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Blending function with form, here’s the latest take on farmhouse decor to update your space (Briony Ace/PA)

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The rise of modern urban country style

Are you ready to embrace country living but with the benefits of being a townie?Turns out you’re not alone… and this is where the shift towards modern urban country decor differs from countrycore; particularly the nostalgic aesthetic and whimsy ...

<p>Some timber battens, a small saw, a level, tape and paint. Panelling offers even virgin DIY enthusiasts an economical way to elevate their walls. Picture: iStock</p>

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Is the interior trend of wall panelling coming to an end in 2026?

<p>Harrison Gardner, and right, exterior of the home he shares with his family in Co Clare.</p>

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See inside Harrison Gardner's family home in Co Clare

See how an Irish designer reimagined a London department store for luxury apartment living

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See how an Irish designer reimagined a London department store for luxury apartment living

The best bathroom storage solutions, buys and out-of-sight hacks

home and gardens

The best bathroom storage solutions, buys and out-of-sight hacks

Wish List: Luxe lighting, pink power bars and rocking horses for teddy bears

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Wish List: Luxe lighting, pink power bars and rocking horses for teddy bears

Jennifer Sheahan: Custom joinery and built-in furniture can transform your home

Jennifer Sheahan: Custom joinery and built-in furniture can transform your home

Jennifer Sheahan shares how to know when it's worth investing in custom joinery and built-in furniture

Wed, 25 Mar, 2026

Home of the Year: Inside the Dublin apartment and Cork house through to the final

Home of the Year: Inside the Dublin apartment and Cork house through to the final

Both earn a perfect 10 from Hugh Wallace, while Armagh architect-homeowner earns praise for her landscape-inspired family residence

Tue, 24 Mar, 2026

Amanda Holden at the Britain's Got Talent photocall at Ham Yard Hotel, central London. Picture date: Thursday February 12, 2026.

Amanda Holden: ‘There’s an argument for playing it safe – but that’s not my taste’

Speaking about her love of interior decor, the TV personality and actor says we can all make bold colour choices work in our homes

Mon, 23 Mar, 2026

Interior designer Sara Cosgrove's recipe for the perfect kitchen

Interior designer Sara Cosgrove's recipe for the perfect kitchen

Home Editor Eve Kelliher discovers what the pros consider to be the smartest ingredients for renovation success in the hub of the house

Fri, 20 Mar, 2026

Clash and create: Decorating with antique furniture and timeless period pieces

Clash and create: Decorating with antique furniture and timeless period pieces

Kya deLongchamps looks at five vintage and antique possibilities to introduce to a contemporary interior

Fri, 20 Mar, 2026

Jennifer Sheahan: Here's how I choose furniture for a home

Jennifer Sheahan: Here's how I choose furniture for a home

'The problem is rarely a lack of nice furniture. Usually, the pieces simply haven’t been chosen to work together, or the room hasn’t been thought through before the shopping started'

Wed, 18 Mar, 2026

Step back in time in Victorian living space

Step back in time in Victorian living space

Home Editor Eve Kelliher talks to Sean Hickey about his 'Great House Revival' experience

Sat, 14 Mar, 2026

Look inside the Kerry coastal house sailing into RTÉ's Home of the Year final

Look inside the Kerry coastal house sailing into RTÉ's Home of the Year final

Toni and Fionán’s light-filled residence is a fusion of South African and Irish design elements

Tue, 10 Mar, 2026

Couple carrying a couch while moving into their new home

Sweep into action: How to spring-clean your home

From podcasts to prime polish recipes, here's your guide to making that whole-house cleaning blitz bearable and — whisper it — fun

Thu, 05 Mar, 2026

Revealed: Electrical buys that will transform your home this season

Revealed: Electrical buys that will transform your home this season

From hard-floor cleaners to counter heroes and from super smart toasters and awe-inspiring air fryers to electric ranges, these are our top picks

Wed, 04 Mar, 2026

RTÉ Home of the Year: Inside the 'joyful, playful' first property through to the final

RTÉ Home of the Year: Inside the 'joyful, playful' first property through to the final

Judges reward garden-focused Kildare home as golden key twist reshapes race to 2026 final

Tue, 03 Mar, 2026

Modern curved 4K UltraHD TV

Home Q&A: If I buy a 4K or 8K television, what quality of picture do I get?

