HAVWOODS Top Retailer of the Year Sponsor

Havwoods Proud Sponsor of the Top Retailer of the Year category at the Ireland’s Homes Interiors & Living Awards 2024 Inspiring architects and interior designers for almost 50 years, Havwoods is the prevailing name in beautiful wood flooring and cladding design. Established in the UK in 1975 and introduced to the Irish market in 2020 […]
Gardening – June 2024 – Issue 346

Cultivating a Floral Feast This issue our gardening expert Conrad McCormick discovers a feast for the eyes and the plate with edible flowers. [dropcap style=”square”]T[/dropcap]here’s been a trend that’s blooming everywhere – edible flowers, you’ll see them adorning your plate in restaurants up and down the country and many foody magazine shoots will feature a […]
Marty Travel – June 2024 – Issue 346

The Thai Life Marty O’Neill takes us on a tour of the rustic and refined island of Koh Samui and explains why Thailand is one of his must-visit destinations. [dropcap style=”square”]I[/dropcap] get asked frequently ‘where are the best restaurants?’ and ‘tell me your favourite holiday destination?’ The restaurant question can be a difficult one to […]
Cookery – June 2024 – Issue 346

Grand Dining Damian Tumilty, Executive Head Chef of the 5-star Grand Central Hotel in Belfast shares some of his favourite seasonal recipes. Here’s a selection of the mouth watering recipes featured in this issue to whet your appetite. Guinness Wheaten Bread & Browned Butter Asian Style Duck Salad Orange Blossom, Labneh & Rhubarb Cheesecake Read […]
Dilemma – June 2024 – Issue 346

Interior Dilemma Interiors Association member Aoife Tobin of Style so Simple offers her expert advice. [dropcap style=”square”]Q[/dropcap]: How can I include some colour whilst also retaining a fresh, relaxed feel? The first thing I always ask my clients is how they want to feel in a space and so many of them want to feel […]
Brief – June 2024 – Issue 346

Meeting The Brief Interior designer Michelle Burnett was responsible for adding the finishing touches to this Dublin new build. [dropcap style=”square”]T[/dropcap]his was a new build contemporary home in the upmarket suburb of Foxrock, Co. Dublin. Split over three floors, the master bedroom suite covers the entire top floor and comes complete with a roof terrace […]
Al Fresco Kitchens – June 2024 – Issue 346

Al Fresco Kitchens As our outdoor spaces continue to become an extension of our interior we look at how to achieve the ultimate in outdoor cooking. [dropcap style=”square”]T[/dropcap]he boundaries between indoor and outdoor have become increasingly blurred and nowhere is this more evident than with our kitchen and dining areas. Where al fresco cooking once […]
Spring Refresh – June 2024 – Issue 346

Spring Refresh Spring has officially sprung which means it’s time to start planning your transition from winter to spring décor. First and foremost, begin with a good spring clean, then look at introducing uplifting fabrics, bright paint colours, cheery cushions and eye catching flooring to bring the feeling of spring into your home. [dropcap style=”square”]W[/dropcap]ith […]
Reader’s Kitchen 1 – June 2024 – Issue 346

Mid-Century Design This CS Kitchens renovation brings the warmth of mid-century modern design and pairs it with practical, family-friendly features resulting in an impressive conclusion. [dropcap style=”square”]T[/dropcap]he homeowners of this unique design collaborated with Ollie McCarter from CS Kitchens to realise their vision. The inspiration for their new kitchen was deeply rooted in the allure […]
Donegal Home – June 2024 – Issue 346

Embracing Tradition In Buncrana, overlooking Stragill Beach and Lough Swilly, this family home speaks in rich styles of a bygone era but with a transatlantic twist. [dropcap style=”square”]M[/dropcap]ichelle and Frank lived in the USA for almost 10 years before they decided to return home with their growing family. Before they departed from their beloved Boston, […]
Cork Home – June 2024 – Issue 346

Modern Country This beautifully restored mill in County Cork, now a stylish fusion of old and new, provides a tranquil haven in which to relax, unwind and enjoy. [dropcap style=”square”]S[/dropcap]ituated just outside the idyllic coastal town of Kinsale, Co. Cork, stands a family legacy: a centuries-old mill house that has been lovingly transformed into a […]
Bangor Home – June 2024 – Issue 346

Crafting Elegance In Bangor, Co. Down, this exquisite family home bears the hallmark of meticulous craftsmanship, courtesy of Belfast’s esteemed Atelier Interior Design. Every corner of this home has been beautifully curated thanks to bespoke joinery and custom-crafted furnishings. [dropcap style=”square”]A[/dropcap] relaxed, timeless look to cater to family life made up the bulk of the […]