Business is recognised for transforming its shopfront

PAINT, wallpaper, and decor experts Templeogue Décor have been awarded €1,000 in recognition of the work undertaken to transform the shopfront design of its business premises, reports Cliodhna Brooks.

The award of Best Designed Shopfront was in addition to a grant received to part fund the installation of an improved shopfront design from South Dublin County Council under the Council’s annual Shopfront Grant Scheme.

The annual Shopfront Grant Scheme provides grants for shopfront improvements, ranging from painting updates to replacing an entire shopfront. Grants are available for a maximum of 50% of overall costs with the prize awarded for the Best Designed Shopfront under the scheme.

“I would like to congratulate Templeogue Décor on winning Best Designed Shopfront as part of the Shopfront Grant Scheme 2022,” said Mayor Emma Murphy.

“The vision shown by Nicola and her colleagues, and the improvement made is fully deserving of this fantastic award. The wonderful upgrades made to Templeogue Décor exemplify perfectly how minor changes can make a huge difference to our villages. I would encourage all business owners in our villages to engage with South Dublin County Council and make use of this valuable service.”

Under the scheme, Templeogue Décor was granted approval for painting, installation of a new awning, and the addition of green enhancement. The works carried out have made a huge improvement to the shopfront and the aesthetics of Templeogue Village, exemplifying the benefits of the scheme for business owners.

Nikki van Loon, from Templeogue Décor, explained the work they did that ultimately won them the award. She said: “In the second half of 2022, the shop underwent a facelift to the exterior of the premises. The existing wooden store frontage was fully repaired, and the lettering and signage was removed, cleaned, and repainted.

“We installed a motorized and retractable awning in self-cleaning fabric with powder coated finish for durability. Additional green wooden planters were also installed to enhance the front entrance and tie in with the recent refurbishment of the village.

“All of this was possible with the help of South Dublin County Council’s Shopfront Grant Scheme.”

Last year was the ninth successive year of this progressive scheme, supported by South Dublin County Council. The scheme is becoming increasingly popular, and the council would encourage local businesses to apply for the 2023 scheme.

Details of the scheme including Terms and Conditions and application details for 2023 are available on the Council’s website.