When you buy the TV, you are certainly going to enjoy high-definition, typical to most channels of 1080p, but without a subscription covering 4K, you won’t normally be receiving 4K picture resolution

Tue, 03 Mar, 2026

Dishwashing

Life Hack: How to clean stainless steel sinks, pots, and cutlery

You're bound to have plenty of stainless steel items in the kitchen- here's how to keep them at their best.

Sat, 28 Feb, 2026

Peter Irvine: 'We live in the most normal-looking semi-detached house, but inside, it’s a different story!'

Peter Irvine: 'We live in the most normal-looking semi-detached house, but inside, it’s a different story!'

Home Editor Eve Kelliher discovers why the interior designer and TV star believes social media made his dreams come true

Fri, 27 Feb, 2026

Jennifer Sheahan: Your lighting and electrical layout can transform your home

Jennifer Sheahan: Your lighting and electrical layout can transform your home

For first-time renovators, choosing where to place switches, sockets and wiring will take place earlier than you think. Once plaster goes up, it's often too late to decide

Wed, 25 Feb, 2026

How clever design can make a tiny home feel more expensive than a larger property

How clever design can make a tiny home feel more expensive than a larger property

Designer Julia Kendell shows we can ensure a compact home feels richer and more luxurious than its 'poorly planned' larger counterpart

Wed, 25 Feb, 2026

Retro living room

Home Q&A: What's the best way to repair wallpaper rips and scuffs?

I’ve found a few rips in the wallpaper in the hallway, the two main ones at the seams. There are also light scuffs on the other surfaces

Mon, 23 Feb, 2026

Save or Splurge: We switch on two fabulous floor-lamp designs

Save or Splurge: We switch on two fabulous floor-lamp designs

Floor-lamp designs based on vintage standard lamps are trending

Mon, 23 Feb, 2026

Five of the best Instagram accounts for small-space interior design inspiration

Five of the best Instagram accounts for small-space interior design inspiration

With a little planning, even the tiniest space can feel roomier, and sometimes a scroll before bedtime can help generate ideas

Sat, 21 Feb, 2026

Ikea's wellbeing pro shares the secret to successful home rituals

Ikea's wellbeing pro shares the secret to successful home rituals

From figuring out what we want from our rooms and our day to zoning, Katie McCrory helps to unlock the potential for renewing our sense of pleasure in our living space

Wed, 18 Feb, 2026

Spring fragrances for Irish homes: Expert tips for a fresh new season

Spring fragrances for Irish homes: Expert tips for a fresh new season

It’s the time of year for freshening up the home, with scented candles and diffusers being a popular part

Wed, 18 Feb, 2026

Professional staging: Meet the Irish woman helping properties sell faster for more

Professional staging: Meet the Irish woman helping properties sell faster for more

Eve Kelliher discovers what a typical day is like for Dara Carey

Sun, 15 Feb, 2026

Interior design: Three must-reads to inspire spring home revamps

Interior design: Three must-reads to inspire spring home revamps

We help you open a new chapter to get projects underway by checking out the best of the new and classic publications on the shelves

Sat, 14 Feb, 2026

Amanda Holden: 'My collection is a reflection of me and my style'

Amanda Holden: 'My collection is a reflection of me and my style'

It's London calling as Home Editor Eve Kelliher enjoys a preview of the actor and broadcaster's new furniture range

Sat, 07 Feb, 2026

How Bridgerton can fire up a sizzling spring home interiors makeover

How Bridgerton can fire up a sizzling spring home interiors makeover

No doubt about it, we are loving our regencycore, mixing the elegance of Georgian design with modern maximalism

Sat, 07 Feb, 2026

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