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Thu 10 Oct 2008Not all plain sailing at canalside house
THE FRONT of this Dublin house looks a tad twee, with its rustic stone that is no doubt meant to recall the stables that would have traditionally been in the gardens of period houses: this home has been built on one such site.
There is no need to worry about being sensitive with architect Amanda Bone's feelings though because she is not that keen on the façade either. She has certainly designed a considered elevation but the materials, width and height were all dictated by planning requirements.
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