The Irish Design Podcast

Celine Forde is an interior designer and stylist based in Nenagh who had some great nuggets and tips when approaching a home room by room. She talked how you can work with something small whether it's a family heirloom or a colour and go from there. Like, share and let us know what you think

Really enjoyed this episode with Sally-Ann, who you will find has taken the long path to starting her own I terior design business. Her passion and straight forward approach is just the tonic for anyone embarking on a project. Also find out what it's like to be a Finalist in Home of the Year!

We were joined by Katrina Carroll this week who was such a fun guest! We chatted through all things interiors and her creative flair that is seen across her beautiful and interesting. Kat offers great advice whether you are dipping your toe into the waters of DIY or embarking on larger project. In Kat's own words " Just go for it". There's a huge amount of great tips in this episode so enjoy!  Like, Share and Please Subscribe! 

We were joined by Celine Gill from styleatno5 in this weeks episode. Celine who is based in Limerick, Ireland is a designer who launched her business in 2019 to follow her life long passion. We discussed many aspects utilising a designer and what aspects design affects a room, not just look but also feel. It really got me thinking and really shows the invaluable advice and objective view that a 3rd party can bring to a project whether it is large and small.  Please like, share and subscribe to our podcast! Let us know what you think!

In this episode we were joined by Lisa Ferguson from Galtee Escape! As you will gather Lisa has a lot going on being a busy mum whilst renovating and creating a beautiful event space on the grounds of their beautiful home. Lisa's creative flair and eye for something different has stemmed from a rich travel history and the desire to really find the right pieces! She offers some great ideas and gives us a unique insight into her busy life. Enjoy! 

This week we spoke with Maggie Deering from Wisteria House. This is a wonderful period home set in beautiful Co Carlow. This was a really interesting chat where we discussed her project from when she moved in to what people should expect when renovating or buying a period home. She shared some invaluable tips and to always expect the unexpected!

We are back after our Covid break with the wonderful Lana Dullaghan. As you will hear from the passion and enthusuasm from Lana in this episode, she brings so much to the projects that she has worked on all across Ireland. Lana is based in Louth and been working as a designer over the past number of years. Lana successfully completed projects all over Ireland & Northern Ireland. Lana Dullaghan Designs has won several awards & Lana's work has been published in many interior design magazines & publications. In 2018 Lana won a room-set at Colourtrend Interior Design Forum & had a sitting room setting at Ideal Home Show . We talked through her love of interior design , delved into world of wallpaper and we really dissected why there should be no rulebook when you are starting your project.  I really enjoyed this episode as Lana not only has such a lust for interior design but a real lust for life! Listen and Enjoy! Please rate, review and subscribe to the Irish Design Podcast.

This week we were joined by Sinead Cassidy who has over 7 years experience as an interior designer. She has taken the road less travelled as some may say, having traversed from the world of finance to follow her real passion for interiors. This was a real enjoyable chat where we disected the role of an interior designer and colour consultant. Sinead offered great advice if you were thinking of using an interior designer and really not to be fearful when bringing someone onboard.  We also chatted through the role of colour and how we both love a good bit of upholstery :-)  If you enjoy the episode, please rate and review us! 

This week we were joined by the interesting and charismatic Sarah Twigg Doyle who is an interior stylist and colour consultant based in Bray, Co Wicklow.    She discussed her unique journey from her love of upcycling to pushing yourself to be brave with colours.  This episode is a must if your at a crossroads in a project and looking for some inspiration if your trying to add some unique space and character to a new home.  I really enjoyed our chat and I'm sure you will too!   Please rate, review and share with someone that will find this podcast valuable.

Lynn Ferrari has an incredible sense of style which you can see throughout her home on her Instagram page myoldbrandnewhome. We sat down with Lynn in March and discussed how she approached the design of her home and what unique aspects she has brought to some of her favourite rooms.  This episode was great fun and has innovative ideas into how Lynn has approached tacking her home and shared some advice for listeners who are in the midst of similar projects. Lynn has done all this whilst she prepares for the birth of her first child whilst working as a Creative Director for an International Publisher.  This is an interview you will not want to miss!