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Design for life Easy style for your dream home

A NIGHT’S TALE Bedrooms get a modern makeover

KITCHEN CHIC

Essential kit for home entertaining

DECO DELIGHTS

Hot new looks for every room

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Working together with Miranda Kerr we have created a truly beautiful collection inspired by her travels, love of nature and treasured memories.

Delicate, delightful and totally Miranda the collection perfectly captures her heart, passion and sense of style.

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The Home Front

Hip, hot and happening news for your nest

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The Hot List

New season design must-haves

Dear Customer Welcome to Arnotts Inside where each page is packed with beautiful furniture and inspiring ideas to transform your home. Every season our buying team brings you the most desirable collections of stylish and versatile furniture and homewares, each piece carefully selected to suit every space, budget and lifestyle.

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November will see the unveiling of our state-of-the-art kitchen department in our basement floor showcasing the finest quality cookware, labour-saving gadgets and stylish tableware. We hope it will be the ultimate destination for all your kitchen needs.

Architect, interior designer and TV presenter Denise O’Connor chooses her favourite pieces for her forever home

A visit to our Bed Linen department on the 2nd floor is highly recommended where you will be inspired with collections from the world’s leading brands including Sheridan, Christy, Foxford, Bedeck, Dorma and our very own exclusive Karla Bree.

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Travelling Companions

Perfect luggage for every journey

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Brand Directory

With the introduction of our new loyalty card, the Wonder Card, shopping at Arnotts has never been so rewarding. Enjoy earning and spending points on absolutely any purchases in-store or online, across all departments, without exception.

Where to find it in store

We hope Arnotts Inside inspires you to visit us in store or online at www.arnotts.ie to experience our full collection of furniture and homewares.

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Style Sanctuary

Ger Ryan, Homewares Buying Director

Dress your home in clean lines and cool colours

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Stylish sofas for every home 35

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Heart & Soul

The latest offerings from chic Scandinavian brand SOUL Lifestyle

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Objects of Desire

The hottest names in Irish design

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Caffeine Hit

The very best coffee machines

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A Family Affair

Foot Fall

Design a chic yet versatile family home

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Smart ideas underfoot 23

Create a grown-up home that’s warm and inviting

Sleep on it

4 pages of fabulous bedrooms

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In the Spotlight

How to assemble the perfect cooking kit

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Our pick of the best baking accessories

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On the cover Degano armchair, €690, button cushion, €40, both SOUL; Mica console table, €569, Content

by Conran; Blue vase, €109, BoConcept; Hermosa fuchsia rug, €635, Harlequin; You are my Sunshine and Have Hope paintings, €39.95 each, The Gallery; Selection of flowers, various prices, Robby photo frame, €36, all Sia; Organiser, €17, Paperchase.

For Arnotts: Homewares Buying Director Ger Ryan | Homewares Buyer Paula McCoy | Head of Marketing Lou Conlon For Image Publications Ltd: Editor Jillian Bolger | Assistant Editor Lisa Hughes | Art Director James Kelleher Publishing Director Richard Power | Editorial Director Laura George Arnotts Inside is published by Arnotts Ltd in association with Image Publications Ltd, Custom Publishing, Unit 2, Block 3 Harbour Square, Crofton Hall, Dun Laoghaire, County Dublin, Ireland; tel: + 353 1 271 9600.

Registered number: 56663. Directors: Richard Power, Ann Reihill, Patrick Dillon-Malone, Robert Power, Laura George and Gina Traynor. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part (including photocopying or storing it in any medium by electronic means) is prohibited without prior permission of Image Publications Ltd. The reproduction of colours is as accurate as the printing process will allow.

Whilst Arnotts Inside accepts third party advertising, it does not endorse or take any responsibility for products or services outside those of Arnotts. Please contact the advertiser directly. All items are subject to availability.

Arnotts has made every effort to ensure that product information and prices are accurate at the time of going to press. Some of these, including price, may change after publication.

For further information, please contact Arnotts, 12 Henry Street, Dublin 1, 01 8050400; www.arnotts.ie. Registered number: 0049000W.

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Change the way you watch TV forever With a sense of depth, wider viewing angles and clearer, more natural colour than ever experienced before, the NEW Samsung Curved UHD delivers TV viewing at its very best.

Surround your senses today.

See the new range of Samsung Curved UHD TVs at samsung.com

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itting comfortably? You’ve no excuse not to, with statement seats the biggest news in home décor. From sleek lines to architectural aesthetics, candy tones to bold colour pops, a statement chair is a thing of beauty, updating a room’s look in seconds. Part design piece part style declaration, choose your favourite to ensure you always have the best seat in the house.

Pictured: A selection of chairs from Calligaris, including the Amelie dining chair (left), €339.

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The big reveal Arnotts’ new kitchen department, unveiled in mid-November, is set to sizzle with its new design.

Created by Dalziel and Pow, you’ll find the latest kitchenware across three distinctive zones – Dine, Cook, and Bake. The department will contain a demonstration kitchen and showcase spaces where you can receive expert advice about all things kitchenware. Make a date!

Exclusively yours The team behind the Irish Design Shop, now in our Gift Department, are pros at tracking down home grown talent (see page 24) and they’ve just bagged some exclusive offerings for Arnotts. Our favourites include The Project Twins’ playfully illustrated calendar, with 12 individual drawings which can be framed, €15 and Fergus O'Neill’s gorgeous cloth-bound notebooks dedicated to the capital, €9.

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Let’s play Dublin’s only Toytown shop has just opened on the 2nd floor, offering the latest toys from favourites like Barbie, Lego, Mattel, Hasbro, Peppa Pig and much more. From Disney costumes to cuddly teddies, educational games to creative crafts, there’s a gift for the little (and not so little) people in your life. Harry bear, €16.99

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Time for tea Catwalk glamour meets afternoon tea with Royal Albert’s elegant new collaboration with supermodel Miranda Kerr. The A-lister’s delightful bone china collection channels vintage chic with a pastel palate and on-trend butterfly motif.

Now, sugar and milk, anyone? 3-piece blessing set, €62.95.

Write on Add a touch of bling to your home office with a glamorous gold notebook or personal diary. Paperchase is our go-to brand, with chic patterns, tones and styles to suit every need. Diary, €11, gold floral journal, €11, leather notebook, €17.

And so to bed Much-loved Irish brand Foxford Woollen Mills will be opening a special space in Arnotts this month offering a host of pretty bed linen, duvet covers and matching sheets alongside their iconic throws. Browse the company’s rich fabrics, made in one of the last working mills in Ireland, and get creative making curtains, covering chairs and more. For the finishing touches, Foxford’s cosy cushions and throws, made from 100% Irish wool, will see you through the winter in style. Foxford Grey Rose duvet cover, €95, Oxford pillowcases, €25 each.

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C arefully hand-crafted, and personalised with any monogram or crest, Newbridge Silverware cutlery is the gift to be enjoyed for a lifetime.

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CELEBRATING 80 YEARS Visit your local Newbridge Silverware stockist.

The sofa Designed by Sir Terence Conran for the Content by Conran collection, the Studio sofa is a smart and sophisticated feather-filled lounger that will complement any interior. Studio 3-seater sofa, €1,949, Content by Conran.

