NORTHERN IRELAND’S LOCAL ARCHITECTURE PRACTICE
At 9yards Architecture, we have a passion for design, whether it's an extension or a complex new project.
From the smallest extension to new build developments - design is what we love to do.
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Extensions & Remodeling
Bedrooms, kitchens, sunrooms, conservatories, home offices, utilities, garages, lounges, and games rooms.
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New Build
9yards possesses the experience and expertise to cater to a wide range of housing options, from cozy cottages to expansive family residences.
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Commercial
With a proven track record, and meticulous attention to detail to deliver exceptional results that meet the unique needs of every client.
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Developments
From low-volume urban infill sites to high-density apartment developments, 9yards has the proven experience.
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Estate Agents
A large proportion of our work continues to come from estate agents.
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Solicitors
9yards are here to share our expertise, particularly in the legislative and legal arenas.
GET IN TOUCH
The 9yards team is committed to providing expert guidance and support for all enquiries regarding our comprehensive range of services.
Telephone: 02893 365 999
Email: design@9yards.co.uk
Our Offices:
Carrickfergus
Victoria House
72 Albert Road
Carrickfergus
Belfast
Blick Studios
46 Hill Street
Belfast
BT1 2LB
RECENT PROJECTS:
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![A modern reception desk with a spiral white sculpture on top, located in a building with dark blue and white interior walls.]()
PHARMACY ROBOT & REFURBISHMENT
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![Empty office space with large windows and blue carpeted floor.]()
25,000FT 2 OFFICES IN HISTORIC MILL
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![A brick building with large blue windows and signs for Abbey Real Estate and Abbey Rental Centre on the front.]()
BALLYCLARE PROPERTY HUB
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![Modern kitchen with white cabinets, a blue island with a sink, and sunlight streaming through large windows.]()
COMPLEX INTERNAL REMODELLING
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![Living room with a red couch, patterned pillows, a small table, a white vintage-style fireplace, a black vase, and a decorative rabbit sculpture.]()
PERIOD DETAIL, EXCEPTIONAL QUALITY
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![Backyard patio with large glass doors, brick house with second-story windows, small trees, and a paved area.]()
CONSERVATION AREA EXTENSION
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![A large white house with gray roof, located near the water, with a driveway and lawn.]()
HISTORICAL LINEN HOUSE RESTORATION
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![View of a small white house with a black roof, surrounded by a garden with green grass, potted plants, and trees, with a gravel path leading to the entrance.]()
SMALL SINGLE-STOREY EXTENSION
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![A new two-story brick house with a dark shingle roof and front yard with a gravel walkway leading to the front door.]()
NEWBUILD - YOUR DREAM HOME
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![Modern house with large glass windows and balcony, situated on a hillside under cloudy sky.]()
NEWBUILD HOUSE – GRAND DESIGN
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![A house with a black roof, beige walls, and multiple windows, set against a partly cloudy sky with a gravel driveway in front.]()
COUNTRYSIDE DEVELOPMENT
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
Information & Advice from the knowledgeable team at 9yards.
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Put simply, Planners say what can be built and where, whilst Building Control ensure that what is being built complies with minimum standards. As an example, the Planners would doubtless have strong opinions if you were to propose building a replica of the Taj Mahal in your back garden; Building Control on the other hand wouldn’t raise any objections to its appearance as long as it was built in such a way as to be safe to use and met the requirements of the Building Regulations.
A word of warning – contraventions of the Building Regulations can usually be rectified, albeit at considerable cost; but contravening Planning regulations can result in having to completely remove the entire building or extension – this is not an area in which to take risks.
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Or, put another way, how long is a piece of string? So many factors affect the cost of building works that each project simply has to be priced individually – hence the need for robust plans and specifications. As a very rough rule of thumb, domestic extensions in 2021 cost approximately £100/m2 (£1,000/ft2)
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Please don’t forget to engage your builder under a proper Contract. Of course, if you’re appointing 9yards to the full Design & Project Management Service we’ll look after this for you, including liaising with your Quantity Surveyor, administering the contract and certifying regular payments so you’ll have nothing to worry about.
But if you prefer to engage us only for the design aspect of your project (eg feasibility, preliminary design, Planning permission and Building Control approvals) then you really are well advised to cover yourself by appointing your chosen builder under a formal contract. There are a range of contracts available for small domestic works, however over the years we have found the most ‘user-friendly’ of these to be the ‘JCT Building Contract for a home owner / occupier’. The JCT is the premier contract range for construction and this contract has been specifically designed and updated for domestic extensions. It also carries the ‘Plain English Campaign Crystal Mark’ as evidence of its ease of use and even comes in two options: one for use when you don’t engage us to oversee work on site and another for when you do. It’s also very affordable at around £30
SOME OF OUR CLIENTS:
We are honoured to have collaborated with a diverse range of clients, delivering tailored solutions that drive success.
