Examination of innovation/ efficiencies in design of affordable housing is a report jointly prepared by The Housing Agency and the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage.
The report highlights how quality affordable housing can be most effectively delivered by demonstrating innovation and efficiencies in construction and design.
The research was carried out by Bucholz McEvoy architects.
Purpose of Report
This report serves as sequel to The Housing Agency report "Social, Affordable & Co-operative Housing in Europe", which featured case studies from Switzerland, Austria, France, Germany, the Netherlands and Denmark into innovations in design and construction of social, affordable and co-operative housing in Europe.
The 12 Irish case studies are situated in Dublin, Galway and Limerick, encompassing small (up to 50 units), medium (50 – 150 units), and larger schemes (150 plus units). There are 4 additional EU case studies from Austria, France and the Netherlands which provide a broader perspective and alternative approaches to innovation and efficiencies in design. The report explores the case studies through 5 themes - Strategy, Layout, Materials, Delivery and Occupation. A specific project focus is included within each case study which provide insights into key design decisions or processes integral to the project’s development.
In addition, the report outlines two projects that highlight delivery methods and efficiencies for affordable housing through a comparison of Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) on a live sample basis.
You can read the report in full here - Examination of innovation/ efficiencies in design of affordable housing