The lamp Renowned wallpaper makers Harlequin’s first range of handmade lamps are a fashionable lighting fix for any space.

Illuminate rooms with the 60s-inspired Pop table lamp in either glossy white or burnt orange. Pop lamp, €269, Harlequin.

The hot list Step into 2015 in style with our pick of new season design must-haves

The side table Small side tables don’t have to be bland and functional. Opt for a modern design with sleek glass top to ensure all corners ooze style. BoConcept’s Alba side table in copper is just the ticket. Alba copper table, €229, BoConcept.

The decanters As well as offering a variety of glasses tailored for your favourite tipple, Waterford Crystal’s Elegance range includes some irresistible teardropshaped decanters. With a curvy silhouette topped off with a round stopper, these decadent decanters are the only way to store drinks. Elegance decanter, €175, round decanter €125, both Waterford Crystal.

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The candles Forget boring vanilla and set the ambience to cool with Max Benjamin’s new range of tea scented candles, housed in cute caddies. Scents include revitalizing Assam & Lemon, relaxing Lime Flower & Lavender and soothing Victorian Earl Grey. Tea Collection candles, €14.95 each, Max Benjamin.

The light Create a cosy candlelit atmosphere with colourful hanging lights from Italian design powerhouse Kartell. The cool cylindrical Easy light comes in a range of bright colours from deep purple to sleek chrome for hanging alone or in a kaleidoscopic cluster. Easy pendant light, €85, Kartell.

The chair Snap up a little piece of furniture history with Carl Hansen’s now legendary Shell Chair.

Kitted out in slick black leather, the sturdy three-legged Shell Chair is already a design classic. Shell Chair, €2,549, Carl Hansen.

The mixer Smeg’s retro kitchenware packs an irresistible style punch – without losing out in the technology stakes.

The stainless steel stand mixer is sure to add a splash of 50s glamour to any kitchen. Stand mixer, €499.95, Smeg.

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Antwerp floor lamp

(Pictured with Denise) This large floor lamp can come in any Farrow & Ball colour.

A take on the classic anglepoise it will make a real statement in any living space and is really well priced, €299.

Architect, interior designer and TV presenter, the ever-chic Denise O’Connor chooses her forever wishlist for a stylish and timeless home.

Portraits by Paul Sherwood.

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enise O’Connor knows a thing or two about dream homes. MD of Optimise Design, an architecture and interior design company she runs on Merrion Square with fellowarchitect Catherine Crowe, the pair are perhaps best-known as RTE’s Design Doctors. Denise was recently chosen to develop a paint collection for Dulux called ‘Signature Collection’ and also writes on architecture and interiors for The Irish Times.

With a talent and passion for creating beautiful homes and transforming interiors, we asked the creative maven to draw up her ultimate furniture wish list, comprising beautiful investment pieces that will stand the test of time.

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by Ligne Roset

I’m a fan of mixing styles of furniture in a room and think that this chair would fit well in a contemporary or a more traditional setting.

I love the combination of fabric and timber in the beautiful detailing in the arms and back, meaning it looks great from every angle, from €2,369.

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Spin chair by Richard Stamp

I love colour and these dining chairs are a fantastic way to bring a pop of colour into a scheme. They come in a variety of shades which can be used in combination or alone, €399.

Balance shelving, Conran by Design

I love pieces that can be used in a variety of ways and in different areas of a home and this is why I’ve selected this gorgeous shelving unit. This is a stylish and really versatile piece of furniture which can be used vertically or horizontally and also functions beautifully as a room divider. €849.

Chiva coffee table by BoConcept

Storage is a really important consideration for everyone’s home and I love the gorgeous Chiva coffee table as not only is it really beautiful but it has tonnes of storage, making it not only a really stylish choice but a very practical one too, €899.

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by Natuzzi King Koil mattress

I read somewhere that you should buy the best shoes and mattress that you can afford because if you’re not in one you’re in the other. I stayed in a hotel a couple of years ago and slept so well that I went on the hunt for the exact same mattress. There are slightly different mattresses sold to the trade because of fire regulations but this Posture Rest by King Koil is the closest equivalent and a wonderful mattress – I can’t recommend it highly enough, €1,099 ( 5ft mattress).

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This is a really compact, elegant sofa. I like it because it can be easily updated with loose cushions and would work in a variety of spaces.

It’s a classic shape that will age gracefully, €1,839.

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The M Series Speakers The music you love in every room.

The best sounding Multiroom Audio System as chosen by consumers *

*Based on a survey of 100 consumers vs. 3 leading Multiroom Audio System competitor products.

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Compact Jacob sofa, €1,199, Large Jacob sofa, €1,299, both Ashley Manor; Red Daryl storage basket, €79, Match coffee table, €479, both Calligaris; Blue wire bowl, €59, BoConcept; Agnes high walnut shelving unit, €1,299, SCP Contemporary Classics; Micro music system, €139.99, Philips.

Room diffusers, €29.95, Salon candle, €29.95, both La Bougie; selection of books, WH Smith; Grey Task floor light, €602, Original BTC; Mica set of two round side tables, €199, Content

by Conran; Architectural glass wall art, €299 each, Black flower statue, €79, all BoConcept; Ladder bookcase, €139, Intersil; Striped rug, €950, Supreme Handloom; Houndstooth throw, €95, Foxford; Corran throw €58, Cushendale Woollen Mills; Print, €20 each (excl. frame), Clover Rua; Leonardo Trio decanter and wine glass set, €39.95; Vintage bottles, €44 each, Deco Hexagon cushion, €49, button cushion, €40, No 1 beige cushion, €55, Porto leather cushion, €150, all SOUL; Blinds by The Curtain Department.

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Quad pendant light, €675, Davey Lighting; Baron table, €2,499, New York chair, €239, Yellow Glenn platter €89, all Calligaris; Yellow glass vase, €89, BoConcept; Flowers, €29, Sia; Lilac 24-piece cutlery set, €168, Champagne flutes, €29 each, Villeroy & Boch; Charlene Mullen Foulard Star side plate, €10, dinner plate, €13, both Royal Doulton; Linen napkins, set of 4, €14.95, Charles Gallen; Vig bar stools (in background), €169 each, BoConcept.

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Pair of Lismore Diamond martini glasses, €115, cobalt nut bowls, €115 each, tall martini pitcher, €185, Mixology ice bucket, €250, all Waterford Crystal; Champagne flutes, €29 each, Villeroy & Boch.

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Set of 6 Fusion by Nendo cups, €49, set of 6 plates, €49, all BoConcept; Gordon Ramsay bowls, €9.95 each, mugs, €9.95 each, all Royal Doulton; Selection of Kilner jars, from €3.95; Joseph Joseph bread bin, €64.95; Toaster, €69.99, kettle, €69.99, both Morphy Richards; Pixie coffee machine, €169.99, Nespresso; 3-piece Elevate knife set, €34.95, Joseph Joseph; Set of 4 Colourtone steak knives, €31.95, Stellar; Wave cup and saucer, €16, Villeroy & Boch; Potted pansies, €10.99, each Sia; Salt and pepper mills, €18.95 each, Cole & Mason.

