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'I was determined to have a velvet green sofa': Cliona shares her retro-inspired living room in Howth
Cliona is a big fan of midcentury modern design.
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Nov 9th 2020, 5:56 PM
No purchase needed: The 20-minute guide to bringing a worn-out sofa back to its prime
Laura de Barra has some hacks for bringing a saggy, lumpy couch back to its best.
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Nov 9th 2020, 5:55 PM
Get The Look: 6 high street items inspired by Aoife's calm and cool-toned living space
Aoife had a strict budget when decorating the space.
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Nov 9th 2020, 5:54 PM
'My partner did the tiling and flooring': Ciara's budget-friendly home redesign in Dublin 15
Ciara and Patrick moved into their three-bed in May of this year.
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Nov 9th 2020, 5:53 PM
It's the little things: 7 interior design tricks to instantly make your rooms feel more luxurious
Level up your space, without levelling up your budget.
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Nov 9th 2020, 5:53 PM
Stress-free mornings: These Balbriggan homes have four schools within walking distance
There are a range of primary and secondary schools close to Taylor Hill.
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Nov 9th 2020, 4:27 PM
'The chopping board wall is my favourite part': Kate shares her new-build kitchen in Wicklow
Kate had the boards made by a local company.
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Nov 2nd 2020, 5:41 PM
Get The Look: 6 budget-friendly buys inspired by Ashling's cosy and chic bedroom
Thinking of updating your bedroom for winter? Take Ashling’s room as inspiration.
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Nov 2nd 2020, 5:40 PM
'We turned the old dining room into an office': Barbara's home that mixes work and play
Each room in Barbara’s Dublin home was designed with her family’s personal tastes in mind.
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Nov 2nd 2020, 5:40 PM
Home clutter culprits: 10 big and small items it's probably time to say goodbye to
From old tech to that broken vacuum cleaner, Laura de Barra shares her must-go list.
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Nov 2nd 2020, 5:38 PM
Laptop looking lonely? Under-€20 interiors buys to warm up your home desk for winter
If you’re facing into many more months working from home, here’s how to liven up your space.
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Nov 2nd 2020, 5:37 PM
Convenience, nature and community: Find what Kildare has to offer and check out 2 new developments
Kildare offers something for families of all ages and stages of life.
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Nov 2nd 2020, 12:49 PM
'Our tiler loved us!': Noelle shares her eye-catching kitchen with herringbone flooring
Accents of gold and pastels add drama to this open plan space.
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Oct 23rd 2020, 6:08 PM
6 hardy houseplants for anyone who's terrible at keeping plants alive
Here’s how to bring some picture-perfect plant life into your home, without (too much) hard work.
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Oct 23rd 2020, 6:08 PM
Get The Look: 6 online buys inspired by Joanne's colour-clashing spare bedroom
Love bold colour combos, like Joanne? Here’s how to steal her style.
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Oct 23rd 2020, 6:07 PM
'I wanted the décor to be fun for the kids too': Susan's home with rabbit lamps and orangutan tables
Animation producer Susan has brought some of the creativity of her work through to her family home.
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Oct 23rd 2020, 6:04 PM
7 interiors items we saw a lot more of in 2020 - from bamboo chairs to home desks
Louise Dockery takes a look at the 2020 trends that have already made their mark.
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Oct 23rd 2020, 6:04 PM
Village life with easy city access: Check out these new family homes from €299,950
Silver Banks is a 45-minute drive to Dublin city, but you’ll find plenty of amenities within walking distance too.
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Oct 23rd 2020, 3:05 PM
'This room feels like another living space': Aga shares her family-friendly kitchen in Galway
Aga wanted an open-plan kitchen that was both spacious and cosy.
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Oct 19th 2020, 5:17 PM
Clear up the coats and hide the cables: Smart ways to use hooks around your home
The helpful hook how-to you didn’t know you needed, from Laura de Barra.
