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

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

Pantone's Colour of the Year choice has a major impact on the global design world and our living spaces

There's no need to fear pattern, according to the Home of the Year winner 

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Designing for large rooms offers endless possibilities and choices

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.'

'The fusion of function is becoming increasingly important as our homes get smaller and property prices continue to rise' 

Clever and inventive areas dotted around your living space keep your rooms clutter-free and belongings closer to hand