Making Room
This time of year, I always find myself doing a slow lap of the house, noticing the corners that need love and the ones that just need clearing. It’s never about having more space; it’s about making space.
That’s what this issue is about: making room. Not for more things, but for more ease. A bit more light, a better flow as you move through your day. Sometimes it’s a cleared corner, a new accessory, a lick of paint, or simply stepping back to imagine the potential of a bigger project. Small changes create space, physically and mentally.
In What’s Next 2026 (pg 78), we explore the colours, textures and finishes that open up rooms. These choices help spaces feel brighter and more welcoming.
Our Now Ways To Paint feature (pg 30) focuses on clever paint techniques that add depth, character and a calm sense of spaciousness.
If you’re thinking about bigger changes, our Architecture Now feature (pg 88) is not to be missed.
It brings together some of the hottest Irish architects reimagining how we live, designing homes that reflect the changing way we live, and creating spaces that balance openness with intimacy.
We guarantee you’ll be saving these pages for future projects.
We also explore hidden design upgrades that quietly give you back time and clarity in Smart Tech at Home (pg 106).
The New Work Order (pg 110) shows how thoughtful zoning and natural light can support creativity in your working-from-home setup.
As always, we take you inside beautiful Irish homes and ask all the questions. It’s a reminder that real space isn’t measured in metres, but in how a home gives you room for your life to unfold.
Here’s to softness, and the quiet pleasure of making room.
SIVE O’BRIEN
Editorial Director
