About KAD
Keyplan Architectural Design (KAD) is a Cork based architecture and building surveying practice led by Ken Varden. Ken holds a degree in construction management through Sligo Atlantic Technological University and a masters degree in building surveying through the University College of Estate Management in Reading England.
Keyplan Architectural Design (KAD) is a Cork based architecture and building surveying practice led by Ken Varden. Ken holds a degree in construction management through Sligo Atlantic Technological University and a masters degree in building surveying through the University College of Estate Management in Reading England.
Ken has over thirty five years of experience working across Ireland and the UK. With his vast experience in the residential, cultural and commercial sectors, he has collaborated on various types of projects both in Ireland and abroad; these include housing, retail,
schools, university buildings, industrial and commercial units.
In addition to his architectural expertise, Ken is also a building surveyor and as a result has a broad knowledge of the construction industry and its various methods of construction.
He has experience in Passive House, Timber frame and traditional cavity wall construction courses and NZEB courses and is also an accredited BER Assessor, highlighting his commitment to sustainable practice. He has a keen interest in community and social
design, as well as cultural heritage, aiming to create buildings that not only serve their practical purpose but also contribute to the well-being of the community they serve long into the future.
At KAD we take care to interpret the clients requirements to create individual and innovative solutions.
Each project we undertake we strive to interpret our client’s requirements to create individual, elegant and innovative solutions. This approach begins with a thorough analysis of the brief, exploring the potential within each site. We investigate the technical detail, structural engineering options and finish material choices available, whilst working closely with each client to achieve fully compliant architecture without compromising design intent resulting in a space beyond expectation.”
Mark English – Practice Principal.
