Jennifer Sheahan: My top five interior design books

Gift ideas for the home enthusiasts in your life

Books are always an excellent gift. The living area in Jen Sheahan's home in Rathmines. Photo: Moya Nolan

A book is such a foolproof gift. They’re just the right balance of personal yet universal. There are bookshops everywhere, so it’s easy to pop out and get one last minute. 

You can easily tailor your choice to the recipient, and if you want to add a finishing touch, a handwritten note inside the front cover with a line about why you chose it for them is an easy but incredibly thoughtful gesture.