Why second-hand upcycling can be even better than new
Ireland’s largest second-hand furniture store is reaping the benefits of a growing trend
If the walls could talk: Merriman pub memorabilia under the hammer
Irish trad performers from Planxty to the Fureys played the famous venue in Clare
From faded to fabulous: Bringing a Belfast home back to life
Sheelagh Wright and her husband used creativity to overcome challenge of renovating new home
‘If we don’t control clutter, it will control us’: Five steps to a clutter-free home
Make some space in your life this spring by clearing out your home
A gift of art is the gift that keeps on giving
‘When we buy from local crafts people we keep our money in the community, where it gets put back into other local businesses’
The Irish Times shortlisted in three categories for coverage of mental health
Patrick Freyne and Jennifer O’Connell among nominees
A wheely good family holiday in Kildare
It’s worth taking a short detour inland to discover some of the attractions a stone's throw from the capital
Meet the Irish designers turning old things into new gems
The Covid and climate crises are driving demand for eco-conscious homewares
The Irish living life for less in sunnier climes
Meet the people who have upped sticks to work from home and live for less in sunnier climes
Love at second glance for young couple and their D6 fixer-upper home
Aoife McGettigan and Ronan Ward initially dismissed this Milltown house before realising its charm
Coronavirus creativity: Home is where the art is
Boutique owner Maeve Culligan is tie-dyeing, sewing and painting through the lockdown
Lockdown living: ‘We’ve moved into a cabin so the kids can have the house’
It’s hard to work and keep children amused in a lockdown but what happens when adult children have to work from home too?
Isolation on the Wild Atlantic Way: ‘I stopped here for the day – and never left’
Jobs are scarce on Arranmore, but for one Polish man it’s the perfect place to live now
Escape to the chateau: The Irish buyers with grand designs on French living
The appeal of buying a pile in the French countryside is alive and well
‘Swedish people don’t worry about buying a home until their late 30s’
Returning home, Mags Boland Murphy is set to build on family land in Wexford
The cost of a Dublin cottage refurb: ‘We struggled with the mortgage lending rules’
Edwina Kestell and Colm Egan didn’t initially realise the extent of work required
‘Don’t move to a commuter town – a lonely and isolating experience’
It took two house moves for this Dublin couple to find the right home, in Co Mayo
Bleak house? 10 ways to spruce up your home that won’t break the bank
It’s time for new beginnings. Here are some tips on how to give your home a whole new look
‘It was costing us €4,000 a month to live in Dublin – we couldn’t make ends meet’
Gavin Glass and Amy Walsh have left the pricey capital for a fresh start in Wexford
Leaving the kids at home for a blissful child-free holiday in Lanzarote
There is something so deliciously relaxing about a few days away sans les enfants
Are Irish mammies ready for their children to embrace apprenticeships?
Snobbery is one reason why parents are fixated on higher education to the exclusion of all else. But ‘earn-and-learn’ options are making a startling comeback
Aran Islands: A tour for food lovers
Gabriel Faherty shows visitors how Aran Islands Goat’s Cheese is made, and takes them on a food tour of Inish Mór too
Using a travel agent: Peace of mind or needless expense?
Pricewatch: Travel agents have found myriad ways to adapt to the brave new digital age
Books, maps and lots of Lego: how to furnish your home school
Designated spaces, plenty of books, maps and Lego are essentials for home schoolers
How to give your home a detox and reduce energy bills
Spring is a good time to assess your home’s energy efficiency and make smart changes
Who’s nesting in your bird box?
The design of the box will determine the species of bird that will make it their home
Young Clare eco-warriors combine sport with saving planet
Doora Barefield Community Games to eliminate plastic waste with reusable logo bottle
Gold leaf tiles and a hidden pantry: Inside TV presenter Jenny Buckley’s new kitchen
Years in the planning, this Sutton kitchen has pops of colour and a friendly family vibe
‘Building a new home was the opportunity to get the kitchen we wanted’
Me and my kitchen: Emma Forsyth, Pilates instructor
How six Malahide neighbours got the green light for six new homes
When one owner was refused planning for a mews, his architect suggested a bigger plan
Zero clutter, big skies: how these Irish downsizers got their dream home
The retired owners of this minimalist house in Donegal left their Dublin clutter behind
Train reaction: Why I’m encouraging my son to go Interrailing
My six-month jaunt around Europe as a 19-year-old is something I’d love my sons to experience
From dustbusters to a soda fix: 20 health hacks for your home
We’ve compiled a list of easy changes that could benefit you and your family
Go big, go bling: how three top chefs set their tables at Christmas
Kevin Dundon, Maria Raftery and Rory O’Connell on how less is definitely not more
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Crosswords & puzzles to keep you challenged and entertained
Common Ground
How does a post-Brexit world shape the identity and relationship of these islands
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