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.'

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

The secret is – you already do. Jennifer Sheahan serves up ideas to help make your style choices seem less daunting

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

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

The Home of the Year winner shares her top picks

The Home of the Year winner looks at vernacular architecture and where we can still learn traditional construction methods

Former Home of the Year winner Jennifer Sheahan is a fan of al fresco dining. She shares some of her favourite designs

Irish architects have been transforming our landscape since the days of medieval castles, says Jennifer Sheahan 

Jennifer Sheahan has ways to make life better and more interesting when we invite four-legged family members into our space

Jennifer Sheahan loves travelling light in the car she converted into a microcamper but adores certain campervan accessories

How to invest in your living space so it's the perfect fit for your retirement

Making Christmas presents shows how much you care and cuts overspending on items that are likely to sit unused in a drawer

Ceilings are often a forgotten canvas of interior design. Here are some creative ways to make your ceiling a standout feature in your home

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

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

If you stand back and look at how you live, you'll spot lots of ways to make your home a better place to live

Here are solutions if you seek extra space for an office, a reading nook, a children's playroom, or an extra sleeping area for guests 

As the countdown begins in earnest, these are quick and easy ways to make your own fun and sustainable festive treats

Tiny home or not, temporary decorations do away with the need to store boxes of baubles, never mind a 10-foot Santa Claus figure