Figures as influential as Le Corbusier and Verner Panton knew instinctively that design has the power to change the world, writes Róisín Lafferty
Featuring immersive experiences, playful collaborations and dazzling installations from the cream of the international design community, this year’s Milan Design Week was an astonishing feast for the senses
Afraid to break out the blue? Or splash out with pink? Interiors expert Roisin Lafferty of KLD has made it a personal mission to reset Irish thinking around home colour. Here, she advises on how best to use strong shades in your home: what works, what doesn’t, and why
Deep, rich colours are on the rise again – perfect for those looking for an alternative to all those tasteful Scandi neutrals, writes Roisin Lafferty
By generating an experience rather than a traditional picture for property end users, designers are using authentic creative thinking and virtual reality to offer customers unprecedented insight into new designs
Our spaces evolve every day and the success of a home is in how well it functions and how it makes us feel, writes Róisín Lafferty
Create an enjoyable and useful exterior space by looking inwards. Zoning and lighting are just two of the many tools you can employ
Prepare to be blown away by the flair and showmanship of Salone del Mobile Milan
When we think about brand values, we usually look outwards with websites, marketing and customer service – but what about interior design
Colours, textiles and materials can give your home a sophisticated edge
Mess is stress, so kick off the year with a good clear-out