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Cherry casseroles, €111.95 and €116.95, both Denby; Jamie Oliver stew pot, €159.95, Tefal; Tote bag, €22.50, Clover Rua; Analon masher, €14.95, ladle, €14.95, fish slice, €15.95, whisk, €10.95, pasta server, €14.95, all Raymond Blanc; 5-piece saucepan set, €169.95, Stellar.

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Pink geometric cushion, €49, BoConcept; Lippy bedstead, €1,499, Lippy bedside chest, €329, both Willis & Gambier; Set of 2 charcoal stripe Oxford pillowcases, €59, Pebble duvet cover, €149, pink flat sheet, €89.95, all Ralph Lauren Home; Grey Bloomsburg lamp, €60, PR Home; Set of 2 His and Hers candles, €29.95, Max Benjamin; Rhino enamel photo frame, €38.95, Addison Ross.

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Bermuda oak table, €245

Zig zag wool rug, €249

Turtle chair, €1,685

Contemporary Cool Modern Classics Time black floor lamp, €395 Medley side table, €139

Karetta chair chair, €1,015 Churchill leather 2.5 seater sofa, €3,500

Heart & Soul Globally-inspired, with a Scandinavian heart, SOUL Lifestyle offers beautiful designs for every home

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new addition to your classically-influenced home, SOUL Lifestyle’s new collection has it covered.

Take your pick from laidback designs oozing understated charm or express yourself with effortlessly cool pieces loaded with personality. The Churchill leather sofa, a modern-day classic, will lend comfort and character to any room while the New Haven dining table will bring Cape Cod chic to any setting.

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For a contemporary home fall for the eye-catching appeal of a clean-lined sofa, angular coffee table or statement chair. Bold, colourful accessories complement the collection – browse the room sets in Arnotts and see how each piece of furniture can bring your home to life.

Whether you dream of classic or cool, SOUL Lifestyle’s blend of Scandinavian chic lets your home do the talking.

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The Tea Cloth

31 Chapel Lane

Simple and sophisticated is the basic premise of textile business 31 Chapel Lane whose linen range is now stocked as far as NYC, Japan and Paris. The brainchild of architect Damien Hannigan and partner Joy Fu, their Irish linen business was inspired by a love for clean, unadorned homeware that would last forever. Beyond doilies and table runners, their aim is to celebrate the seed of heritage in a non-traditional manner. “We wanted to capture the essence of the pure quality of Irish fabrics and keep it simple,” explains Joy. “Our approach to home interiors is one of simplicity or just enough.

Taking tea cloths as an example, they are a must in every household and should be practical as well as complement rather than outdo other products. We endeavour to bring the splendour of Irish craft into everyday living; we want to see the Sunday linen from the side dresser on the midweek table.” Chapel Lane tea cloth, €16.95.

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Dunbeacon Pottery “Does it work? That's the first question I ask myself before I begin creating,” says potter Helen Ennis. The functionality of a piece of pottery is the most seminal part, then comes aesthetics. Her best-selling item is a simple coffee cup that she began making fifteen years ago when she moved to West Cork and is still a steady seller today. “Lots of people have a ‘favourite’ cup they like to drink out of so it's quite an intimate object to make.” On arriving in West Cork in 2000, her design aesthetic was more architectural. ”I brought the city with me,” she laughs. Over time her work has become softer and in a strange way, more contemporary. “I make simple things that any environment can hold. The coffee cup is an example of that, it's a happy little object.” Dunbeacon mug, €15.

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From beautifying the humble tea cloth to creating the perfect coffee cup, Orla Neligan meets six creative forces showcasing at Irish Design Shop at Arnotts, all of whom share a love of simple, sophisticated and contemporary design The Picture Frame Rocker Lane Workshop

Turning dirt into decoration is all in a day’s work for architect Sean Fogarty and business partner and carpenter Michael Heffernan, whose canny use of reclaimed maple flooring has resulted in a modern sustainable collection that includes furniture and their best-selling picture frame. Salvaged from old dance halls, schools and gyms, it is the ‘worn’ look of the old fused with the ‘new’ sanded versions that has created their signature style. “We use the inherent properties of the old boards contrasted with the new finish to create the authentic look,” explains Sean. They’ve had so many requests for their frames, they now make up half of their income. So what’s the appeal? “Every floor is different so every frame is different. You have the character of the aged wood and the clean contemporary lines.” Rocker Lane A4 frame, €35.

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The Salt & Pepper Mills Matt Jones, Woodturner

“I’m interested in the vernacular,” says woodturner Matt Jones who, after years playing in bands and touring the world, has set up home and studio with his wife and four children in Riverstown, Co. Sligo. “I like to make objects that are both simple and functional.” His salt and pepper mills are an example of this philosophy – clean, uncluttered and functional. It is the distinct lack of ornamentation and detail that makes them contemporary. Plus the fact that, according to Matt, you don’t need to embellish what nature has already given you. “Unlike clay, which is dead and flat, wood is alive, constantly changing which makes it so interesting to work with.” His mills are made from native Irish wood: sycamore, beech, oak and ash and can be custom made in varying sizes. “What you see is what you get with wood. And, if you follow the principles of what makes a great object instead of what looks great, you’re likely to create something beautiful that will last.” Matt Jones salt and pepper mills, €120.

The Bird House

Mary Neeson, Ceramicist

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Living on the edge of Killarney National Park provides plenty of inspiration for ceramicist Mary Neeson, whose latest design, a colourful porcelain bird feeder, is not only a departure from her usual work but introduces function to her range. “There is something hugely therapeutic in watching little birds feeding from something I’ve made. The houses seem to appeal to young and old: kids love the bright colours and everyone loves seeing the different birds arriving.”

The houses are made on the potter’s wheel, then hand painted and glazed, they are light but sturdy, even surviving the storms earlier this year. Their appeal has meant they aren’t just confined to the garden with customers using them as decorative pieces in bathrooms, nurseries and in windows.

“The natural world offers me endless design possibilities in form, colour, texture and balance,” says Mary who describes her style as simple, clean and modern. “Less is definitely more.” Mary Neeson bird houses, €42 each.

Dublin has always been seductive for artists providing iconic details to mull and muse over. For Anita Elliot and Martin Gleeson of Clover Rua, it was returning to the capital after several years in Australia that spurred inspiration for their textile company, and their award-winning design ‘The Bridges over the River Liffey’. “Ireland has such a rich heritage, we look to the unsung heroes, from strong guilds of craftsmen and engineers who have left indelible marks on our architecture.” The Bridges success is down to its purity of line, explains Anita. “We love how it screen prints onto linen and seeing our tote bags out and about is such a thrill.” The process starts with a hand drawn picture so each product has a personality that works with the contemporary home.

“We work with clean lines and like to keep our designs simple and uncluttered.

Iconic details such as Georgian doors, lampposts, windows, shop fronts and bridges are all celebrated in our work.” Clover Rua cushion, €65.

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“With an aluminium core, these pans are lightweight and give you excellent heat distribution. The hard anodised surface adds maximum strength, durability, and resistance to wear and tear meaning they’re fantastic for everyday use. The entire range is also non-stick and dishwasher safe.”

