MVK architects is a Dublin based architectural practice with over 80 built projects, specializing in conservation and contemporary architecture. We believe that contemporary expression within a traditional context beautifully expresses the evolution of culture. We create innovative and sustainable solutions for urban / suburban architecture and landscape projects. Feel free to ring us to discuss your project.

Team

Michael Kavanagh

Dip. Arch, B.Arch.SC, MRIAI

Michael Kavanagh is a practicing architect and member of the Royal institute of Architects of Ireland.
He studied architecture at Dublin Institute of Technology. After graduating in 1990, he moved to Berlin and worked with Muller Riemann Architekten. He returned to Dublin in 1995 and joined Gerry Cahill Architects before establishing MVK Architects in 2000 with Victoria Kavanagh. In 2020 Michael was awarded the designation of Conservation Architect Garde II by the RIAI. In tandem with his work in the practice, Michael has been a part-time tutor at UCD School of Architecture, Planning and Environmental Policy.

Victoria Kavanagh

B.Arch, MRIAI

Victoria Kavanagh is a practicing architect and member of the Royal institute of Architects of Ireland.

She studied architecture at Virginia Polytechnic Institute & State University. She has worked in private practice in Los Angeles, with architecture firms in Los Angeles, Washington DC and Hawaii in the US. In Berlin, she worked with Muller Reimann Architekten, before coming to Dublin with her partner Michael Kavanagh and establishing MVK Architects in 2000. She is a Grade III Conservation Architect, and Lecturer/ Assistant Professor in the UCD school of Architecture Planning and Environmental Policy, teaching design in landscape architecture.

Asha Pooran

Senior Architect

Maryam Azimi

Interior Architect

Services

Project Brief formulation with careful client consultation, user interviews and discussion of options

Condition Surveys, arranging valuation through our consultant team, feasibility studies and site investigation

Historic buildings and protected structures assessment, recommendations, and design for alterations

Architectural Design for both new build and existing structures, refurbishment and extension, masterplanning and strategy

Coordination of design with engineering, planning, cost and safety requirements

Sketch presentation and model making

Preparation of planning applications, planning observations and appeals

Sustainable design and energy efficient construction to meet BER rating requirements

Administration of the RIAI Building contract

Inspection and certification of MVK designed projects during construction phase

Assisting client with regard to health and safety, accessibility, energy rating and other legislation

Contact

We create innovative and sustainable solutions for urban / suburban architecture and landscape projects. Feel free to ring us to discuss your project.