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Author: EVOKE

Loftus Hall in Wexford, Ireland, has been sold for €3m and is set for a major refurbishment. Planned fit out works will convert the estate into a luxury 22-bedroom hotel with expanded facilities and modern amenities.

Author: Belfast Live

Da Vinci’s Hotel in Derry, Northern Ireland, is set for a £2.5m refurbishment targeting bedrooms, public areas, and conference spaces. The project will demonstrate upcoming fit out activity in Northern Ireland’s hospitality sector, due by August 2026.

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

The Fit Out Awards 2025 proudly welcomes Róisín Lafferty, Founder and Creative Director of the internationally acclaimed Róisín Lafferty design studio, to this year’s distinguished judging panel.

Author: Manila Standard

Philippine-based Studio Moodism has transitioned from interior fit-out construction to bespoke furniture. The company blends design, craftsmanship, and functional interiors, targeting high-end residential and commercial fit-out projects.

Author: Open PR

Contractors Direct, a Dubai-based platform, connects businesses with pre-approved interior designers and fit-out contractors. The portal streamlines hiring for workplace, residential, and commercial projects while promoting transparency and efficiency in the UAE’s fit out sector.

Author: News Letter

Northern Ireland construction and interiors fit out company Gilbert-Ash showcased its work at BAFTA with the premiere of a documentary highlighting five Stirling Prize-shortlisted architectural projects. The film emphasises collaboration and craftsmanship across the UK.

Author: The Irish News

Belfast-based Pure Fitout completes major interior renovation projects for hospitality clients, including House Belfast and Dublin’s Díon rooftop restaurant. The firm navigates administration takeovers and delivers seven-figure fit out contracts.

Author: Construction Wave

Northern Ireland-based Henry Brothers, a leading construction and interiors fit out company, has appointed a new managing director for its Northern Ireland and Scotland operations to support its ongoing expansion and strengthen leadership across both regions.

Author: Archie Villaflores

Ireland’s fit out sector continues to show depth and resilience, with leadership, strategy, and digital capability driving progress across markets. This edition explores how influence is being built not only through design but also through operational foresight and technology-led change. Róisín Lafferty joins the Judging Panel of Fit Out Awards 2025 underscores the growing recognition of design excellence as central to the sector’s development. Her presence on the panel reflects the evolving standards shaping project delivery and the cultural value of design leadership in Ireland’s built environment. Meanwhile, Henry Brothers strengthens Northern Ireland and Scotland operations with senior leadership appointment signals continued investment in management capacity and regional growth. The firm’s strategic move highlights how strong governance and experienced leadership remain the backbone of sustainable expansion. Lastly, Contractors Direct streamlines hiring of workplace fit-out contractors in Dubai brings attention to how digital tools are redefining how talent and trade connect internationally, offering lessons for firms looking to modernise project sourcing and delivery models. These stories illustrate a sector combining creativity, structure, and innovation to influence what comes next in the built environment. Read the full stories and stay informed on the sector’s next moves.

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

SAS International has unveiled a new innovation in ceiling design developed in collaboration with Camira. SAS Static Stretch TexTiles bring together two contrasting materials in one refined, sustainable solution.