Design, Insulation, Listed Buildings, Northern Ireland, Old Building, Survey

Thinking about buying an old house in Northern Ireland? Here are some key things we would advise you to consider when looking for old properties. Old properties can be an attractive option when buying a new home. They can offer period features, loads of character and are often set within well matured sites. However, they […]

Practice featured in Ulster Tatler Interiors Magazine

Posted by Ryan Hood
On 12 September 2016
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Antrim, Architects, Armagh, Derry, Down, Interior Design, Northern Ireland, Tyrone, Ulster Tatler

This month we were very pleased to be featured in the Architects Guide within Ulster Tatler Interiors Magazine. We have had a few of our house designs featured in this magazine over the years but it was great this time to include a little more detail on what what makes us tick here at HBK […]

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