Killarney Advertiser - Home & Living August 2018

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elcome to the August edition of Home and Living.

We had such amazing weather this summer. I always find my house gets a bit neglected during the summer months as the garden takes over. And while I do love the summer, I love the long winter nights. As the temperatures drop, the evenings get shorter and we spend more time indoors.

It’s a great opportunity to reassess our living space for the winter months. I love the coziness of winter; extra cushions some throws, a good book and, of course, a nice fire. Great for recharging our batteries. This month in Home and Living we’re looking at master bedrooms and en suites, and if you’re on the search for a new bed have a look at our notebook. Also our featured living room newly designed by Kadri Bormeister is amazing, featuring fabulous flooring from Corcoran’s Furniture and Carpets.

Yours in decorating,

Noelle

and the Killarney Advertiser Team

Contact us at info@killarneyadvertiser.ie Miranda chair fama Moriartys of Killorglin

Bedroom Accessories If you haven’t got time or budget doesn’t allow a complete overhaul for your bedroom, it’s amazing what new accessories like cushions a throw or a mirror can do to lift a room. Everyone needs a full-length mirror to prevent those fashion faux pas but make it a decorative one that goes with your room. It becomes a part of your décor. Put it across from a window if possible to make the most of the light - this is particularly effective in a small room. Another good trick with mirrors to brighten your room is to place two mirrors over your bedside tables behind your lamps. If you have a neutral themed bedroom, a great way to add on trend colour is cushions or throws and these can be changed quite inexpensively. Adding a corner chair if you have the space will not only add colour but also gives you a space to chill - as long as you keep it clothesfree! We’ve picked a few of our favourite pieces.

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Francis Brennan Dunnes stores Corcorans cushions Dior mirror Corcorans

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2018

Interior of the Month

The idea was to create a space to relax in the evening. The dark furniture, leather and original art work all combine with the rich blue grey colour scheme which makes the space appear intimate.

The combination of various materials has resulted in a comfortable look. The two couches are different in order to give a timeless feel. The family are avid art collectors and the dark background is ideal for displaying paintings. The rugs bring in a sense of warmth.

The design scheme was not formed overnight, even though it looks just perfect, and links in well with the rest of the building. It is very often the case that understanding comes with time, the ideas have to be digested in order to figure out what it is that we like. Questions must be asked, such as, “are we willing to try out new design directions?” Often what felt scary at the start of the building feels just right at the end of it.

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Bedroom 2018

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Did you know that we spend around a third of our lives in bed? So what better excuse do we need for a beautiful bedroom.

Our master bedroom is often a forgotten room as we tend to spend all our decorating budget on the more social areas in our home, the most viewed by other people, but it’s important to create a space just for you. The bedroom is often the most personal space in your home which gives you a chance to go really wild or not, as your taste dictates. But where to start? With the internet and sites like Pinterest and Houzz, the possibilities are endless whether you’re a fan of hotel chic, Nordic style, midcentury, or the huge boho style trending on Instagram.

It’s hard not to get a little confused by all this choice. I’ve mentioned this before but it’s worth saying again: before you go shopping, go buy some interior magazines or set up a board on Pinterest and pick out all the rooms you love. You’ll find a lot of the images are similar, you’ve found your style. So when you go shopping for your room you have a starting point. Another tip is to pick one thing you love and build your room around it. The bed is the simplest place to start as it’s the largest piece of furniture.

It’s important to budget for a good mattress, but think about the style you want to create when buying your headboard or bed as this will dominate your scheme. If you’re looking for inspiration we’ve picked a few of our favourite bedrooms in different styles to help you choose yours.

Boho style

Modern with four poster Mid century

Hotel chic

Sweet Ensuites If you’re lucky enough to have a large en suite then the sky’s the limit when decorating. But if space is tight, here are some top tips to make your room feel more spacious.

Choose wall-mounted rather than floor-standing furniture Not only will this make your en suite look larger (because the eye can roam freely round the bottom half of the room), it will physically be larger too since wall-mounted bathroom furniture is smaller than floor-standing furniture – in fact most wall mounted bathroom furniture suites have been created specifically with en suites and small bathrooms in mind.

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Make the accessories wall mounted Generally, anything you put on the floor can find a space off the floor - you can even have the toilet brush attached to the wall. Don’t bother with a bulky towel rai, simply install a hook on the back of the door instead. What you are attempting to achieve here is to keep the floor as free as possible to give the room an uncluttered appearance and the impression of being larger than it actually is.

Make the most of a mirror Mirrors magnify the size of any room, provided it’s not reflecting a lot of clutter! Opposite the sink, or above it is an excellent place to put a large picture mirror. You don’t have to stick to a bathroom mirror. Think of getting a large piece of mirror cut to fit the entire wall above the sink or a decorative mirror opposite.

Consider portable storage If an en suite is really small and therefore lacking in suitable storage space, then a small trolly with portable baskets (i.e. for face towels, cosmetics and toiletries etc.) could be just the ticket. When not in use, store it in a nearby walk-in closet.

Conceal ugly pipework

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Unsightly pipes can make a small en suite bathroom feel cluttered.

Conceal them beneath the sink in a box or by installing a back to wall toilet so that they’re actually built behind a panel.

Build a wetroom If you’re not a big bath fan or it simply won’t fit, or if you prefer a large shower, then it might be an idea to consider a wetroom instead.

This way you’ll make the most of the space you have. For the sake of leaking water this will definitely require the advice and help of a professional fitter.

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