Aoife Maria | Style So Simple
Interior designer delivering classic, liveable design ideas across Ireland/UK with balanced, timeless styling.

Barry Picks the Bathroom, I Call It Home
Episode 3 | Family bathroom Barry chose it. I simply live here… #bathroomdesignideas #bathroomtilesideas #interiordesigntips #newbuildjourney #newbuilds

Engineered Hardwood: Ideal Finish, Lifestyle-Dependent Choice
Engineered hardwood floors are one of my go to finishes and I recommend them to clients all the time. But like anything in design, they depend on your lifestyle. What flooring do you have in your home and would you choose it...

Why I Skipped Laminate Flooring for My New Home
Laminate flooring pros and cons you need to know before buying my honest opinion as an interior designer I’m currently building my own home and here’s why I didn’t choose laminate flooring let me know your thoughts or any flooring questions below. #interiortips #laminateflooring #flooringtips...

Use the 2/3 Rule for Perfect Sofa Fit
The easiest way to get your sofa measurements right? Use the 2/3 rule. Your sofa should be roughly 2/3 the width of your wall. Too small and it feels underwhelming. Too big and it starts to crowd the room. Save for your next sofa purchase...

Choose the Right Light Temperature to Transform Your Space
Most people don’t realise this, but the lighting temperature in your home can completely change how a room feels. Too cool and your home starts to feel cold and clinical. Too warm and it can look dull or yellow. Understanding lighting tones and...

Lock In Lighting, Layout, and Plumbing Before Walls
Things you must decide before first fix. Lighting, bathrooms, kitchen layout and plumbing positions all need to be locked in before the walls are closed and floors are poured. If you are building or renovating, save this. #interiortips #interiordesign #newbuild #newbuildhome #newbuildjourney