Hillsborough Home – June 2026 – Issue 370
A Return with Intent In Hillsborough, a detached two-storey home follows a sense of continuity. Originally designed by Beaufort Interiors in the 1980s, the property has now been reworked for a new chapter, with Managing Director Trevor Wilson leading the transformation. [dropcap style=”square”]T[/dropcap]his project was actually a returning client,’ Trevor begins. Four decades ago, his […]
Dublin Home – June 2026 – Issue 370
A Light-Filled Reinvention This Edwardian home redesign is a confident reworking of a period property, where modern living has been introduced with confidence by Cooling Design. [dropcap style=”square”]E[/dropcap]mma Cooling from Cooling Design reflects on a project that manages to feel both loyal to its heritage and proudly modern. With a reworked extension, a reimagined layout […]
June 2026 – Issue 370
[dropcap style=”square”]J[/dropcap]une always feels like a turning point in the year – the days stretch a little longer, and suddenly life moves outdoors. It’s the start of an (all too fleeting) period that invites us to make the most of our gardens – as well as our homes – and this issue is filled with […]
Gardening – May 2026 – Issue 369
Wild by Design Gardening guru Conrad McCormick explains how to make your garden a haven for wildlife, without compromising on aesthetics. [dropcap style=”square”]W[/dropcap]ildlife gardening sometimes suffers from an image problem. Mention it, and many people picture something slightly chaotic. A lawn left to grow knee high, a few well-meaning bug hotels nailed to a fence, […]
Leitrim Area Focus – May 2026 – Issue 369
Linger in Leitrim From the best views to the best pints, here are our top picks of places to visit in Co. Leitrim. [dropcap style=”square”]L[/dropcap]ough Glencar, but known to locals as Glencar Lake, is a truly scenic and tranquil location. Famous for its fishing, it is a 3km-long, 750-metre-wide freshwater lake that is hugged by […]
Cookery – May 2026 – Issue 369
Foxford Cafe Cookbook Discover the nutritious, simple and seasonal dishes of Foxford Cafe and head chef Kathleen Flavin. [dropcap style=”square”]S[/dropcap]ince joining nearly two decades ago, head chef Kathleen Flavin and her skilled team have transformed Foxford Cafe into a renowned culinary destination. At the heart of Kathleen’s approach is a commitment to creating wholesome, straightforward, […]
Meeting The Brief – May 2026 – Issue 369
Meeting The Brief Interior designer Nicole Kellet helped to turn this showroom into a luxurious and welcoming space that is ready for family life. [dropcap style=”square”]N[/dropcap]estled within the tree-lined demesne of Killeen Castle in Co. Meath, Loughmore Wood is an exclusive enclave of just 19 detached five-bedroom homes. The development is surrounded by mature woodland, […]
Outdoors – May 2026 – Issue 369
Patio Paradise To make the most of your patio or garden area, treat it as an outdoor extension of your home, focusing on comfort, lighting, and natural elements to create a comfortable and functional space. [dropcap style=”square”]K[/dropcap]athryn McNaught, Development Director at Urban Choice gives us her expert advice when it comes to deciding what outdoor […]
Flooring – May 2026 – Issue 369
Designing From The Floor Up Flooring is the largest uninterrupted surface in most interiors, and yet, it’s the one surface that people treat like an afterthought. [dropcap style=”square”]P[/dropcap]aint samples are agonised over. Sofas are auditioned like stage actors. And coffee table books are carefully positioned to look as if they had just been set down […]
Furnishings – May 2026 – Issue 369
Setting The Tone It’s the time of year to let the light into our homes. [dropcap style=”square”]S[/dropcap]pring means longer days – and more lovely, natural light. So make the most of it! Swap heavy winter curtains for airy voiles, throw open the windows, and let your rooms breathe. If you’ve got a window that’s not […]
Lisburn Home – May 2026 – Issue 369
Effortlessly Layered A collaboration between the homeowners and designer Orlagh Connor, this home in Lisburn is thoughtfully curated in a classic, timeless style that feels quietly modern. [dropcap style=”square”]A[/dropcap] thoughtful new build designed for a family, this five-bedroom home is all about carefully layered materials and bespoke design details. Interior designer Orlagh Connor of OCO […]
Cork Home – May 2026 – Issue 369
Sea Change at Ballymaloe Cottage Just outside Midleton, Co Cork, Susanne and Max have transformed an 1860s cottage into a warm family home and guesthouse, mixing handmade furniture, travel treasures and thoughtful design that respects the building’s past while embracing a lifestyle for today. [dropcap style=”square”]S[/dropcap]urrounded by a large mature garden, this detached home is […]