10/09/2018 | 3min read

Kerb Appeal

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When it comes to the outside of our homes it tends to be the back garden that tends to get all of the attention meaning the front garden is often overlooked. But for visitors, passers-by and even potential buyers, your home’s exterior is what creates the first impression, so it’s worth spending a little bit of time making sure it is welcoming and inviting. Here are seven easy updates to guarantee that your home will start turning heads. (more…)

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2/08/2018 | 3min read

7 tips to make your small space feel bigger

Having space is something of a luxury, especially for those who live in city centre locations or have just purchased their first home.

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18/07/2018 | 3 read

Elegant evening in Malahide

Thanks to Carroll Estates and Noel Kelly for helping to create a wonderful evening in our recently completed showhouse in Ashwood Hall, Malahide.

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13/02/2018 | 4 mins read

Home Truths – What to look out for when buying a home

House hunting can be a very stressful time. There are a lot of factors to consider such as location, orientation and proximity to amenities like schools and public transport.

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17/01/2018 | 3 mins read

Storage – the key to a well functioning home

I often get asked for the one thing that would make the biggest difference to a home. I would have to say good storage. If you have adequate storage you will…

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15/12/2017 | 3 Mins read

Bring Back the Starter Home

It used to be that a young couple would buy a place together, wait a few years until it had increased in value and then trade up to buy…

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22/07/2017 | 3 read

Basements

Adding a basement is not the first thing that springs to mind when looking to add more space to your home  but it can be a fantastic way to…

#Design Doctors
26/01/2017 | 4 min read

Better ways to heat your home

For anyone planning any kind of renovation work to their home, making changes to ensure your home is more energy efficient is pretty high on the list of priorities….

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13/12/2016 | 4 min read

Get professional help for you smart home

As our homes become smarter, technology is becoming more and more integrated into our everyday lives making us evermore more reliant on it.

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26/07/2016 | 3 min read

Design for real needs

I often get asked what’s the best time to extend or renovate your home. My answer is when you know exactly what you want. Often this means once you’ve…

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