DOD Architects were formed in 1981 by Daniel Dusoswa, a Dutch National, who from a very young age grew up between two countries, Ireland and Holland. The architecture produced in this office reflects this mixed origin. Living abroad, Daniel nourished a deep appreciation of Irish country style architecture. Rather than copying old buildings, DOD Architects strives to add to the idiom of Irish architecture a mixture of modern requirements and old style charm.

DOD Architects not only produces traditional style architecture: depending on the client the mixture can differ. But always whether modern or traditional, DOD Architects take great pride in blending the architecture within the landscape.

Whether traditional style or modern, all architecture should be internally bright and pleasant with no waste of space. If at all possible, corridors are avoided, in particular the dark and gloomy ones.

DOD Architects always endeavours to capture the lifestyle and personality of the clients in order to reflect same in the proposed architecture. Every dwelling is created individually like special orders in a good quality restaurant. No MacDonalds here. We do not subscribe to the standard type of bungalow which has blighted the Irish landscape to a horrific extent.

For the client who wishes to apply for planning quickly without going through the design process, DOD Architects have a few standard cottage designs which can be adapted to specific needs. These designs are offered at reduced fees which make them even more attractive. These standard cottages have been designed to suit most family needs from young families to old families. On ground floor an apartment for 2 with 2 additional bedrooms upstairs, either with shared bathrooms and/ or en-suite bathrooms plus optional separate quest toilet. These cottages are the most convincing proof that cottages do not have to be dark and gloomy inside. Even the hallway is a celebration of space, light and charm.

Over the years in business a very clear understanding has developed about solving particular architectural problems to suit particular needs. The greater the challenge the more exciting and personal the architecture becomes.

All commercial developments enhance the company's product without the need for large sign posts, arrows, or neon lights. The architecture should stand on itself and attract attention without shouting at passersby. Intrinsic quality makes people notice and want to stop and come in or deal with that particular business. Here also, blending into the environment is of prime importance. It is no problem to make a project stand out by just introducing a different architectural style. This however could have the opposite effect and passersby just ignore the dissonance.

The philosophy of an architect's practice like DOD Architects is very difficult to capture in a few words and we kindly invite you to contact us by e-mail and query us on our philosophy. If the answers we give you synchronise with your own philosophy, then we are confident that if you are to build in South West Ireland you will profit from a visit to our office.