Travel Tuam – October 2023 – Issue 338
My Home: Tuam, Co. Galway Broadcaster and writer Barbara Collins takes us on a tour of the place she calls home. [dropcap style=”square”]M[/dropcap]y name is Barbara Collins. I am married to Martin Cunniffe. We have three children. John is 14, Clara is 10 and Sam is five. We live on a farm in Clonberne, north […]
Travel Donegal – October 2023 – Issue 338
A Whistle-Stop Tour Of Donegal A long-overdue visit to Donegal gave Aoife Kelly the opportunity to immerse herself in all the nature and culture the county has to offer. [dropcap style=”square”]H[/dropcap]aving missed the chance to visit Donegal 23 years ago for our honeymoon, I was well overdue a visit to this majestic county, so when […]
Gardening – October 2023 – Issue 338
Seductive Succulents This issue our gardening expert Conrad McCormick focuses on succulents. [dropcap style=”square”]G[/dropcap]row plants suited to your conditions’. That’s what we’re always told. I get it, it makes sense. I want to grow things that thrive. But I make an exception for succulents. Green and lush Ireland isn’t quite the place that springs to […]
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 […]