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Creative SPIRIT

Every room in this new build feels original and fresh thanks to a team effort by the designer and owner

A GREAT ESCAPE

Keen to ensure her family's association with a magical coastal area continues for generations to come, Sarah Cross has created a spectacular retreat

STATE OF THE ART Collector's piece

Six interior designers tell us the artists we should be investing in right now

Mexican revolution

Creatives are restoring abandoned homes from the Yucatán's golden era and there's lots to learn from these historic houses

A step ahead

A staircase has a dramatic impact on an interior and a great one is both beautiful and practical

MOVERS & SHAKERS

The homeware and fashion brand that celebrates Colombia's rich craft traditions

Make an entrance

Tiffany Duggan of Studio Duggan opens the door planning and styling a small hallway

TALES OF THE UNEXPECTED

Seventeenth-century origins meet vibrant contemporary design in a cleverly reimagined Amsterdam canal house

enduring style

B&B Italia has pioneered modern Italian furniture design since 1966 - but its latest collection feels as fresh as ever

think like a pro

It's not just interior designers who are skilled at picking the perfect palette architects are in on the act, too, and Richard Parr knows just how to get the ideal shade

IT'S WARM INSIDE

In designer Stephanie Barba Mendoza's home, everything was chosen to make her feel cocooned, looked after and full of joy

RHAPSODY IN BLUE

Carina Raymond's blissful bedroom manages to be characterful and calming at the same time - and it's all down to the colour

OLD SCHOOL

Rustic country charm meets industrial style in a former schoolhouse where Daisy Hill has made a light and airy loft-style home for herself and her two sons

Summer LOVING

A run-down beach house turned luxurious villa has become a much-loved haven for Renee De Wit's family

Sowing the seeds for a life of abundance

The perpetual rhythm of planting, tending and harvesting brings a feeling of hope and fulfilment to Diana Yates, and it extends beyond her Greenfields garden to all of her life

'Building boats has become my passion'

Wooden boat builder, Obioma Oji

SEA FARING

Russell Jarvis gathered design inspiration from far and near to make over a run-down property, turning it into his perfect coastal home

COUNTER INTELLIGENCE

Practical and inspiring ideas for selecting the best kitchen worktop for your space

HOME AT LAST

Having often walked past their dream property over the years, Rich and Emma Proud finally became its owners and turned it into a comfortable home for three generations of their family

HOW MUCH DOES EXTERNAL WALL INSULATION COST?

It's touted as an affordable home insulation method, but is external wall insulation worth the outlay and what are the lifetime costs? We look at the figures...

High praise

After converting a run-down gospel hall into a unique 1930s-inspired home-complete with geodesic dome - Alice Deuchar and Daniel Schamroth pronounced it a resounding succes

PERMITTED DEVELOPMENT APPROVE EXCLUSIONS

How to understand whether your project qualifies for Permitted Development and if you are able to use this planning route

Back to black

Dramatic black finishes and industrial touches add impact to Charlotte and Sam Tisdall's extended end-terrace home

Foliage Fiesta!

This issue our gardening expert Conrad McCormick discusses the enduring beauty of foliage plants.

Christoff The Home Inspiration Destination

Christoff's Stillorgan showroom is a virtual vision board of inspiration for your home. Featuring exquisite kitchens, bespoke joinery, and top-tier appliances from Europe's finest manufacturers, it offers a comprehensive concept of style, beauty and function for elevating your home.

Detailed Elegance

When Peter and Jackie first envisioned their kitchen renovation in their North Down home, they knew they wanted something truly spectacular and Daniel George was the chosen supplier.

Property Flipping

Our property flipping expert Carly Anderson, a.k.a Flipping Belfast, discusses why you should aim your flip towards as broad a market as possible.

Seaside Sanctuary

When Belfast couple Marie and Alan went hunting for a holiday home-from-home right here in Northern Ireland, they found it... where the Mountains of Mourne sweep down to the sea.

A Renewed Vision

In Dublin 4, history is reborn as a former eye clinic transforms into two stunning homes. We step inside one of them - 2A, The Wellington. This home is a treasure trove of history - a former eye clinic transformed into a sanctuary of modern luxury.

HAND CRAFTED IN CO. TYRONE

The team at Killymoon Living are passionate about creating luxury, bespoke upholstery pieces that are unique to you and your home.