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<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

<p>The Gallery Cottage in Adare, Co Limerick. Picture: Joseph Mischyshyn</p>

Jennifer Sheahan: Traditional Irish building methods still practised today

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

Sun, 24 Mar, 2024

<p>Murphy bed with desk from Wall Beds.</p>

Jennifer Sheahan: Space-saving ideas and picks for tiny homes

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

Wed, 14 May, 2025

<p>Geometric vaulted ceiling at the Margadh Café & Wine Bar, RHA.</p>

Jennifer Sheahan: Use the ceiling to make a small space feel larger or to add drama

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

Tue, 25 Feb, 2025

<p>A 20cm wide kitchen cupboard that would otherwise be panelled over.</p>

Jennifer Sheahan reveals your home's hidden storage spots

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

Sat, 12 Apr, 2025

<p>Guy Ritchie's WildKitchen at ccwildkitchens.com. Featured in his movie The Gentleman, Guy designed the WildKitchen himself as a BBQ enthusiast who reportedly often grills onset, feeding actors and crew while they discuss upcoming scenes. </p>

Why we are all going wild for outdoor kitchens this season

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

Thu, 04 Jul, 2024

<p>Puppy-proofing our living spaces and introducing gadgets and toys can make things go more smoothly for everyone. File picture</p>

I share my tiny home with a dog. These four gadgets make life easy and fun

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

Sun, 18 Aug, 2024

<p>The living area at Jennifer Sheahan's home in Rathmines, a finalist in RTÉ's 'Home of the Year'. Jen says you should leave at least 60cm around furniture and at least 90cm for main walkways such as between a kitchen island and kitchen cabinets. Picture: Moya Nolan</p>

Jennifer Sheahan: Simple tricks to improve your home's flow so you stop bumping into the furniture

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

Fri, 15 Aug, 2025

<p>The Sangiacomo freestanding bookshelf provides storage and effective room partitioning.</p>

Jennifer Sheahan: How to turn one room into two

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

Wed, 27 Aug, 2025

<p>Make space for your interests and hobbies: Jennifer Sheahan stores her books in her living area at her home in Rathmines. Pictures: Moya Nolan</p>

Jennifer Sheahan: Home design ideas so you can enjoy the freedom years

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

Wed, 27 Nov, 2024

<p>The thought, time and care that goes into making a gift is more valuable than anything money could buy, says Jennifer Sheahan. File picture</p>

Jennifer Sheahan: 'DIY gifts are a lifesaver when you've run out of time to hit the shops'

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

Thu, 19 Dec, 2024

<p>Travelling light is all good and well, but travelling cosily and comfortably is also important. File picture</p>

My car is also a tiny home. These are the comforts I can't do without

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

Sun, 08 Sep, 2024

<p>Grafton Architects have worked on a redevelopment design for Crawford Gallery, Cork, that will increase gallery space by 50%; artistic impression of the sculpture gallery; Picture: Niezgoda Print </p>

Meet the Irish architects who have shaped our world

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

Tue, 10 Sep, 2024

<p>Jennifer Sheahan makes her own Christmas crackers, left and centre, and truffles, right.</p>

Jennifer Sheahan: How to make your own Christmas crackers and gingerbread truffles

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

Wed, 17 Dec, 2025

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

Jennifer Sheahan: My top five interior design books

Gift ideas for the home enthusiasts in your life

Mon, 08 Dec, 2025

<p>Renting Christmas decorations can make sense for any home, really, but especially for anyone renting or living in their home temporarily, writes Jennifer Sheahan. File picture</p>

Jennifer Sheahan: The joy of renting Christmas decorations

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

Mon, 01 Dec, 2025

<p>'Universal Khaki', Sherwin Williams.</p>

Jennifer Sheahan: New year, new paint colours

Check out the shades we can expect to see on walls this year

Wed, 14 Jan, 2026

<p>The kitchen in Jennifer Sheahan's home: 'It's painted a dead flat matte finish to hide any fingerprint smudges.' Pictures: Moya Nolan</p>

Choosing the right paint types and finishes for your home

Home of the Year winner Jennifer Sheahan guides you through the world of emulsion, high-gloss and eggshell delights

Sat, 10 Sep, 2022

<p>Smart lighting; The living area in Jennifer Sheahan's home. Picture: Moya Nolan</p>

Jennifer Sheahan: The smart home devices worth the spend

The Home of the Year winner works in the technology sector. These are the smart items she rates in her own living space

Sun, 19 Nov, 2023

<p>You can use a shed for almost anything but you need planning if you want to use it to live in or for keeping animals, so if you’re planning to use it as an extra bedroom or to store your livestock, then you need to apply for planning permission. File pictures</p>

Jennifer Sheahan: All you need to know about installing a garden shed

The Home of the Year winner would love a garden shed. Here, she shares everything you need to know about the process

Wed, 18 Oct, 2023