Sarah-Jayne Tobin - Home and Style

Light, Space and Luxury Combined: Expert Advice for Designing the Ultimate Kitchen Extension

In today's homes, the kitchen has evolved far beyond a place to prepare meals. Increasingly, it has become the true heart of the home, a sanctuary where family life unfolds, friends gather and everyday moments are elevated through thoughtful design. According to Newcastle Design, creating a luxurious yet practical kitchen extension is one of the […]

Mark Rogers and Paul Kinsella on how Instagram inspired their home journey

If you’ve ever fallen down an interiors rabbit hole on Instagram or wondered how people actually make it work when buying their first home, this week’s episode of Brendan Courtney’s My First Home delivers both inspiration and honesty in equal measure. This fab podcast series celebrates the joy, chaos and triumph of buying your first […]

Fiona Frawley on juggling freelance work and buying a home

There’s something uniquely comforting about hearing that even comedians - people whose job is literally to make life look easy - find buying a home a bit chaotic, a bit stressful, and a lot more achievable than they first thought. The latest episode of Brendan Courtney’s My First Home features comedian and Spin1038 presenter Fiona […]

Laura Cunningham proved homeownership is possible even against the odds

If you’ve ever caught yourself thinking about homeownership and feeling it’s just not going to happen for you, you’re not alone - and according to content creator Laura Cunningham, you might also be wrong. Speaking on Brendan Courtney’s My First Home, Laura shares a refreshingly honest account of what it really takes to get on […]

Katja Mia gets real about savings and sacrifices to get on the property ladder

There’s something uniquely emotional about the idea of a first home. It’s not just bricks and mortar; it’s independence, security, and the quiet thrill of building a life on your own terms. But in Ireland right now, that dream can feel equal parts exciting and overwhelming. That’s exactly why Brendan Courtney’s My First Home is striking […]

PR guru Rob Kenny bought the home he was renting

When Rob Kenny bought his first home, he move from renter to owner of the same property but it changed how he felt about the place. There’s something quietly addictive about a good property story, and the latest episode of Brendan Courtney’s My First Home delivers exactly that. Warm, funny and refreshingly honest, this week’s […]

Dublin camogie star Ashling Maher: Buying a home is 'another full-time job'

Dublin camogie captain Ashling Maher knows all about resilience, teamwork and playing the long game - and it turns out those skills are just as important when it comes to buying your first home. Speaking on Brendan Courtney’s My First Home, Ashling opened up about navigating the emotional rollercoaster of house hunting, balancing elite sport […]

Influencer Jenny Claffey went from renting in New York to a dream Irish home

When Jenny Claffey decided to leave her New York rental she set out on a journey to find her dream Irish home. Buying your first home can feel like navigating a maze, but Jenny Claffey’s story proves that with determination, a clear vision, and a little bit of luck, it’s absolutely possible. The Irish podcaster, […]

RTE's Louise Duffy opens up about setting up home on a budget

Louise Duffy opens up about getting on the property ladder and trying to make her first house a home. Buying your first home in Ireland can feel like a rite of passage - equal parts hope, chaos and blind optimism.

Monaghan star Dessie Ward's journey from empty stable to modern home

Monaghan GAA star Dessie Ward and his wife Clodagh took on the daunting challenge of converting a derelict barn into a stunning forever home. For a lot of people, buying a first home can feel somewhere between a distant dream and a full-time panic attack.

Harmonious living: The art of beautifully bespoke cabinetry with Newcastle Design

Luxury today is no longer defined by excess. Instead, it lives in the quiet details; the effortless flow of a home, the calm that comes from thoughtful organisation, and spaces that feel intuitively designed around the people who live in them. At Newcastle Design, cabinetry is approached not simply as storage, but as an integral […]

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