HOME MOVERS AND IMPROVERS –FIND OUT WHAT YOU CAN DO AT IRELAND’S LARGEST HOMES SHOW
MORE AND MORE FAMILIES ARE NOW TAKING THE OPPORTUNITY OF EXTENDING, RENOVATING OR SIMPLY IMPROVING THEIR HOMES BECAUSE HOUSE VALUES ARE RISING AND SUBSTANTIAL TAX BREAKS AND HOME ENERGY GRANTS ARE STILL AVAILABLE. NOW IS THE PERFECT TIME TO CREATE YOUR ID
The 2018 spring permanent tsb Ideal Home Show takes place at the RDS Simmonscourt, Dublin from Friday 20th to Sunday 22nd April. So, if you are are planning an extension or renovation and need to talk to an architect or builder, need advice on décor or interior design, or are looking for ideas in furniture, kitchens bathrooms. If you want to know how insulations, new doors and windows can make your house more comfortable and affordable, want to know how sustainable energy systems work or what a ‘SmartHome’ is – visit the permanent tsb Ideal Home Show this weekend. Here are just a few of the reasons why this year’s event is the best show yet:
THE AVIVA SMARTHOME
The AVIVA SmartHome feature shows you why a digital home is the way forward for the future. AVIVA have built a a full-size family home in the RDS which is automated with the latest home technology. The AVIVA SmartHome can even show you how to manage and control your home environment from your smartphone. See how to take the stress out of everyday life with technology designed to control your heating, security and energy saving. Turn to page 4 to learn more.
SPECIAL GUESTS
Presenter and designer, Linda Barker, from BBC’s ‘Changing Rooms’ will be on hand at the Irish Times Home and Design Theatre on Friday to give her expert tips on styling and renovating your home. Former Quantity Surveyor from RTE’s ‘Room to Improve’ - Patricia Power will be also there on Friday imparting her extensive experience of extend and build projects. Plus, TV3’s ‘Showhouse Showdown’s’ Kathtrina Furlong will reveal the design concepts behind her stunning Family Home Extension Showhouse. PERMANENT TSB CENTRE If you’re renovating your existing house, buying a new one or even building your dream home, then visit the permanent tsb Centre at Stand N60. The team will be on hand to answer any questions you may have and guide you through all you need to know about mortgages and home improvement loans. So, make sure you visit them while at the show.
FAMILY HOME EXTENSION SHOWHOUSE
More and more families are transforming their homes, and their lives, by adding an extension. The Family Home Extension Showhouse shows you how a 40 sq. metre extension (max size allowed without planning permission) can transform a normal family home. Kathtrina Furlong of Yours Personally and TV3’s ‘Showhouse Showdown’ has designed this modern, family home extension showing the very best in interior design ideas. The Family Home Extension has been built by leading contractor, Martin Prunty of Construct Plus and has been fitted out with bespoke furniture by The Cabinet Shop. Visiting the Showhouse lets you see how the clever use of space and the latest design concepts can transform your home. Turn to page 6 to learn how the Showhouse was created. The house and extension are set in a landscape garden designed and installed by Caragh Nurseries who will be on hand to discuss individual projects.
OUTDOOR LIVING SPACE & GARDEN ADVICE CLINIC
Michael O’Reilly of the Garden Design Shop and his experienced team of garden designers will be giving one-on-one advice to all homeowners who are looking for inspiration and guidance at the Garden Advice Clinic. There will also be a spectacular Outdoor Living Space, incorporating brilliant design by Michael O’Reilly, furniture from Irish Recycled Products (Stand U10) and children’s features
from the Garden Play team. Page 7 has all you need to know about the garden advice clinic.
IRISH TIMES HOME INTERIORS FAIR AND HOME AND DESIGN THEATRE
The Irish Times Home Interiors Fair brings together specialists from across all areas of home interior design. From furnishings, to decor, interior design, art, kitchens and bathrooms, the fair has a line-up of leading professionals to help you achieve your dream home. At the very heart of the fair is The Irish Times Home and Design Theatre. Attendees will get the chance to hear from some of the greatest interior design experts such as BBC’s ‘Changing Rooms’ presenter and designer, Linda Barker, who will be giving her tips on how to design your ideal living space. QS Patricia Power and top architects from the Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland (RIAI) will also be giving practical advice and expert guidance on a range of home improvement ideas. See page 14 for information on the Home Interiors Fair and page 15 for the theatre timetable.
COLOURTREND INTERIOR DESIGN FORUM
Ireland’s leading quality paint manufacturer, Colourtrend, will host the Colourtrend Interior Design Forum. Seven of Ireland’s top interior designers will be showcasing their own individually designed and built room sets. The designers will be there to provide you with awe-inspiring ideas for you to create your own rooms which are described in detail on page 13. With 37% of the visitors to the last show saying that advice on interior design was their main reason for attending the event, this Colourtrend Interior Design Forum is clearly a popular show and is not to be missed.
MITSUBISHI ELECTRIC HOME ADVICE THEATRE
The future is here and everything in your home is now at your fingertips. Presentations at the Mitsubishi Electric Home Advice Theatre will display all the information you need on the most up-to-date heating technology for your home. Mitsubishi will be presenting their new, advanced Mitsubishi Electric Ecodan air source heat pump at the stand. See page 12 for more on this and page 15 for the theatre timetable.
TAX BREAKS & ENERGY GRANTS
Take the opportunity to speak to the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) about their Better Energy Home Scheme. The SEAI will be available at Stand Q30 to give advice on this energy grant and other home energy savings you can benefit from. The Revenue Commissioners will be at Stand N82 to answer all your questions about the new Home Renovation Incentive Scheme. And, at Stand K45 they will be ready to give advice on The First Time Buyers Help to Buy Scheme, for all details on how to take that first step on the property ladder. Turn to page 14 to learn more about these schemes.
KITCHENS & BATHROOMS
This year’s permanent tsb Ideal Home Show has an incredible range of new kitchen and bathroom designs. Decide what your ideal kitchen should look like with exhibitors such as Christoff at StandO10 or Granite Tops at Stand O44. Visit the wide selection of bathroom exhibitors such as Halo Tiles and Bathrooms – Tom Doyle Supplies at Stand SH3. Take this chance to talk to a professional that can create a bespoke kitchen or bathroom based around your needs and style.
BUILD, EXTEND & RENOVATE PAVILION
With building and renovations experiencing a boom in recent times, the Build, Extend & Renovate Pavilion will show how you can get the most out of your home when extending, building and remodelling at this year’s permanent TSB Ideal Homes Show. Registered architects from the Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland (RIAI) will be at the show to help attendees with their home renovations. The one-stop-shop is perfect for those who need advice from concept to creation. For more information on all the exhibitors, visit www.idealhome.ie