Reg.Nr. HA-2006/UK/13

Mourne Homesteads, Northern Ireland

The Mournes area is scattered with derelict dwellings which form an integral part of the landscape. Restoration of three abandoned vernacular buildings in the Mournes area for the Mourne Heritage Trust as phase 2 of the Mourne Homestead Project which involves the rehabilitation ...
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Project details

Title:Mourne Homesteads, Northern Ireland
Entr. year: 2006
Result:Diploma
Country: United Kingdom
Town: Various, see Notes (Northern Ireland)
Category type: architectural heritage
Notes:Addresses: • 11 Ballycashone Road, Hilltown, Co Down, Northern Ireland • 41 Moneyslane Road, Ballyward, Co Down, Northern Ireland • 127 Whitehill Road, Leitrim, Co Down, Northern Ireland
Building type/ Project type: residential building
Former use:Dwelling houses
Actual use:Dwelling houses
The Jury's citation: For the sensitive rehabilitation of derelict dwellings, with scrupulous regard for vernacular materials and building techniques, that has greatly enriched the landscape and generated educational and employment benefits.
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Description:
The Mournes area is scattered with derelict dwellings which form an integral part of the landscape. Restoration of three abandoned vernacular buildings in the Mournes area for the Mourne Heritage Trust as phase 2 of the Mourne Homestead Project which involves the rehabilitation of a total of 7 dwellings. Each property was restored to provide for modern family living for members of the original family. The project included an educational component involving teaching and demonstrating traditional skills and the use of traditional materials. Original layout and details were retained wherever possible.