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
Wooden floor
Trunk Flooring
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
Wooden table
Ski Interiors
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
Lamps
Hicken Lighting
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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
Rug
Ikea
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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Harvey Jones
Clock
The Elms
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
Wallpaper
Zoffany
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
Cushions
Blue Door
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
Similar bench
Sweetpea and Willow
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
Wallpaper
Colefax and Fowler
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