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Tefal’s unique Thermo-Spot™ heat indicator tells you when the pan has reached optimal cooking temperature to help seal in the flavour of the food Ultra resistant non-stick coating is scratch resistant even to metal utensils (except whisks and knives) Solid riveted handles with silicone give a comfortable, soft grip Compatible with all hobs including induction Dishwasher and oven safe

For the complete range visit www.arnotts.ie

Caffeine fix

No countertop, office or dinner party is complete without a coffee machine these days. Unsure which kind of caffeine fix you need?

We spill the beans on the best coffee machines on the market, ensuring you’ll be brewing up a storm in no time De’Longhi Eletta Plus BEAN-TO-CUP

Dolce Gusto Jovia PODS

De’Longhi Magnifica

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Best for Offices and dinner parties Star features add a rich froth to your cappuccino with the manual cappuccino device or blend a rich espresso and increase or decrease your coffee intensity with a touch of the dial. This delightful De’Longhi lets you prepare two cups of coffee in one brewing, and with the new silent integrated coffee grinder it’s the perfect addition to any office space.

The look Sleek silver and classic black, €799.99.

Best for Coffee fans with limited space and budget Star features With its cute round design, the Dolce Gusto Jovia is a stylish addition to any contemporary kitchen.

On top of that this compact coffee wizard uses an impressive 15 bar pump pressure to deliver up to 30 caféstyle hot or cold drinks.

The look White, black and red. €99.99.

De’Longhi Dedica

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Best for Coffee fans who want a real Italian coffee experience at home Star features This slimline 15cm-wide take on the traditional pump coffee machine whips up rich cappuccinos, lattes and macchiatos with the frothing wand and the self-priming system means it’s always espresso-ready.

The look A trio of professional finishes – stainless steel, bright red and classy black, €269.99.

Best for Connoisseurs of both creamy coffee and aromatic espresso Star features The top-of-the-range Eletta Plus grinds fresh beans internally to deliver aromatic espressos, creamy cappuccinos and silky smooth lattes, at the touch of a button.

Top Eletta features include ‘Latte Crema’ micro-foam technology to create the creamiest milk froth yet, ’Milk Menu’, automatic cleaning system and intuitive soft touch panel to memorise your favourite brews.

The look Chic silver, €699.99.

Nespresso Lattissima

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Best for Espresso coffee with the convenience of Nespresso capsules.

Star features Brew rich espressos, cappuccinos and lattes at the touch of a button with Lattissima’s single touch milk carafe and frother. Programmable drinks functions memorise your favourite drinks.

The look Dashing in red, black or white (€279) or chic silver (€299).

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Verona corner group sofa, €3,999, Natuzzi Editions; Balance walnut bookcase, €859, Content by Conran; Urban lamp, €120, PR Home; Occa coffee tables, €299 each, purple vase, €49, green vase, €59, all BoConcept; Beige Lux Novak cushion, €84, green Celia cushion, €55, Caleido cushion, €42, purple Sofia cushion, €59, all SOUL; Elliot felt storage basket, €59; Pure assorted throws, €58 each, Cushendale Woollen Mills; Heritage bowl, €40.95, Denby; Purple cup and saucer, €19.95 each, Leonardo; Solo headphones, €159.99, Beats; Retro Roberts radio, €269.99; Photo frames, €33.95 and €38.95, Addison Ross; Selection of books, WH Smith.

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Chef titianium mixer, €699.99, Kenwood; Apple mixing bowl, €21.99, apple basin, €7.95, both Mason Cash; Raymond Blanc muffin tin, €14.95, Analon; Chopping board, €56. 55, set of 3 wooden spoons, €5.95, both T&G; Sieve, €13.95, Judge; Sugar shaker, €11.95, Tala; Tea towel, €9.95, Green Monkey Designs; Cookbooks from a selection at WH Smith; Glass bottle, €5.95, Eddingtons; Rolling pin, €27.95, Elevate carousel, €66.50, both Joseph Joseph; Vintage toaster, €99.99, Vintage kettle, €99.95, both De’Longhi; Daphne vase, €79, Calligaris; Set of 5 cake tins, €48.95, yellow caddy, €22.95, both Orla Kiely; Kilner jars, from €3.95.

Bowl, €10.95, side plate, €10.95, both Orla Kiely; Swing glass, €10.95, jug, €31.95, both Leonardo; Berry 30-piece cutlery set, €109.95, Arthur Price; Large Kilner jar, €11.95; Lunch bag, €16, pen, €4, memo block, €6.50, notebook, €12, all Paperchase.

Krok cork centrepieces, from €69, Calligaris; Heritage salad plate, €12.95, dinner plate, €13.95, jug, €28.95, pasta bowl, €15.95, mug, €13.95, all Denby; Blue Swing glass, €10.95, latte glasses, €3.95 each, all Leonardo; Set of 4 red wine glasses, €12.95, Ravenhead; Multi flower caddy, €21.95, red and yellow canisters, €13.95 each, both Orla Kiely; Storage jars, diverse sizes and prices, Jamie Oliver; Maestria coffee machine, €399.99, Nepresso.

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Willow bedstead, €899, Willow bedside chest, €279, both Willis & Gambier; Grey balloon lamp, €45, PR Home; Primrose Bergamot candle, €29.95, Orla Kiely; Enamel frame, €35.95, Addison Ross; Above the Sky painting, €389, BoConcept; Lace stripe cushion, €32 each, pillowcase, €15 each, Grey Lace pillowcases, €20 a pair, throw, €160, all Scion; King duvet cover, €50, Julian Charles Hotel Collection; Check throw, €95, Foxford; Baca peacock rug, €990, Scion.

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Green Glenn platter, €89, Daphne vase, €79, both Calligaris; Berry 30-piece cutlery set, €109.95, Arthur Price; Heritage salad plate, €12.95, dinner plate, €13.95, both Denby; Set of 4 red wine glasses, €12.95, Ravenhead.

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Toros armchair, €959, Content by Conran; Grey tripod floor lamp, €110, PR Home; Stool, €169, BoConcept; Aqua robe, €91, Christy; Slippers, €70, Ugg; Lotte bear, €50, Steiff; Sock dogs, €29.95, Red Rufus; Handcrafted hardwood sports car, €36, and bus, €36, both Craftwoods; Wooden toolbox, €65, Woodbofin; Mixed books from WH Smith.

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Sleep on it

Follow our tips to create the ultimate dream bedroom.

Words by Lizzie Gore-Grimes

The Master Bedroom

The look: Luxurious and romantic The mood: Grown-up glamour Insider tip: Buy the best bed linen Nothing’s nicer than slipping into a bed freshly made up with beautiful linen. If you’ve had your sheets for a number of years it might be time to treat yourself to an upgrade. Pure cotton feels wonderful to sleep in and Egyptian cotton sheets are the ultimate in comfort and style. Buy the highest thread count that you can afford – the higher the count, the finer the fabric. In-store you’ll find superb offerings at every price point from Bedeck, Christy and Sheridan.

