Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen Continues His Search for NI’s House of The Year | Industry Insider
Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen has been adorning our homes and screens from 30 years and in this episode of IHIL, we chat to him about his continued search to discover Northern Ireland’s next House Of The Year. In this BBC six-part series, 15 homes are competing for one of five places in the grand final where they […]
Inside a Broader Picture with Hannah Mackay | Behind the Brand
IHIL interviews Hannah Mackay, co-owner of A Broader Picture found on the promenade of Portstewart on Ireland’s beautiful North Coast. Established in 1998 as a small craft shop, over the years A Broader Picture has evolved into a contemporary lifestyle shop with an interesting selection of furniture, textiles, lighting and homeware sourced both close to […]
Understanding the Gender Housing Gap with Claire Towe of Meet Margo | Industry Insider
In this episode of Ireland’s Homes Interiors & Living podcast, we are joined by co-founder of Meet Margo, Claire Towe. On a mission to break down the barriers women face in homeownership, Claire and podcast host Sara chat about the origins of the app (your go-to location that offers free tailored mortgage and protection advice), […]
Gardening – March 2026 – Issue 367
The Art of Layering Our gardening guru Conrad McCormick explains how to add depth and interest with clever layering. [dropcap style=”square”]T[/dropcap]he most compelling gardens are not flat compositions, but spaces built in layers of height, texture and foliage. By thinking in terms of canopy, mid-layer and ground cover, even the simplest plot can be transformed […]
Health & Wellbeing – March 2026 – Issue 367
A Combined Effort From luxury serums to cult moisturisers, professionals say even the best skincare can fail if it’s applied in the wrong order – or combined incorrectly. [dropcap style=”square”]S[/dropcap]kincare works best as a system, not a collection of hero products used in isolation. When products are layered incorrectly or mixed without understanding how they […]
Kilkenny Area Focus – March 2026 – Issue 367
Keep up with Kilkenny From the best views to the best pints, here are our top picks of places to visit in Co. Kilkenny. [dropcap style=”square”]T[/dropcap]he town of Graignamanagh, or Gráig na Manach, which poetically translates to ‘Village of the Monks,’ sits on the River Barrow at the foot of Brandon Hill. At its heart […]
Cookery – March 2026 – Issue 367
My Irish Kitchen Table Eunice Power brings new energy to everyday cooking with her debut cookbook. [dropcap style=”square”]T[/dropcap]he kitchen table is at the centre of Irish life – a place we gather in good times and bad, to find comfort, nourishment and good conversation. In her first cookbook, culinary powerhouse Eunice Power celebrates that space […]
Interior Dilemma – March 2026 – Issue 367
I have a period-style home but I like contemporary design. How can I bring the two together? Interiors Association member Jackie Carton offers her expert advice. [dropcap style=”square”]I[/dropcap]t’s perfectly possible to integrate modern design with a traditionally styled building, but it takes skill and imagination to make it work! This is where an interior designer […]
Seating – March 2026 – Issue 367
Soft Minimalism Seating ideas for this interior style. [dropcap style=”square”]I[/dropcap]n the interior style of Soft Minimalism, the star of the room is the seating. This is the sculptural anchor. Think rounded generous sofas, low and almost blocky armchair silhouettes, colours that blend with the chosen palette, and furniture not pressed flat against the wall. When […]
Lighting – March 2026 – Issue 367
Light Matters Show off your home to its full potential with the right lighting choices. [dropcap style=”square”]W[/dropcap]hether you’re creating a home office or making use of a multi-purpose space, it’s important to create an environment which feels comfortable and productive if you work from home. Lighting plays a crucial part in this, so it’s wise […]
Hampstead Home – March 2026 – Issue 367
A Local Design Eye in Leafy Hampstead Kathryn Porter Interiors, a Northern Ireland-based design house, was called upon to transform this London property and the result is a palette of soft colours, deep accents, curved edges and unmistakable depth. When Kathryn Porter stepped into a detached 3,500 square foot home in Hampstead Garden Suburb, she […]
Dublin Home – March 2026 – Issue 367
Elite Coastal Living Considered, packed with wow moments, and articulate in interior philosophies, this Co. Dublin home is the stuff of dreams for those who love modern living intertwined with elite design choices. What you see here is a remarkable architectural and interior transformation of a coastal property, rich in history yet high on modern […]