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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

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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

# working nine to five

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

# bang on trend

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

# shelter from the storm

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

# snug as a bug

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

# to diy for

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

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'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