Mairead Collier Interiors

20/10/2026

One of the biggest misconceptions about interior design is that the designer comes in once the building work is done and it's time to make everything look beautiful.

In reality, the earlier you bring us in, the more value we can add.

Long before we're talking about cushions and finishing touches, there are decisions being made about layout, lighting, electrical points, joinery, storage, materials and how one room flows into the next. These are the decisions that become much harder, and much more expensive, to change once work is underway.

Getting your interior designer involved early also means we can collaborate with your architect, builder and other professionals from the start, making sure the interior vision is considered alongside the wider project from day one.

You don't need to have everything figured out before reaching out. That's precisely why you bring us in.

If you're planning a renovation or new build, don't wait until the big decisions have already been made. DM me "PROJECT" and let's talk.

13/10/2026

13/10/2026

Autumn, much like Spring, is that time of year when our focus naturally shifts back to our homes.

Whether you’re planning a new build, refreshing a room or two, or preparing for a major extension or full renovation, the journey from initial idea to finished space can quickly start to feel daunting, stressful, and time-consuming.

That’s where having a professional interior designer on your side changes everything.

I don’t offer DIY design packages or hand you a shopping list to figure out on your own, my business is entirely done-for-you.

As your interior designer, my role goes far beyond picking colors and finishes. I am your advocate from start to finish:

✨ I’m on your side of the table when dealing with architects, tradespeople, and suppliers.

✨ I manage the site dynamics and personalities so you don’t have to.

✨ I anticipate and resolve problems before they ever reach your radar, saving you from costly mistakes and unexpected headaches.

✨ I handle the entire process with minimal fuss, allowing you to carry on with your busy daily life uninterrupted.

At the end of the project, you don't just get a beautiful house, you step into an elevated, effortlessly functional home tailored to how you actually live.

Thinking about transforming your space this season? Let’s take the stress off your plate.
DM me today to start discussing your project!

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12/10/2026

A beautiful sofa can catch your eye, but there’s a lot more I’m looking at before I’d recommend one for a client’s home.

When I’m sofa shopping, I’m thinking about:

→ Scale: does it actually suit the proportions of the room?
→ Dimensions: will there still be enough space to move comfortably around it?
→ Comfort: because looking beautiful isn’t enough if nobody wants to sit on it.
→ Fabric: how will it wear, clean and cope with everyday life?
→ Construction: I’m checking the frame, legs, back and overall quality.
→ The wider room: how will it work with the layout, other furniture, materials and overall design?

The right sofa isn’t necessarily the one that looks best on the showroom floor. It’s the one that works beautifully in your home and for the way you actually live.

Save this for your next sofa-shopping trip.

11/10/2026

A beautiful sofa can catch your eye, but there's a lot more I'm looking at before I'd recommend one for a client's home.

When I'm sofa shopping, I'm thinking about:

→ Scale: does it actually suit the proportions of the room?
→ Dimensions: will there still be enough space to move comfortably around it?
→ Comfort: because looking beautiful isn't enough if nobody wants to sit on it.
→ Fabric: how will it wear, clean and cope with everyday life?
→ Construction: I'm checking the frame, legs, back and overall quality.
→ The wider room: how will it work with the layout, other furniture, materials and overall design?

The right sofa isn't necessarily the one that looks best on the showroom floor. It's the one that works beautifully in your home and for the way you actually live.

Save this for your next sofa-shopping trip.

09/10/2026

When you invest in an interior designer, you're not simply paying someone to choose beautiful furniture, fabrics or finishes.

You're investing in the thinking behind every one of those choices: the sourcing, the coordination, the ability to hold the bigger picture while you're juggling work, family and everyday life alongside a renovation or new build.

For most of my clients, time and headspace are exactly what they don't have. That's where I come in.

DM me "PROJECT" and let's talk about how I can support your project from concept to completion.

07/10/2026

What can an interior designer get for €100 in Meubles - Home of Inspiration ? ✨

As an interior designer, I can never just browse. My brain is always working. Is the shape unusual enough to be interesting? Does the colour add something or just blend in? Will it still feel right in five years? How does it sit alongside everything else in the room?

I may have gone slightly over budget...But a flower vase and a pair of book stoppers that ticked every single box? Worth it.

Everything I picked is available in store at Meubles, Kilkenny. Go and see what you find.

02/10/2026

September, was a lot - but in the best way! 🍂✨

I honestly didn’t realise how much happened this month until I sat down to look back at it! Two collabs, a guest blog, a couple of newspaper columns, networking events, on Cork’s 96FM , lots of sourcing days and studio days in between!

I’m very grateful for the projects I’m working on at the moment, ones I’m genuinely excited about how it will change my clients lives, and that makes all the business worth it.

Hello October ✨🍂😌