Room for improvement: Do you need to ‘do up’ your home to sell it?
If you’re thinking of selling your home, renovation is sometimes – but not always – the way to go
Renovate Special Report
Slow uptake makes 2030 home energy retrofit targets challenging
Even with generous SEAI grants, bringing a home’s energy rating up to standard is too expensive for many
Maximalism is back but there’s no need to lose the run of yourself
Keep a classic base so you can add and remove furniture and accessories as trends change, writes Deanna O’Connor
Renovations on the rise as more Irish homeowners decide to stay put
Market forces mean people are choosing affordable improvements, with bathroom revamps ‘huge’
Indoor conveniences – just how smart can your home be?
The answer is very smart indeed, though the trick is to create a smart home that works for you, not against you
The right light used in the right place can transform a room
If the ‘task lighting’ is spot on, the next key thing about lighting your home is creating perfect ambience
Solar panels lighten the load for homeowners and the environment
Grants available for solar PV systems mean outlay costs can be recovered surprisingly quickly
Deck vs patio: What’s best for making the most of your outside space?
Before you decide which to install in your garden, consider cost, sustainability and maintenance
Why an attic conversion is your stairway to extra space and comfort
If you want to expand your home’s habitable space, the best and often cheapest way is to convert the attic
Location is where it’s at when it comes to designing a dream kitchen
Does a hob go on an island or a peninsula? Is the kitchen even in the right place? Two experts offer direction
Eco-friendliness now a key factor in renovating homes, inside and out
How do we go about making improvements to our home that have the least impact possible on the planet?
Home is where the smart is with heat system that adapts to your needs
MELCloud integrates with smart homes to control Mitsubishi Electric Ireland’s Ecodan heating appliances via the internet
Making the most of what you already have
Extensions are still in demand but more people are prioritising functionality over size, writes Denise O’Connor
The retrofitting race: Demand is rising for cost-effective and environmentally-friendly living spaces
More property owners will need to retrofit to meet Government target of retrofitting 500,000 homes by 2030
Stuck for space? Here’s how to make the most of living in a small home
Making the most of a small living space can involve creating mystery, an illusion of height and opportunities for storage
Should I stay or should I go?
The decision to renovate or move involves a lot more than a simple financial calculation
Room by room, the top interior design trends for 2023
From luxury hotel-inspired bedrooms to cosy living rooms, here are the latest influences on interior design
Playing it safe (but not too safe)
Three experts tell us how to make interiors choices that will stand the test of time
‘Living on a building site is a recipe for chaos’
There are ways to minimise stress when extending your home , writes Edel Corrigan
The American interiors dream
We are just as likely to copy interiors we’ve seen in LA as on the Longmile Road
Just because furniture is functional does not mean it has to look bad
Modern interiors benefit from great design, as form marries function to produce useful and beautiful pieces
Don’t want to move? Extending or converting adds room plus value
Increasing the size of your home by building on or repurposing existing space can make financial sense
A garden room is not just a shed with notions
Many garden rooms boast all the creature comforts of the main house and are fitted out to a similar level of comfort
When to extend your home – and why you probably need an architect
The pandemic has concentrated homeowners’ minds on their living spaces
Doing it up or moving on out
It’s expensive to move but the costs of extending may outweigh the price of trading up
Selling your home? Here is how to show it in its best light
To maximise the value of your home, declutter it and replace jaded items
Home retrofits: A guide to costs, grants, time frames and best ways to approach the project
Many homeowners are avoiding deep retrofits and opting for a step-by-step approach
Save yourself some stress
House renovations can be one of the most stressful life events you will ever have to endure
Designer’s renovated cottage where Cork meets California cool
Cathy Angelini unleashed her highly eclectic style on her 100-year-old bungalow
Five things to consider to create a chic home office
Space, light, ergonomics, materials and colours are key, experts say
Keep those mouldy spots at bay
The best way to avoid mould is to let fresh air into your house and then keep it warm
Retro has never been so trendy, so why not take the plunge?
Permanent tsb Ideal Home Show a chance to run the rule over home energy upgrade scheme
Five interiors trends to consider when renovating
There’s been a sea change in home decor following a decade of grey ruling
Portobello revamp: ‘When people say you will go over budget, listen’
Every inch of this terraced property has been cleverly used and utilised to its fullest
Comfort is king for Irish homeowners when it comes to improvements
The waiting lists are getting longer as owners invest heavily in improving their homes
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