Dtale Design by Deirdre O'Connell

04/09/2026

Model concepts for the upgrade of a luxurious Master Bedroom Suite in Castleknock Dublin. Introducing slim double doors into the Ensuite from the bedroom, and opening into the Walk-In to give a chance of space and depth.

Once signed off, these concepts turn into full design detailing and furnishing selections, before build kicks off installation.

25/08/2026

14/08/2026

Utility Pickings - Our Finishes Laid Out

Farrow & Ball Oxford Stone on the Upper Cabinets and open boot section. Colourtrend
Templar Gray on the lower cabinets paired with the moody Silestone Cinder Craze stone by consentino
Farrow & Ball Pointing on walls, archs and skirts. All cabinetry by Shiels & Co.

07/08/2026

The original hallway was simply a throughway, practical, long, narrow and stuffed with doors. We replaced the marfil crème floor with a warm oak hardwood, and we added proportion with colour and palette, using Farrow & Ball Inchyra Blue on the lower wall panels contrasting softly with an off-white above and across the ceiling.

Swipe for the before of this family hallway, I hope you can feel the amount of warmth too x

Design by By Deirdre O'Connell
Interiors Association

21/07/2026

For me, stand-out room design starts with the art.

Selecting artwork for the home can be mind-boggling. Here are my tips and tricks on how and where to source beautiful art which provide a source of colour, style, form and inspiration to any room. Check out July’s RSVP Magazine to read, with 𝗦í𝗹𝗲 𝗦𝗲𝗼𝗶𝗴𝗲 on the cover. Thanks to Blathin De Paor for the opportunity.

Featuring some exceptional art pieces from many wonderful Irish artists and suppliers
Paul Kenna
Blue Shoe Gallery

Fierce Nice
Cormac O'Leary
Isobel Henihan
The Doorway Gallery
SO Fine Art Editions
Art Source

Appletons Picture Framers
The Copper House

By Deirdre O'Connell

20/05/2026

Before & After : The Petit Powerhouse

A utility punching well above its weight - in asthete and function.

See the before and after of this pocket room.

We found space under the stairs to knock into for the washer / dryer.

Given the amount of light and air flow, we could close up a small window for cabinetry.

A new glass door from the kitchen shares wonderful light and a subtle glimpse of this dreamy space, adding a new sense of space and aspect from the kitchen.

08/05/2026

Old-world but whimsy, this is my favourite room in a recent project in the Terenure home of a connoisseur couple.

Elegant, charming and so so comfy, we mixed the elegant architectural features with layers of texture and tone, the original honeyed timber floorboard and doors lend warmth and authenticity.

Sized burnt ochre velvet armchairs and a buttery mustard occasional chair add a rich, autumnal depth and contrast. Laid back blue alcove cabinets in Selvedge by Farrow and Ball carry items of personality and character.
Timeless, inviting and effortlessly composed — a room designed as much for conversation as for comfort and contemplation. Captured by

17/04/2026

A glimpse into Castleknock project through a series of rooms for living, lounging, sleep and play.

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01/04/2026

An intimate snug, an extension of the kitchen and dining area, is a room to retreat and unwind. The atmosphere is cocooning yet refined, soothed in the soft, warm beige of Cord. Our furnishings and upholstery follow a cohesive, organic theme with nods to nature and botanicals.

03/03/2026

Mirror Mirror...precision cut.

Dark and moody greens in the small, under stairs WC in Blackrock, Dublin.

Moving the door offered us the nook for the wall to wall vanity, custom made by with mounted gunmetal tap.

Sweet Caper drenches the walls, ceiling and woodwork .

Designed by working with on this full house renovation
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