(clockwise from top left) Grey Script cushion, €35, Bedeck; Radiance duvet cover, €70, pillowcase, €15 each, all Bedeck; Millennia double duvet, €325, Oxford pillowcase, €50, all Sheridan; Newmark double duvet, €170, pair of pillowcases, €60, all Sheridan; Honesty throw, €90, Bedeck; Dianthus double duvet set including pillowcases, €65, V&A.

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The Guest Room

The look: Stylish and welcoming The mood: Hotel chic Insider tip: Cut the clutter Your guest room should never feel like a storeroom or afterthought. Take care creating a charming space that visitors will feel at home in. Clear the clutter and remove anything not deemed essential.

A neat, space is more conducive to good sleep, although a few well-chosen books, paintings and pleasing pieces of furniture will add personality. The best hotels groom their beds with tightly tucked corners and pillows laid flat and stacked. Aim to impress!

(clockwise from top left) Hartley duvet set with two pillowcases, €60, Helena Springfield; Woodland double duvet, €158, pair of Oxford pillowcases, €59.50, both Christy; Karina throw, €111; Santiago double duvet, €158, pair of Oxford pillowcases, €59.50, all Christy.

A good night’s sleep Sleep expert, Lucy Wolfe, shares her top sleep tips 1. Make sleep health a very high priority.

2. Create an optimal environment for sleep: quiet, dark, cool and comfortable.

3. Operate a regular wake and sleep pattern, ideally committing to seven hours sleep a night (more if your body needs it). Try and avoid varying wake times, even over weekends!

4. Observe a healthy diet and an appropriate exercise regime to enhance optimal sleep and alertness.

Lucy Wolfe is a paediatric sleep consultant and mum of four young children. She runs Sleep Matters, a private sleep consulting practice providing knowledge and valuable support to families across the country.

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The Guy's Room The look: Smart and masculine The mood: Chilled-out comfort Insider tip: A sophisticated palette of blues or greys is masculine and stylish and can be teamed with shades of navy or charcoal for visual interest. For the ultimate style statement choose these darker tones as accent colours alongside a neutral – maybe a pale wall or crisp white bed linen. Don’t be afraid to introduce accessories with stripes or check, but don’t overdo it on the patterns!

(clockwise from right) Sewell double duvet, €185, pair of pillowcases, €55, all Sheridan; Throws, €95 each, Foxford Woollen Mills; Grey Country Check double duvet, €219, pair of pillowcases, €39, both Lexington; Squirrel cushion, €59, BoConcept; Leaf cushion, €65, Harlequin

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The Dreamy Boudoir The look: Feminine and fun The mood: Laidback luxe Insider tip: Beds can be beautiful They might seem functional, but a bed can be a thing of beauty and should make a style statement all of its own. From wooden bedsteads to divans with under-bed storage, massage beds with adjustable heights to those with in-built sound systems, there’s a bed to suit every style and pocket.

(clockwise from right) Blythe Meadow double duvet set including pillowcases, €65, V&A; Ellie duvet set with two pillowcases, €65, Helena Springfield; Spring Flowers double duvet, €99, Oxford pillowcase, €20, all from Sanderson; Iris duck egg double duvet, €135, Oxford pillowcases, €35, all Dorma.

Did you know?

Arnotts beds are made by the world’s most established bed manufacturers with a reputation for the highest quality standards and feature all the latest and greatest innovations in mattress technology. There are over 40 different models to choose from and the team of sleep experts at Arnotts will help you get the best night’s sleep with advice on technological innovations in mattresses and beds. Bespoke double mattresses can be manufactured to suit different postures, sleep positions and support requirements on each side, so one bed suits both sleepers. Arnotts environmentally dispose of old mattresses and can have larger mattresses made with zip and link systems to allow for easy access delivery.

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Window shopping Bespoke blinds and madeto-measure curtains will give your room an instant update Curtain in Linden Grey €38 per metre

Curtain in Lorent Natural, €25 per metre

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Dinner’s served Food writer and cookbook editor Aoife Carrigy selects her ultimate cookware kit for achieving great results every mealtime.

Your Starter Kit

Stainless steel Stainless steel cookware is often the entry-level choice for novice cooks. It’s worth choosing well, as the most basic stainless steel cookware can be very thin-based resulting in unpredictable heat distribution. The thick ‘hot-forged’ bases of a reliable range such as Stellar 7000 guarantees more even heat distribution, and their oven-safe cast handles and 10 year lifetime guarantee (where applicable) promise durability. The internal measuring guide is an extra bonus for convenience. 3 piece 7000 set, €109.95 (promotional price valid until 9/11/2014).

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Invest in a quality knife set, a good place to start is the Henkel’s Twin Pollux Knife Block (€99) which includes a paring knife, utility and cooks knife so you’re equipped for all meat and veg preparation.

Stellar and Circulon both offer three-piece 16–20cm saucepan sets, with glass lids to observe your cooking without disturbing it.

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Choose an oven-proof frying pan for perfect pan-roasting; Circulon’s frying pans offer versatility, heat control and durability. 20cm frying pan, €39.95 A 22cm casserole is ideal for cooking onepot dinners for two, and Denby cast iron is a lifetime investment.

Imperative for the health-conscious cook, Judge’s multi-steamer fits between pots between 16–20cm, Judge Steamer, €36.95 Braun’s four-piece hand blender is ideal for everything from smoothies to soups, and comes with a chopper and whisk for extra convenience.

Braun Hand Blender, €99.95

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Non-stick anodised aluminium Aluminium is an excellent conductor of heat, allowing you to maximise heat control and easily switch between boiling and simmering, for example. Anodised aluminium has been hardened for extra durability and to make it less reactive to acidic foods. It is typically lined with a non-stick surface to minimise the need for oils or fats in cooking and for easy cleaning. Some non-stick brands can scratch, stain or chip easily, but the non-stick range pioneered

by Circulon employs raised circles to reduce surface abrasion from cooking and cleaning utensils. Circulon 4 piece cookware set, €179.95 (promotional price valid until 9/11/2014).

A full-sized food processor is an investment, but the strong motor on the Chrome Magimix Cuisine 5200 (€422.99) means it will be a long-term friend in the kitchen, providing shortcut solutions for all blending, chopping, dicing and pulsing chores.

Domini Kemp’s Braised Beef with Red Wine and Penne This recipe requires a 24-hour head start, but the result is a rich, unctuous dish that you will marvel at. It can be used as a special Sunday evening dinner, and then you can flesh out the cooled leftovers with some frozen peas and freeze it so you have a tasty dish ready to go. Adapted from the brilliant River Café Cook Book.

Marinate the beef in the red wine overnight. Then drain the meat and keep the wine. Pat the meat dry and then heat up the olive oil in a heavy-based saucepan. When it’s good and hot, add the beef and sear it all over, keeping the heat up high and seasoning the meat very well. If you find the meat is stewing rather than colouring, remove it with a slotted spoon, let any liquid evaporate, add some more olive oil and get it to the point of smoking. You really need to get some colour going.

