No headspace at home? Here's how to create a Me zoneLiving in close quarters due to coronavirus lockdown may change how we see our homesSat Jun 13 2020 - 06:00
How to get the most out of a post-lockdown refurbSort It: There are good reasons for going ahead with your home renovation plansFri Jun 05 2020 - 06:00
Paint the lockdown blues away: How to get a professional finishFrom preparing the room to picking the right colour for inside and outside your homeFri May 15 2020 - 06:00
Now is the time for that wardrobe detoxSort It: A closet clear-out can seem daunting, so where is the best place to start?Fri May 01 2020 - 06:00
Now is the perfect time to plan a home refurb, here's whyWhy not use the lockdown to identify what works and what needs improving?Fri Apr 10 2020 - 00:00
Don’t do it on the kitchen table and 7 more tips for working from homeThere is nothing more stressful than clutter, so an organised space is essentialSat Mar 28 2020 - 06:00
How to successfully build on a large garden siteKey considerations include consulting neighbours and felling mature treesFri Mar 06 2020 - 06:00
In praise of the boiling water tap ... and other great appliancesThese appliances, from quiet machines to steam ovens, could change your lifeThu Feb 13 2020 - 06:00
Renovating? Here are seven ways to make your home more energy efficientGlobal warming is affecting everyone, and we all like to feel we are doing our bit to helpFri Jan 24 2020 - 06:00
Four ways to lessen the stress of a home refurbBudgeting for and choosing the correct fixtures and fittings can be a fraught process that requires careful planningFri Dec 06 2019 - 00:00
Pane management: How to get your choice of windows rightThe pros and cons of steel, aluminium, timber, UPVC and Alu-Clad framesFri Nov 15 2019 - 06:00
Four steps to follow for picking the right colour for your homeGo with your gut and focus on how it makes you feel, rather than how it looksFri Nov 01 2019 - 00:00
Five ways to make your interiors stylishly ‘flow’Sort it: choose complementary colours and a unifying base to ensure your rooms connectFri Sept 20 2019 - 06:00
Should it stay or should it go? Domestic fixtures worth keepingTimber flooring is one thing most people try to refresh rather than replaceFri Sept 06 2019 - 06:00
Anatomy of a refurb: how to get the most out of €100,000Taking a budget of €100,000 here’s how to – realistically – divide it up to get the best resultThu Aug 08 2019 - 07:17
The Goldilocks guide to the perfect room sizeSort it: Follow these guidelines to ensure you maximise the space in your homeFri Jul 12 2019 - 08:35
Savings, quality and speed on a refurb? You’ll never get all threeFigure out which of the criteria you won’t compromise on, and then plan your projectFri Jun 28 2019 - 00:00
Three things to consider before any home improvement projectIn advance of the work, agree the cost, make all your decisions and nail down the designFri Apr 19 2019 - 06:00
It’s not me it’s you: Five reasons we fall out of love with our homesThink about the future when planning projects but don’t neglect the small stuffThu Feb 14 2019 - 06:00
Refurb lessons? What the architect learnedDenise O'Connor learned so much from her own refurb that it changed the way she advises clientsFri Feb 01 2019 - 00:00
Home truths: Seven tips to get the most out of your architectTake out the risk of run-ins with your architect during your build or renovationsTue Dec 18 2018 - 06:00
Six ways to keep your home refurbishment on trackSort It: Follow these steps to simplify a renovation project, so it doesn’t overwhelm youThu Oct 18 2018 - 00:00
Home refurb without breaking the bankSort It: Off-the-shelf products and phased work can help keep budget in checkFri Aug 24 2018 - 06:00
Get into the garden: eight ways to tackle the outdoor spaceSort It: Spring has sprung, it's time to transform that neglected outdoor spaceFri Apr 20 2018 - 06:00
Six misleading refurb tips that won’t save you cashSort It: Including why you should tell a builder, architect or designer how much you have to spendFri Mar 30 2018 - 06:00
From burnt coral to leather tables: 2018 design trends revealedLast year’s blush pink and jewel tones make way for more muted shadesWed Feb 07 2018 - 14:15
A room by room guide to getting the light right in your homeLet there be light: There are four key ways to light a home, our expert advisesThu Jan 25 2018 - 06:00
Eight design tricks for small space livingSort it: Making the most of your space will help to create a home that feels more openThu Nov 09 2017 - 05:00
How the starter home died – and how it can be resuscitatedA UK firm built compact apartments for young Londoners. Could that work here?Thu Sept 14 2017 - 09:32
Eight rules for choosing the right colour for your homeBland is banned – being bold with your choices can raise the value of your houseWed Aug 30 2017 - 17:00
Five reasons why you shouldn’t rule out removing a chimneyMajor structural changes can be daunting, but removing a fireplace can be straightforward and yield great resultsThu Apr 13 2017 - 06:00
Seven reasons to use an architect when renovatingA good architect will save you money and guide you through the processThu Mar 16 2017 - 00:00
Nine things to look out for when buying a houseVisit the house you want with an impartial builder or architect for an objective opinionMon Feb 27 2017 - 13:00
'Beautiful and unusual pieces for your home - online inspiration'Interiors ideas are everywhere online, from Houzz, to Pinterest to unique design websites. You just need to know where to goMon Feb 20 2017 - 00:00
Forget grey interiors, this year it's about blush and greenThe Paris design show was ablaze with bold colours including blush and greenWed Feb 01 2017 - 00:00
Get smart with integrated technology at homeSecure, high-speed broadband is critical to the performance of devices such as thermostats and security systemsThu Jan 19 2017 - 01:00
Sort it: When doing a home makeover, keep it timelessIn a busy year for home improvements kitchens and bathrooms ruled the roostThu Dec 15 2016 - 00:00
Cheap and easy steps to making your home cosyThe Danish lifesyle concept ‘hygge’ is taking the world by storm for obvious reasonsMon Nov 21 2016 - 16:00
Choosing the right extractor for the heart of your homeYour kitchen lay-out will dictate whether a ducted or recirculation system is best for youThu Nov 10 2016 - 00:00
Sort It: Fireplaces don’t need to be wasteful to feel authenticThe alternatives to open fires are increasingly attractive as well as eco-efficientThu Oct 27 2016 - 00:00
Sort it: Walk-in wardrobes can lead to a world of differenceOpinions vary on whether to go for closed or open shelving. A mix of the two is bestMon Oct 03 2016 - 00:01
Renovate in haste, repent at leisurePhase your home extension or renovation only if your budget dictates such an approachWed Sept 21 2016 - 03:00
Take a little time before you refurbLive in your home for a while and make much better plans for modificationsWed Sept 07 2016 - 14:30
Think smart technology for your homeMany of the best products are in the area of home securityThu Aug 25 2016 - 00:00
How to choose the right building contractorAlways seek recommendations of trusted sourcesThu Jul 21 2016 - 01:00
Turn your garden space into the great outdoorsWith some proper planning and investment, your outdoor space can be an extension of living areaThu Jul 07 2016 - 05:42
5 home improvement details that make all the differenceSkirting boards, architraves, handles - these are the small things that really matterWed Jun 29 2016 - 05:45
Turn your dream into a workable designIt’s important to have a good rapport with the professional you choose to build your homeThu Jun 16 2016 - 05:30
Pain-free flat roofs are easy to achieveThere are three main flat-roof systems: rubber, fibreglass and torch-on feltThu Jun 02 2016 - 05:24
Refurbishing is not just about pretty thingsWhen doing a renovation, remember to plan everything to suit your lifeThu May 19 2016 - 05:24
