The Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland (RIAI), with support from the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage, has published New Housing 3, an important resource for all involved in housing delivery in Ireland, from housing bodies, local authorities and developers to architects and policymakers.

The 564-page publication features 100 housing projects across the broad spectrum of housing design and delivery in Ireland – from large-scale housing projects in new urban quarters to smaller infill projects, drawn from both the public and private sector. Each scheme describes site and design strategies and unit types at comparable scales, accompanied by a data bar that facilitates analysis of development plan standards.

New Housing 3 builds on previous RIAI housing publications, presenting a wide range of high-quality housing projects that demonstrate how good design can contribute to better homes and stronger communities. It highlights the role of architects in housing delivery and provides real-world examples of successful projects at different scales, and at various stages of design and completion.

Sharing housing solutions from all regions of Ireland, the book also reflects the diverse challenges and opportunities that exist across the country. Essays by experts in the provision of housing and sustainable settlements add depth to the understanding of the challenges ahead and their resolutions.