While this is happening, roughly chop the celery, onion and garlic and chuck into the saucepan and mix well. Add the herbs and spices. Then add in the mushrooms – which you can drain and roughly chop – and add in 3/4 of the reserved wine that you marinated the beef in and most of the mushroom soaking water. (It’s probably good to strain this water

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a bit as it can sometimes be a bit gritty.) Bring the meat up to a simmer, add the bay leaves, cover and gently simmer for at least 3–4 hours over a very low heat. Top up with any remaining water or wine to keep the sauce ‘wet’. It’s best to let the meat cool down, settle and then ‘mash’ with a fork. Then add enough olive oil to give it a saucy unctuousness and reheat gently.

Boil up the pasta, drain and toss with the beef sauce and pine nuts (which you can lightly toast in a dry pan) add in some lemon zest and adjust the seasoning. Top with Parmesan and serve.

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500g chuck steak, diced 1 bottle Chianti wine Olive oil Salt and pepper 1 head celery 1 red onion, peeled and diced 3 cloves garlic, peeled and diced Small bunch sage 2 sprigs rosemary 5 juniper berries 4 cloves 30g dried porcini mushrooms, soaked in 500 ml hot water 4 bay leaves 20g pine nuts 500g penne Zest of 1 lemon 100g Parmesan SERVES 6

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Stackable pots Non-stick cookware innovators Tefal have created Ingenio, a range of quality cookware and accessories with detachable handles. As well as featuring their Thermo-Spot technology which tells you when pans are hot enough for cooking, Ingenio boasts detachable handles which clip on in just one click, allowing you turn a pot into an oven-ready casserole dish and table-ready serving dish. Great space savers, they come with an enamelled exterior featuring Tefal’s new longer lasting coating and add to that anti warp technology and you have cookware for life. 4 piece set, €89.95

Cast iron Our granny’s grannies cooked on cast iron frying pans, and this steady conductor of heat was perfect for retaining the precious heat of an open fire or range, being slow to cool once heated. The downside of cast iron was that it reacted badly to acidic foods and sauces, a problem solved by Le Creuset by adding a chip-resistant enamel coating. Their classic cocotte (French Oven) casserole pot is the ideal ‘oven-to-tableware’ for everything from stews to one-pot roasting and even bread and cake baking. The extensive range comes with a lifetime guarantee, and in a choice of funky colours. Le Cresuet 18cm cocottes, from €134.95

Domini Kemp’s Courgette, Pine Nut and Ricotta Tart 2 tbsp olive oil 3–4 courgettes (approx. 1kg) Salt and pepper 500g ricotta 4 eggs, beaten Large handful basil, roughly torn Grated nutmeg 150g Parmesan 1–2 cloves garlic, peeled and crushed 500g puff pastry Flour for dusting Large handful pine nuts MAKES 12 GENEROUS SLICES

This tart will stay tasty even after a day or two in the fridge. It shouldn’t go soggy, though it won’t be quite as crisp and delicious as if consumed on the day it’s made!

Preheat the oven to 200°C. Heat up the olive oil in a decent-sized frying pan and slice the courgettes thinly. Sweat them in the oil on a medium to low heat and season well. When they are soft, set aside to cool. Mix the ricotta, eggs, basil, nutmeg and 50 g Parmesan, along with the garlic. You can do this with a whisk, spoon or electric beater. Season this mixture also.

On a lightly floured surface, roll out the puff pastry so that it is slightly larger than a standard baking tray. Then fold over the edges to form a little rim and slightly crimp the pastry. Slide the baking tray (the kind with no edges) under the pastry and put back in the fridge.

When the courgettes have cooled down, spread the ricotta mixture on top of the pastry and smooth with a spatula. Layer the courgettes on top and then sprinkle the pine nuts and remaining 100 g grated Parmesan on top of that.

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Bake for about 35–40 minutes until slightly puffed up and a lovely golden brown. Allow it to cool down, slice and serve. Otherwise, cool down fully, refrigerate and serve cold the next day. It’s also fine to reheat at about 180°C for 15 minutes or so.

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CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: Charlene Mullen Foulard Star dinner plate, €13, Royal Doulton; Anmut My Colour flat plate, €33, Villeroy & Boch; Fable plate, €5.95, Royal Doulton; Barado 44-piece cutlery set, €620, Newbridge; Lismore Diamond bowl in red, €300, Lismore balloon red wine glass, €85, Lismore Essence white wine glass, €120 a pair, Lismore spirit decanter, €415, all Waterford; With Love noir cake slice and knife, €50, Vera Wang; Anmut My Colour dessert plate, €27, Villeroy & Boch; Eastgate dinner plate, €48.95, salad plate, €33.95, both Noritake; Charlene Mullen Foulard Star cup and saucer set, €15, Royal Doulton; Fleurology angled rose bowl, €100, Waterford; Royal Doulton Charlene Mullen Foulard Star espresso cup and saucer, €13, Vera Wang With Love noir tray, €50, Wedgwood.

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Dress to impress with a treasure-laden table of china, crystal and silverware

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Whether you’re a sweet-toothed novice, a cupcake obsessive determined to wow or a keen baker, having the right equipment is the first essential step towards the sweet smell of success, writes Aoife Carrigy

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While you may well fall in love with certain baking tins and become convinced your life needs them, a few basic bakeware items will get you started. Invest in a couple of versatile, hard-wearing baking tins with detachable sides and bases, such as the Circulon Round Springform cake tin (06, €20.95) which is a good standard size. You may want to add a Swiss Roll tin and muffin tin. Always choose non-stick coating (for less added fat for greasing surfaces), heavyduty steel (for uniform heat distribution) and rolled pan edges (for extra strength and long-lasting warp resistance.) You can’t get baking without a decent sized mixing bowl. Think stainless steel for durability or stick with a traditional classic like Mason & Cash's ceramic mixing bowl (04, €24.95) or Joseph Joseph’s Nest Mix, (02, €29.95) a gorgeous set of stackable rainbow-coloured mixing bowls with a dinky egg separator. For perfectly rolled pastry, Joseph Joseph’s wooden rolling pin (01, €27.95) measures the thickness of pastry as it rolls.

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A good mixer takes the elbow grease out of baking by doing everything from folding and whipping to beating and mixing. The Kenwood Classic Chef is the ultimate investment piece, its signature K-hook specially designed for mixing dough. The K-Mix Kitchen Machine (03, €499.99) is a contemporary alternative, combining Kenwood’s co-ordinated range of kitchen accessories with colourful design. If you’re tight on space, the K-Mix Hand Mixer (05, €179.99) is a good compromise.

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Once you’ve got your basics sorted, it’s time to think about other specific needs. If space is tight pick up a folding weighing scales like the clever Joseph Joseph TriScale (08, €44.95).

Tala’s Tilting Icing Turntable (07, €21.95) makes cake decorating a cinch. Charles Viancin’s Sunflower Silicone Lid (11, €12.95) provides a firm air-tight seal for all smooth rimmed containers, allowing you to save on cling film while proving dough.

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Catherine Fulvio’s Plum and Almond Cake with a Cinnamon Topping There is always big excitement here at Ballyknocken when the plums are ready to pick.

They conveniently come at a time when there is a lull in fruit production – the gooseberries and raspberries are finished and the apples and pears aren’t ripe yet, so the plums are always very welcome. This cake is the equivalent of a tray bake, so it’s easy to make, serve and eat!

