About us…

Why should you choose Mark Stephens as your architect ?

  • I am an innovative yet practical architect that specialises in light filled, airy spaces that are economic to heat.
  • I have over 20 years experience in architectural design from the the most modest house extension to multi-million euro projects.
  • I have specific training in creating Low/Zero Carbon and Passive House projects.

    I have recently undergone training in:

    - Passive House design using PHPP
    - Low Carbon Energy Refurbishments using DEAP
    - Low Energy Housing using DEAP

    Below is a full resume of my qualifications and experience:

    Mark Stephens Architects is an architectural practice based in the West of Ireland (Co. Mayo). Following Marks architectural training in the UK and working for several high-profile architectural practices; Mark Stephens Architects was formed to create well designed and functional buildings that are sustainable and eco-friendly.

    After working extensively in the UK, the Practice is now also creating functional and sustainable designs across Ireland.

    Irish cottage refurbishment/extension

    Contemporary extension to traditional cottage with curved walls.

    Mark has experience in wide range of architectural projects; from nursing homes, sports clubs, offices, shops but we mainly specialise in one-off houses, extensions and refurbishments-from initial concept to completion.

    Mark has had his own house (below) featured on RTE’s ‘About the House’ – CLICK HERE TO SEE CLIP

    Below are the qualifications of Mark Stephens:

    + BA (Hons) Arch: Oxford Brookes University UK, 1985

    + Dipl Arch (Oxon): Oxford Brookes University, 1989

    + RIBA Part III: Oxford Brookes University, 1990

    + Registered ARB and RIBA UK architect from 1990

    + Member of the Royal Institute of Architects of Ireland – MRIAI, 2005

    + An architect and architectural practice Accredited in Conservation at Grade III – RIAI 2011

    Mark Stephens has also undertaken additional training in the following specialities:

    + Passive Housing using PHPP

    + Low energy house refurbishments using DEAP

    + Energy efficient A rated design using DEAP

    + Conservation

    + Restoration

    + Renovation

    + Interior design

    Mark Stephens Architects are able to fulfill all your architectural requirements; from initial briefing, sketch designs, feasibility studies and planning applications to Building Regulation and construction drawings and full site supervision/mortgage and approval certificates.

    Other services also available include:

    + Planning Compliance & Identity Certificates

    + Energy Assessments, BER and Passive House

    + Retention Planning Permissions

    + Expert Witness Reports

    + Sun path and shadow analysis

    + U-Value calculations

    + Airtightness Analysis and testing

    + We can also provide consultants for structural design and site percolation tests

    The practice is very approachable and no job is too small (or too big!) – our rates are very flexible and we normally either work on a lump sum fee or in the traditional building cost percentage. We also now provide a low-cost, initial consultation and design service.

    If you require any further information or you would like to book an initial meeting (no obligation) then please do not hesitate to contact us.

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