INFOCARDS


Looking for inspiration, industry trends or the latest data on construction in your sector? Our exclusive InfoCards take a deep dive look at construction trends across the industry.

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Market

See who the Top 50 Contractors are in Ireland; where the main sectors are in their cycle, and the updated costs for different building types.

Inflation (Office)

2024 construction cost inflation examined in detail, find out more and our forecast for 2025 in our Inflation InfoCard.

Inflation (Apts)

Inflation rates in 2024 are similar to 2023, with an average increase of €4k – €5k on the construction cost of a standard two-bed apartment in 2024.

Residential

Delivery of residential units has slowed, returning to 2022 levels. Find out more in our 2025 Residential InfoCard.

Data Centres

Irish Data Centre Market is falling behind other DC markets due to a lack of power. Find out more in our latest InfoCard.

Industrial & Logistics

This New InfoCard examines the demand drivers in the Irish market, average costs & programme durations, and the impact of EU Directives on the Irish Industrial & Logistics sector.

Housing Initiatives

This InfoCard summarises the significant number of Government Initiatives used to stimulate supply and alleviate affordability.

Housing Delivery

Who is building Ireland? We break down the delivery of Fast-Track housing development in this InfoCard.

Fast-track Planning

See how LRD is proving to be a successful planning route. See how many units are stalled at various parts of the development cycle.

LRD

Learn what’s involved in the LRD process, and why they are proving more successful than SHDs.

Planning

The temporary waiver on Planning Contributions has lapsed. Learn more about timelines and development contributions that can affect your development

Programme

Overall construction programme durations remain steady, with some exceptions. Find out the key programme
risks in our Programme InfoCard

Student

Demand continues to outstrip supply in the Student Accommodation sector, with only 576 beds to be delivered in 2025.

Hotel

The Hotel industry’s steady growth continued in 2024, with c. 3058 keys expected by 2026. Hostels are a new area to watch.

ESG

Developers and Investors continue to come to grips with EU Taxonomy, Carbon Counting and the impact certain materials will have on the Life Cycle of assets.

Apartment Standards

View the standards for Build to Sell, Build to Rent(BTR), and Shared Accommodation/Co-Living with our Apartment Standards InfoCard.

Want more inspiration, industry trends, or data on construction trends?

Mitchell McDermott