With property supply so scarce and limited options out there for those searching, homeowners are increasingly sitting tight and looking to simply improve what they have.

Ways to add value to your property will be explored in the latest Home Truths series of talks from architect and interior designer Denise O'Connor (RTÉ Design Doctors and Irish Times contributor) of Optimise Design. Home Truths: How To Add Real Value To Your Home takes place next Tuesday, September 26th, 6pm-8pm, at The Merrion Hotel, Dublin 2.

The event, hosted by Irish Times property editor, Madeleine Lyons, will bring together a panel of experts including builder John Barry, Nicola Bergin, of Bergin's Estates Agents, Judith Byrne of Dulux Paints Ireland, and Rocky Wall from lighting specialist Wink.

Tickets are €20 each and available at eventbrite.ie (search for Home Truths). Places are limited. An allocation of tickets has been set aside for Irish Times subscribers (watch out for the subscriber awards email).