Why you should choose your furniture before renovating your home
Here are some of the key ways furniture can help shape better design decisions
Irish homes can feel stuffy in warmer weather. But there are simple ways to help it feel cooler
Houses designed to retain heat in colder months can quickly become stuffy and uncomfortable as temperatures rise
Small gardens: A designer’s top tips on how to make best of the space
Designer Denise O’Connor: With a bit of creative thinking, it’s possible to get more from the space you have
Why planning is so important for your home renovation
People frequently underestimate the impact and the cost of smaller, less obvious decisions
How to decide on the best design to improve your home
It’s important to understand what’s viable – and that means being clear about your budget
How to get your home layout right from the start
Spatial configuration is a key area of renovation where compromise rarely pays off
Managing your own home renovation? Here’s what you need to know
Interior designer Denise O’Connor shares her tried and tested tips
These are the things you can’t afford to be precious about when it comes to a home renovation
Striving for perfection often causes more problems than it solves
Five most common interior design mistakes and what to do instead
Bad lighting, lack of contrast and bland colours are among pitfalls to avoid
A designer’s tips on building the garden of your dreams
With some careful thought and a clear plan, even the simplest garden can be transformed
A guide to quick home maintenance fixes that avoid future costly repairs
How to keep on top of things to prevent more disruptive work later on
How to make the most of open-plan spaces in your home
A good layout allows multiple activities to coexist without friction
Home design set to shift from perfection to comfort and individuality in 2026
Tide is turning away from perfection towards design that feels more tailored to your taste
How to plan your kitchen around your lifestyle
Tips to help you plan a kitchen that supports you, whatever stage of life you’re at
Brighten up winter by adding colour to your home
Interior designer’s tips on how to give your home the lift it needs to carry you through the season