Step inside this elegant country home in County Kildare
Designed by the owner, this new-build property was influenced by the style of country estates, as well as Dublins Georgian architecture, resulting in a light-filled family home with a period feel. Various extensions have been added to the property as the family grew.
Designed by the owner, this new-build property was influenced by the style of country estates, as well as Dublins Georgian architecture, resulting in a light-filled family home with a period feel. Various extensions have been added to the property as the family grew.
1/10 Exterior
2/10 Hallway
The neutral palette creates a light and airy hallway, while wooden flooring adds contrast and is practical with pets around. A cosy seating area is tucked away in the space under the staircase.
Wallpaper
Colefax and Fowler (opens in new tab)
Wooden floor
Trunk Flooring (opens in new tab)
3/10 Library
Beautiful curtains frame the library window to create an elegant treatment. Stylish French-style chairs are the perfect place to curl up with a good book.
Similar chair
Maison (opens in new tab)
Wooden table
Ski Interiors (opens in new tab)
4/10 Living room
Classic, easy-on-the-eye neutrals are combined in the living room to create a calm and relaxing space. Sumptuous chairs and sofas allow for lounging around.
Sofas, chairs, ottoman, cushions
Helen Turkington (opens in new tab)
Lamps
Hicken Lighting (opens in new tab)
5/10 Dining area
A large, arched window floods the dining room with light, and the bright and airy feel has been emphasised with elegant French-style painted furniture and pretty Roman blinds.
Bespoke table
Seabury Furniture (opens in new tab)
Rug
Ikea (opens in new tab)
6/10 Kitchen
This Shaker-inspired scheme is a country kitchen classic. An island provides storage space while pan and plate racks add period touches.
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Clock
The Elms (opens in new tab)
7/10 Dining room
An elegant French country scheme has been created in the dining room with linen chair covers and a stylish checked tablecloth. The backdrop of grey wallpaper adds depth and contrast.
Tablecloth, bench and chairs
Helen Turkington (opens in new tab)
Wallpaper
Zoffany (opens in new tab)
8/10 Conservatory
Chunky wicker seating adds texture in the conservatory. A panelled ceiling complements the soaring windows and provides a focal point in the room.
Wicker sofa, chairs and coffee table
Flamant (opens in new tab)
Cushions
Blue Door (opens in new tab)
9/10 GirlÂ’s bedroom
A bank of built-in wardrobes along one wall provides plenty of handy storage space in the bedroom, while an upholstered bed layered up with a throw and cushions is tucked into the area beyond the stairs.
Throw and cushions
TK Maxx (opens in new tab)
Similar bench
Sweetpea and Willow (opens in new tab)
10/10 Main bedroom
An oversized headboard adds a touch of luxury and complements the trailing floral wallpaper in the main bedroom. A chic sofa at the end of the bed adds to the feeling of opulence.
Similar bed
The White Company (opens in new tab)
Wallpaper
Colefax and Fowler (opens in new tab)
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