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Oct 19th 2020, 5:16 PM
Get The Look: 6 interiors buys to recreate Roisin's nature-inspired bedroom
Feeling green fingered yourself? Here’s how to steal Roisin’s style.
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Oct 19th 2020, 5:16 PM
'You can see for miles from the viewing area': Katie's self-build home in the Mayo countryside
Katie and her fiancé spent three years designing and building their country home.
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Oct 19th 2020, 5:15 PM
Wool throws and jewel-toned cushions: 8 under-€30 pieces to add winter warmth to your living room
Shut the curtains, light the fire and bed in for the evening with these cosy pieces.
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Oct 19th 2020, 5:14 PM
'The gallery wall was a lockdown project': Orla shares her multi-functional modern kitchen
Orla warmed up the open-plan space with navy cabinets.
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Oct 12th 2020, 5:38 PM
No stains, no cracks, no warping: How to properly clean a wooden chopping board
First up, step away from the dishwasher, says Laura de Barra.
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Oct 12th 2020, 5:37 PM
Get The Look: 6 high street buys to recreate Alannah's California-inspired living area
Alannah went for browns, oranges and a ‘pop of Palm Springs pink’. Here’s how to steal her style.
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Oct 12th 2020, 5:37 PM
'I love it when all six of us are together in the evenings': Inside Áine's inviting family bungalow
Áine and her husband recently renovated the property, which has a ‘rich family legacy’.
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Oct 12th 2020, 5:37 PM
How to get your bedroom winter ready - from cosy comforters to laid-back lighting
Emily Westbrooks shares the products and design fixes that’ll have you feeling right at home all winter long.
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Oct 12th 2020, 5:37 PM
'In the evening we have the blinds closed and the fire blazing': Declan shares his warm and welcoming lounge
Declan describes his style as ‘classic country cottage’.
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Oct 5th 2020, 6:08 PM
Bought new garden furniture this summer? Here's how to mind it once winter arrives
Laura de Barra shares her tips for storing and maintaining your outdoor bits and pieces.
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Oct 5th 2020, 6:08 PM
Get The Look: 6 budget-friendly buys to recreate Monika's modern dining area
Monika loves ‘mixing timeless design from the past with modern influences.’
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Oct 5th 2020, 6:07 PM
'We doubled the size of the original house': Inside Keara's transformed three-bed in Meath
Keara and her husband started a six-month renovation project in 2017.
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Oct 5th 2020, 6:07 PM
6 home maintenance dilemmas you can easily tackle yourself - and a few best left to the experts
From fixing taps to hanging shelves, here’s our around-the-house cheat sheet.
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Oct 5th 2020, 6:06 PM
Brand new four-beds close to the sea from €465k in North Dublin
A limited number of four-bed properties are available at Semple Woods.
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Oct 5th 2020, 12:45 PM
'There's no space that isn't used': Siobhan shares her cosy kitchen corner
Siobhan bought the dresser second-hand and painted it mustard.
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Sep 28th 2020, 5:01 PM
Get The Look: 6 interiors buys inspired by Lisa's autumnal living room
Lisa wanted the room to be cosy – and suitable for her three-year-old.
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Sep 28th 2020, 5:00 PM
'We can go anywhere from here': Family homes close to whatever you need in Navan
The drive from Navan to Dublin city is just 45 minutes.
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Sep 28th 2020, 4:59 PM
How to load a dishwasher properly... according to someone who actually knows
Laura de Barra is here to settle those dishwasher disputes forever.
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Sep 25th 2020, 5:03 PM
'Sunny mornings with a cup of tea are bliss': Inside Yasmina's refurbished 1970s home in Meath
A room-by-room refinishing is paying off in this bright and stylish home.
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Sep 25th 2020, 5:02 PM
'A splash of sophistication': Irish designers share their must-haves from IKEA's new collection
From cabinets to carpets, drawers to doors, we’ve sifted through IKEA’s latest to bring you these top picks.
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