The Ideal Home Show is easily one of the most exciting weekends for Irish homeowners. However, as an interior designer, I know that while these shows are incredible for inspiration, they can also lead to a serious case of "choice paralysis." So let us in iSCO Designs help you navigate it.

I often tell my clients that any room in your home should tell a story. In one of my previous blogs, there should always be a focal point, and in this case the "focal character" as powerful as a great piece of art. I am thrilled to announce that my latest piece, a triptych in the Golden Flight series, is now officially art for sale on my new iSCO website.

As an interior designer and visual artist, I have learned that a room without art is like a body that is missing the soul. Choosing the right visual art piece isn't just about filling a blank wall; it’s about setting the emotional quality for that space. When we select art for sale to decorate our home, we are choosing the energy we want to live with every single day.

For millions of visitors to Ireland annually, the Guinness Storehouse will be the must-see destination. Yet, underneath its touristy facade, it is quite an achievement in architecture and interior design. The achievement of the Guinness Storehouse is not merely that it is Ireland's leading visitor attraction; it is a successful case study in adaptive reuse and how the brand is embodied at every corner.

Interior Architecture does matter. Not to be confused with interior design, good interior architecture seamlessly merges the decorative/aesthetic as well as the structural and technical aspects of an indoor space. When you get interior architecture right, you truly can create spaces that foster good living.

When you pick up an interior design magazine or scroll across Pinterest and see a well interior designed room, don't assume that it was done just like magic. Good interior design is not just about buying nice things and slopping them together; it is actually more important to make sure that they work together in harmony. To guide you into how this works and to make sure that your decor actually fits your space, here are some pro-tips to have in hand.

It has been an exciting year so far for interior designers and interiors enthusiasts. Looking into what is trending on social media, it seems that in 2026, our homes will be looking richer, warmer, and a whole lot more PERSONAL. The aim is designing spaces that feel truly "lived-in," embracing colour, unique textures, and a sense of comfort and nostalgia.

A bathroom needs soul, that is what 2026 is calling for. "Millenial grays" and sterile white have dominated years past, but now we are moving onto a vibe that is cozy and personal, while still being tasteful. If you are thinking of doing up your powder room or are looking into the master suite for a new build, these bathroom decor ideas would definitely be interior designer approved.

2026 has shifted the way look at interior design. As I have written in my previous blog about Bedroom Designs, it is all about personality and personal expression rather than carbon-copy minimalism. And what better way to show off your personality that through some timely, living room decor ideas

The function of a book cover has clearly evolved into high-stakes advertisement. That is why an eye-catching book cover design is key to your book's success.

This new year, the trends for bedroom decor ideas are shifting to a more personality-based interior spaces. Think rich textures and colours, smart technology that feels invisible, and bold ways to express one's personality and to declare, "this is me, this is my space."

Living in a small apartment does not mean living small. Here are some smart small interior design ideas by iSCO Designs you can use to make it feel open, warm and well-designed!