My Objects Of Desire: Daniel Ulrich talks vintage finds, precious pieces and Irish design

The owner of Galway’s Coffeewerk + Press, a speciality coffee shop, on why he never buys any ‘that’ll do’ products

Daniel Ulrichs is the owner of Galway’s Coffeewerk + Press: ‘When I started Coffeewerk + Press, I wanted to do something that was quite multi-faceted. Coffee is the main reason people come in; it’s simple, it’s affordable. But then hopefully they can get inspired by beautiful design pieces or the art.’ Photo: Nathalie Marquez Courtney
Ulrich’s slippers were purchased in Copenhagen

My slippers put a smile on my face every day. They’re by Glerup and I came across them in Copenhagen. They were in design shops, at the airport, all over – they were a real staple product. I even keep a spare pair to offer to guests when they visit.

A Swedish-designed candleholder is a prized possession

The light in a room is very important to me, so I ...