For the cake: 180g butter, softened 160g caster sugar 3 eggs 200g plain flour, sifted 100g ground almonds 2 tsp baking powder zest and juice of 1 orange 100ml milk 3 plums, pitted and chopped

For the topping: 2 tbsp golden caster sugar 1 tsp ground cinnamon 1 plum, sliced, to decorate 4 tbsp flaked almonds, to decorate SERVES 8

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You’ll need to look the part of course: Le Creuset's hard-wearing aprons (09, €40.95) set the serious cooks apart, while Ulster Weaver’s aprons (10, €18.95) bring a fun splash of colour to proceedings.

You’ll need the right tools too. Le Creuset’s silicon spatulas (14, from €11.95) and spoons are just the job for avoiding wastage, their flexibility ensuring a thorough clean. (Consider picking up a silicone pastry brush for easy cleaning.) And for applying those finishing touches to your masterpiece cakes and cookies, Tala’s Icing Bag Set (13, €22.95) is a dinky little retro-looking tin containing a diverse plethora of nozzles and for fabulous fondant or cookies the Cake Boss 5 piece star cutters (12, €12.95) will add a professional touch. Baking has never looked so easy.

1 Preheat the oven to 160°C/fan 140°C/gas 3. Line the base and sides of a 20cm square tin.

2 Cream the butter and sugar until pale and fluffy.

Add the eggs one at a time. Fold in the flour, ground almonds and baking powder. Stir in the orange zest and juice and the milk to form a soft consistency. Carefully fold in the plums.

3 Pour the batter into the tin. Combine the golden caster sugar and the cinnamon in a small bowl and then sprinkle it over the top.

4 Bake for 25 minutes, until a skewer inserted into the centre of the cake comes out clean. Allow to cool slightly in the tin before placing on a cooling rack. Once the cake is completely cooled, decorate it with the plum slices and the flaked almonds.

The recipe is taken from Catherine’s new book, Bake like an Italian, published

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Give your home a fresh new look with a plush carpet, colourful rug, or sophisticated natural flooring The Space: The Living Room The mood: Inject a cosy vibe and modern look with a vibrant splash of colour.

The fix: Bright rugs lend a soft edge to a living space while delivering a plush and versatile focal point. Sanderson’s Abstract rug brings a fresh spring palette all year round while Harlequin’s Enigma design will lend artsy appeal. Feeling daring? Go bold with a big design like Brink and Campman’s Thistle or Artichoke.

ROGER OATES WILTON RUNNER COLLECTION IN HENLEY PLUM, €165 P/M²

HARLEQUIN RUGS

Crucial Trading Sisal Boucle, €44 p/m²

Crucial Trading Sisal Mysia Slate, €65 p/m² Brink & Campman Thistle rug, €495

Harlequin Enigma rug, €455

Sanderson Abstract rug, €455

V&A TWIST IMPERIAL ONYX, €65 P/M2

The Space: The Bedroom The mood: Create a dreamy sleep haven with the perfect base, a classic carpet.

The fix: Whether you want an oasis of calm or colourful boudoir, a cosy carpet can set the tone. Neutral shades of grey, beige or white complement adventurous décor, or opt for a rich tone to add irresistible year-round warmth.

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Roger Oates Belgrave Black, €165 p/m²

The Space: The Hall & Stairs Ryafine Luxury Classic White, €64 p/m²

Ryafine Luxury French Grey, €64 p/m²

V&A Twist Jadeite, €65 p/m²

The mood: Elevate those overlooked areas into attractive spaces with chic design aesthetics.

The fix: For a neutral, textured look that’s durable turn to natural floorcoverings with beautiful weaves, designs and tones. Fancy something more streamlined? Choose a flatweave runner in eye-catching shades.

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Our Carpet Department offers a complete service, from measuring and estimating free of charge to uplifting your old flooring and environmental disposal. We’ll even move your furniture for you! Our premium fitting service offers advice on the correct underlay to use and what’s best for underfloor heating and noise reduction. Just like the paint companies, we can dye your carpet to match your paint colour and we have the widest selection of handmade rugs in Ireland.

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Duchess armchair, €1,419, Content by Conran; Hudson throw, €113, Bon Bon footstool, €139, both SOUL; Karina cushion, €37, Christy.

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Set of 2 baskets €60, set of numbered canisters, €45, bottles from €44, vase, €25, all SOUL.

Large Berwick sofa, €2,279, Berwick Aston storage stool, €649, both Acclaim; Antwerp floor lamp, €229, PR Home; Old World wall panel, €410, lantern, €177, Shelby rug, €396, all SOUL; Babette vase, €69, Ashley vase, €129, both Calligaris; Karina throw, €111, Karina cushion, €37, Malmo silver cushion, €19.75, all Christy; Selection of books, WH Smith.

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Knife block, €376.95, large bamboo chopping board, €46.95, both Henckels; Cream Buffet casserole, €169.95, round black casserole, €189.95, set of 2 large ramekins, €20.95, all Le Creuset; basket, €18.95, T&G.

Boheme stool, €259, Calligaris; Toaster, €134.99, kettle, €134.99, both De’Longhi; Black casserole, €226.95, Le Creuset; Teapot, €190.95, Staub La Théière; Monsoon Lucile gold salad plate, €11.95, Denby; Saucepan, €131.95, Henckels; Elevate wood carousel, €79.95, Joseph Joseph; Pride of Place jars, €18.95 each, T&G; Dedica coffee machine, €269.99, De’Longhi; Kilner jar, €3.99; Baskets, €18.95 each, T&G.

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Austin Platinum 47-piece set, €475, Noritake; Set of 4 linen napkins, €14.95, Charles Gallen.

Gloucester extending table, €1,249, Stanza dining chair, €279, Gloucester sideboard, €1,399, all Willis & Gambier; Prague chandelier, €320, Grey Baltic lamp, €75, both PR Home; Steel rug, €799, The Carpet Department; Iron antique candlesticks, €18.99 and €24.99, Iron and Clay; Grace mirror, €249.95, Romina photo frames, from €34.95, Deco lantern, €49.95, all Mindy Browne; Set of 8 napkin rings, €65, stainless steel 62-piece cutlery set, €155, both Newbridge; John Rocha Ori white wine glasses, €115 a pair, John Rocha Ori goblets, €115 a pair, all Waterford Crystal; Austin Platinum 47-piece dinnerset, €475, Noritake; Chambord cafètiere, €37.95, Bodum; Monsoon Lucille gold mug, €13.95, Denby; Wish candelabra centrepiece, €144, Wedgwood.

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Jewel bedstead, €1,499, Jewel Rembrandt footstool, €349, both Stuart Jones; Lille bedside chests, €599 each, Lille chest of drawers, €1,599, wall mirror €499, all Willis & Gambier; Holroyd duvet cover, €125, flat sheet, €70, fitted sheet, €42.50, set of 2 Oxford pillowcases, €42.50, all Sheridan; Grey bedspread, €375, Paoletti; Vortex silk cushion, €60, Harlequin; Meditation painting by Karen Wallis, €249.95, The Gallery; Damian tray, €59, Calligaris; Rug, €2,960, The Carpet Department; Taupe pitcher, €42, taupe bowl, €54, both SOUL; Small Chinese horse, €49.95, Marina lamp, €84.95 each, both Mindy Browne; Cable throw, €50, Malini; Antique library candle, €35, Cloon Keen Atelier.

