Susan McGowan, the award-winning design expert from Athlone, recently teamed up with furniture retailer DFS on a survey exploring Irish homeowners’ design choices.
Susan, of the Ashen and Cloud design studio, said it was important that people trust their instincts and go with their gut when decorating their homes.
“Making a decision on your home décor doesn’t need to be make-or-break – styling is a journey of experimenting and discovering your personal preferences,” she said.
“You’ve got to be unapologetic about your choices.