September 2023 – Issue 337
Welcome [dropcap style=”square”]T[/dropcap]his month we are slowly heading towards autumn and beginning to embrace the changing seasonal colours in our home décor. As well as having lots of interior news, we tell you about new showrooms opening and established artists. Our new bi-monthly columnist Denise O’Connor from Optimise Design offers her top tips on how […]
Royal Hillsborough Home – September 2023 – Issue 337
What Lies Behind Closed Doors The owners of this period property in Royal Hillsborough have sensitively extended and renovated, creating a home that is full of character and charming surprises. [dropcap style=”square”]T[/dropcap]he owners started married life in Belfast for convenience to get to work and their children to go to school although their hearts were […]
Carlow Home – September 2023 – Issue 337
Escape To The Country Martin and Laura’s newly built home delivers a winning combination of space, light and clean lines. [dropcap style=”square”]W[/dropcap]hen Martin and Laura Clowry were given the opportunity to build on land in Co. Carlow, owned by Martin’s parents they couldn’t resist the chance to escape Dublin and build their dream home. ‘We […]
New Hampshire Home – September 2023 – Issue 337
Lakeside Retreat Mairead and John’s summer home on Lake Winnipesaukee, New Hampshire draws inspiration from its stunning unspoilt surroundings, with natural materials and textures enhancing its effortlessly cool New England vibe. [dropcap style=”square”]N[/dropcap]estled in the lakes region at the foothills of the White Mountains, this unique hideaway enjoys spectacular views of some of New England’s […]
Rathfarnham Home – September 2023 – Issue 337
A Family Connection Embracing biophilic design combined with bold colour gives this home a unique look that’s easy on the eye and functions perfectly for a busy family of four. [dropcap style=”square”]S[/dropcap]earching for a fixer-upper in a particular location can take time, indeed Nik Dillon and Adam Gallacher, who both run a brand agency, Alkamee, […]
Reader’s Kitchen – September 2023 – Issue 337
Total Transformation A complete renovation of this period-style home in Co. Down allowed the owners to create the kitchen they had always wanted. [dropcap style=”square”]T[/dropcap]he property itself dates back to 1934 and after nearly 18 years living there the current owners began to face some challenges that prompted them to undertake an extensive build. ‘We […]
Bedrooms – September 2023 – Issue 337
The Big Sleep Is it time to give your bedroom a refresh? From changing your bed to updating your duvet and cover to painting or papering the walls, here are a few ideas to inspire. [dropcap style=”square”]F[/dropcap]or many of us, the bedroom is a retreat from daily stresses and considered design choices will have a […]
Lighting – September 2023 – Issue 337
Full Beam Show off your home to its full potential with the right lighting choices. [dropcap style=”square”]R[/dropcap]ather than a design afterthought, the right lighting can enhance and highlight your interior – while bad lighting can ultimately undermine it. Before choosing the lighting for a room consider how each space will be used – what areas […]
Outdoor Spaces – September 2023 – Issue 337
The Perfect Outdoor Space This month architect and interior design expert Denise O’Connor shares eight essential considerations to create your dream haven. [dropcap style=”square”]D[/dropcap]esigning the perfect outdoor space requires thoughtful planning and consideration. As our gardens evolve into extensions of our living spaces, the desire to enhance and utilise these outdoor areas grows stronger. Planning […]
Meeting The Brief – September 2023 – Issue 337
Meeting The Brief This large home in Holywood, Co. Down was given the all-star treatment thanks to design expert Kunal Trehan. [dropcap style=”square”]F[/dropcap]ounder and interior designer at Touched Interiors, Kunal Trehan was tasked with transforming this impressive property in Holywood, Co. Down, to ensure its new interior was reflective of its stunning facade. Attention to […]
Cookery – September 2023 – Issue 337
Feel-Good Food Sandyford chef Gareth Naughton shares some of his current favourite dishes from Neighbourhood restaurant. [dropcap style=”square”]A[/dropcap] sporting injury when he was younger put a halt to Gareth’s Naughton’s dreams of becoming a professional rugby player and prompted him to focus on his other great passion – cooking. Commenting on his roots Gareth said, […]
Travel Ireland – September 2023 – Issue 337
My Home: Dundalk Ceramicist Sarah McKenna tells us more about the place she calls home. [dropcap style=”square”]I[/dropcap] am Sarah of Sarah McKenna Ceramics; I have been making pottery for over 20 years in a 300-year-old grain store in Dundalk town centre. When I am not up to my elbows in clay, I love to spend […]