See how this Cork family created a patio paradise at their home 

Taking the indoors outdoors can work well even in unpredictable Irish weather. We visit a home in Riverstick to see how it's done

Barry and Nicole Reid with their children Gwyn and Eva. Pictures: Larry Cummins

Being an interiors snoop by profession had me longing to return to the home of Nicole and Barry Reid near Belgooly, Co Cork, to see how their restored and extended country cottage had developed into phase two, the garden project.

Last time I visited, I remember negotiating my way around remnants of building rubble and puddles before entering the gorgeous airy interior which is the design handiwork of Nicole who happens to be co-owner of the gorgeous Cork-based home interiors boutique Interiosity.