Ask most people to describe their dream home and the answer may well be ‘Period’.
Are period homes fit for purpose?
Posts By: Denise O'Connor
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.
Little black book
Ireland can feel a bit restricted when it comes to sourcing homewares and accessories. There are more options than there were 5 years ago but the choice is still…
Come join our team
Optimise Design is in search of bright and dynamic professionals to come join our team. We are looking to fill a number of roles in the coming months. This…
Why it’s so hard to move house
The housing market is stuck in a rut. House prices are rising on a daily basis and there is a shortage of properties coming to the market making it…
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…
Why you should consider removing your Chimney
There are many things that can be daunting about a home renovation project and one of the biggest uncertainties that many people face is knowing what’s possible around the…
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…
5 Ways to Avoid Project Delays
Delays are common with home renovations, with so many moving parts and so much to consider, no matter how much effort you put into planning your project things can…
Stairs
Stairs are possibly the most frequently overlooked element of a home when planning a redesign. This is primarily because in most cases the stair location isn’t changing so the…
