Over 160 new homes have been completed as part of the College Avenue and Nyne Park development in Breagagh Valley, Kilkenny.

The 164 homes are a mix of 3-4 bed houses, apartments and duplexes designed to cater for a variety of living arrangements with prices ranging from between €360,000 and €420,000.

The new estate is just 2km from the centre of Kilkenny City and a a 15-minute cycle to Kilkenny's MacDonagh Rail Station.

Each home boasts an A2 Building Efficiency Rating (BER) with high levels of insulation and a dual-controlled heat pump system. And in a sign of the eco-conscious times, electric vehicle charging stations are also provided.

Meitheal Architects acted as the lead architect on the development which was delivered and built by Cairn Homes.

Meitheal partnered with Cairn to deliver what they describe as "a carefully designed and landscaped estate, incorporating plenty of green space and natural play areas."

The firm completed over 800 homes in 2024 and currently has over 2,000 homes at varying stages of development, as well as several healthcare, education, retail, leisure and hospitality projects.

Patrick O’Toole, managing director of Meitheal Architects, said: "We are delighted to have partnered with Cairn to deliver this modern development to a very high standard.

"This development exemplifies our commitment to innovative design and community-focused urban planning.

"We want to create sustainable, vibrant communities through delivery of high-quality homes that integrate seamlessly with the surrounding environment and foster a healthy and active lifestyle for residents."

Photo: Houses in Nyne Park outside Kilkenny. (Pic: Supplied)