In conversation with PJ McClay
In this episode, we chat with PJ McClay. PJ runs the popular IG page @oulhouse, which documents his experience as he renovates and brings back into use a derelict thatched cottage in Donegal.
In today's chat, we cover everything from how PJ discovered his interest in vernacular buildings, his experience of conserving and renovating his own cottage, and the challenges and opportunities of conservation of Irish vernacular buildings.
Hosted by Tríona Byrne.
Edited by Deirdre Keeley.
Artwork by Róisín Beirne.
Theme music by Cillian Byrne.
Generously supported by the Heritage Council as part of their Heritage Capacity Fund 2022.
The podcast was recorded on Zoom in August 2022.
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PJ's instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/oulhouse/
Con’s cottage Glengad https://www.conscottage.ie/
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