IEC: Search - Irish Examiner

SEARCH

Total results: 190

Page 7 of 10

<p>The Ideal Home Show takes place the RDS twice a year.</p>

Revealed: 2024's must-visit home, interiors and build shows

Home of the Year winner Jennifer Sheahan has visited all the events below over the years. She shares her recommendations

Wed, 27 Dec, 2023

<p>Pocket doors help hide appliances in Jennifer Sheahan's kitchen. Picture: Moya Nolan</p>

Jennifer Sheahan: I have a tiny kitchen but my countertops are clutter-free. Here's how

For those appliances you use frequently, you need quick access to make life easier. These are the cleverest solutions I've seen

Sun, 02 Feb, 2025

<p>Liris rechargeable table lamp by Gejst from Lamp Masters.</p>

Jennifer Sheahan: Rechargeable lights change our homes and our lives

Advances in battery capacity and smart-home tech mean we can install lights and switches anywhere in your home, no wire-chasing needed

Tue, 22 Apr, 2025

<p> Jen Sheahan at her home in Rathmines. Pictures and video: Moya Nolan</p>

Home of the Year 2021 winner shares design secrets: Here's how to have a house like Jen's

Ask yourself how you actually live and not how you would like to live when creating your dream home, says Jen Sheahan

Wed, 07 Apr, 2021

Jennifer Sheahan: How to choose cosy winter bed linen

The clocks have gone back, the temperatures have gone down, it's time to hibernate, says the Home of the Year winner

Thu, 02 Nov, 2023

<p>Size your tree carefully for your space. File picture</p>

How to find Christmas trees to fit small spaces and tiny homes

'My love of Christmas extends to Christmas trees, but my floor space does not,' says Home of the Year winner Jennifer Sheahan

Sat, 02 Dec, 2023

<p>Acoustic panels are surprisingly thin panels, usually made from foam or another porous material that absorbs sound. Picture: iStock</p>

Soundproof your home to dial down din from noisy neighbours

Home of the Year winner Jennifer Sheahan shares easy ways to enjoy some peace and quiet in even the busiest of living spaces

Wed, 27 Sep, 2023

<p>Swap out handles: Pictured here is Jennifer's downstairs bathroom. Picture: Moya Nolan</p>

Jennifer Sheahan: How to give your home a January refresh

The Home of the Year winner has fast, fun and reversible methods of revamping your living space this month

Fri, 05 Jan, 2024

<p>Small kitchen gadgets worth saving space for.</p>

Jennifer Sheahan: The small kitchen gadgets I wouldn't be without

'As a small-home owner, I am very discerning about what items make it into my little kitchen'

Thu, 14 Mar, 2024

<p>Elite Crete Systems resin marbled floor. </p>

Resin, rubber and cork floors: 'Cool, quirky and easy to maintain'

Home of the Year winner Jennifer Sheahan says alternative flooring is ideal for those of us who like to 'stray from the beaten path'

Wed, 20 Mar, 2024

<p>The excitement of the space race of the previous decade generated new materials and designers broke the mould with innovative furniture in the 1970s.</p>

Why home interiors fans will always love 1970s retro revival

It's all about self-expression through psychedelic patterns and bold colours, says Home of the Year winner Jennifer Sheahan

Tue, 02 Apr, 2024

<p>Korean sofas are comfortable to lean against from the floor, left, natural materials feature in homes in Seoul, top right, and below right, and electronic bidet.</p>

Korean interior design ideas we'd like for our homes in Ireland

And if there is one thing South Korea has that Ireland is sorely lacking, it is the electronic bidet, according to Jennifer Sheahan

Sat, 05 Oct, 2024

<p>Baches are commonly available to rent, and you will find options ranging from tiny wood cabins to sprawling beachside villas with hot tubs and a jetty for your yacht.</p>

The New Zealand Bach - the Kiwis' pared-back escape huts

The ‘bach’ was the original rustic pared-back escape hut beloved of holidaymakers in post-war New Zealand, writes Jennifer Sheahan

Fri, 27 Sep, 2024

<p>There are endless layout options, more areas that require lighting, and additional wall space to fill in a larger room. Picture: Max Vakhtbovycn</p>

Jennifer Sheahan: Interior design ideas for larger rooms

Designing for large rooms offers endless possibilities and choices

Wed, 04 Dec, 2024

<p>Invest in a well-made sofa that will last, advises Jennifer Sheahan, who did just that in her living area. Picture: Moya Nolan</p>

Jennifer Sheahan: Ensure your home's a fab fit for middle age

Design priorities evolve with life. Maybe your space is your own again, or you may be welcoming older relatives as you care for them

Sat, 23 Nov, 2024

<p>Jennifer Sheahan uses layered textures in the living area in her home in Rathmines. Picture: Moya Nolan</p>

Jennifer Sheahan: How to elevate interior design with texture

Because, as Kelly Hoppen said: 'The use of texture in design is not just about how things feel, it's about how they look too.'

Wed, 11 Dec, 2024

<p>Jennifer Sheahan doesn't currently have an open fireplace, but loves the idea of stoves in living spaces. </p>

Jennifer Sheahan: I removed my chimney to free up floor space in my tiny house. Now I'd love an 'instant fireplace'

Home of the Year winner removed the central chimney when renovating her cottage but would love an alternative to a wide-open hearth

Fri, 24 Jan, 2025

<p>Homes in colder climates have the winter look nailed. File pictures</p>

Jennifer Sheahan: How to create a cosy winter escape at home

As temperatures drop, the Home of the Year winner is inspired by chic cold-climate decor, from Alpine huts to Scandi cabins

Tue, 05 Dec, 2023

<p>Designs by Bina Baitel at Maison et Objet.</p>

Jennifer Sheahan: Inspiration for our homes from Maison et Objet

The Home of the Year winner visits Paris to check out the latest looks by the world's leading interior designers

Fri, 22 Sep, 2023

<p>Sheets by Foxford, Delia bed by Made.com in Jennifer's bedroom. Picture: Moya Nolan</p>

Jennifer Sheahan: Choose the perfect headboard for your bedroom

The Home of the Year winner shares her top picks

Thu, 25 Jan, 2024