Lille cabinet, €1,399, Willis & Gambier; Taupe pitcher, €42, SOUL.

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Architectural shapes take centre stage in these dramatic seats and lights

LIGHTING, FROM LEFT: Cross floor lamp, €149, PR Home; Medium copper pendant, €499, Stanley; Urban pendant, €80, PR Home; Quad medium pendent, €675, Davey Lighting; Drop pendant No 6, €940, Original BTC; Bibendum size 2 pendant, €240, Original BTC.

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CHAIRS FROM LEFT: Vik chair, €514, Ligne Roset; Luna leather chair, €349, Richard Stamp; London chair, €269, BoConcept; A18 chair, €139, HND; Anais chair, €319, Calligaris; Jam chair, €169, Calligaris; Breda chair, €169, BoConcept.

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Arnotts Wedding & Gift Registry service can help you create the ultimate gift registry packed with design-for-life classics

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CHINA has never been more chic thanks to noteworthy collaborations like Miranda Kerr for Royal Albert and Vera Wang, whose fine china Wedgwood collection is irresistibly stylish. Vera Wang Lace Gold dinner plate, €33.

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Diamonds may be a girl’s best friend but any wedding wishlist is not complete without the sparkle of CRYSTAL. Heritage brands like Tipperary will delight all newlyweds and Waterford Crystal’s Lismore Essence champagne flutes (€120 per pair) will never go out of style.

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With plush hotel-standard BED LINEN, newlyweds can create a bed they’ll never want to leave. Bedeck’s 300 thread count Egyptian cotton bed linen is a classic.

Sanctuary double duvet cover, €70.

Have a mini-cinema experience at home with the new range of top-notch SMART TVS. As well as being sleek and ultra-thin, the Samsung UE40H6400 40” HD TV (€699) offers an endless supply of TV shows and blockbusters at the flick of a button. Cosy nights in front of the box never looked so good.

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No self-respecting home cook will get far without a set of quality KNIVES. The reputation of Henckels precedes them and these smart, sturdy knives are great investment pieces. Pure 8" chef’s knife, €117.95.

Fairytale BEDSTEADS ooze romance and this 18th-century French-style ivory number from Willis & Gambier is a dreamy choice. Ivory 5ft bedstead, €1,549.

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Give your bathroom that luxurious touch with a set of soft, fluffy TOWELS. Heritage brand Christy is always a smart choice. Supreme bath towel, €26.

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Add a touch of class to any dining table with a canteen of elegant silver CUTLERY. Irish silver powerhouse Newbridge have cutlery craftmanship down to a fine art.

Newbridge Buxton 44-piece canteen, €620.

In days gone by, a VACUUM CLEANER wouldn’t have ranked high on a list of must-have gifts but the superpowered cordless Dyson DC59 (€429.99) is the ultimate in cutting-edge cleaning.

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Turn casual dining into a stylish affair with a set of beautiful TABLEWARE. Pretty picks include Churchill's new Stonecast crockery and Denby's Daisy Monsoon.

Daisy dinner plate, €33.

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Mike Ross

Born in Cork Mike started playing rugby at the age of 11 for his local club Fermoy.

Afterwards he played for UCC and Cork Con before making his professional debut for Harlequins in 2006. Mike moved to Leinster in 2009, also making his Ireland debut that year, and has since played over 100 times for the province along with winning 41 Irish caps. Mike has loved all things tech since getting a Commodore 64 one childhood Christmas, and continues to indulge that enthusiasm wherever possible!

The tech spec Rugby star and gadget obsessive, Mike Ross checks out the latest technology for space-age sound and vision

Sound & Vision

for a smarter home

Panasonic AX802 4K TV This is Panasonic's flagship TV, and its second generation 4K set. 4K, for those who don't know, offers twice the resolution of the more widespread full HD. Seen up close, the AX802 is a bit of a jawdropper, you can see tiny flecks of grit as a sculptor works, or individual pores on a close up of a person's face. The TV excels at motion too, with hardly any blur to be seen as the ball gets kicked around during a football match. There's not a lot of 4K content out there at the moment, but more is coming onstream all the time, and the AX802 will support Netflix's 4K offering when it comes online, €2,199.

Sonos Playbar The Sonos Playbar offers a great way to give your TV set a serious sonic upgrade.

It connects to your TV via an optical cable (check your TV first, as not all TVs have an optical out) and then its six mid-range drivers and three tweeters go to work.

When you're not watching TV you can of course listen to music directly from your phone or via a host of streaming services including Spotify and Google Play Music, €699.99.

Sonos Play 1 The Sonos Play 1 is the smallest speaker in Sonos’ range, but it still packs a hefty punch. Moisture resistant, they're ideal for use in a kitchen or bathroom, and can also be twinned with another Play 1 to deliver full stereo separation.

Add a Sonos Playbar into the mix, and you can have a fantastic wireless surround sound experience, €199.99.

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Panasonic SC All3 Up until now, Sonos has pretty much had the wireless speaker market to itself. This is Panasonic's attempt to change all that. Unlike Sonos, the SC All3 doesn't require a separate network bridge, and will hook into your home wireless system with ease. Once there, you can stream media directly from your smartphone or tablet, and it will link up with other Panasonic speakers on the same network. The All3 is the baby of the range, but will fill a medium size room with crisp and clear sound. Spotify is currently supported, and Panasonic promise further features with future updates, €249.

Samsung HU8500 UHD Curved TV Samsung have pushed the envelope pretty far here, in their first curved TV. Switched off, it's quite the fashion statement, all glossy chrome and glass with very thin bezels.

Turn it on, and it doesn't disappoint, with deep black levels and incredible detail. The curved screen is a bit of a novelty at first, but you soon cease to notice it as you watch. The HU8500 has taken the innovative step of housing the TV's processors and inputs in an external box, which cuts down on the thickness of the TV and allows you to upgrade it in the future, €2,899.

Portable & wearable

top tech to take with you anywhere

Samsung Gear Fit There's been a rash of wearables on the market recently, and Samsung's Gear Fit is aimed squarely at the health conscious. It has a beautiful curved 1.85" Super AMOLED screen sitting on an IP67 water resistant body. This means that it's quite suitable to wear in the shower or when working up a sweat! It packs some useful functions like a pedometer, heart rate monitor and very handily, a phone finding app, €199.99.

Samsung Galaxy S Tab The Galaxy S Tab is the latest and greatest of Samsung's tablets. Looks-wise, it bears a strong resemblance to Samsung's flagship phone, the S5. It's extremely thin, coming in at an iPad Air-beating 6.6mm thick. Despite this, the battery life is excellent, delivering around 12 hours of video playback.

There's plenty of grunt under the hood too, an 8 core Exynos processor powering a top of the range 2560x1600 Super AMOLED screen, ensuring that games and full HD video run smooth as silk, €399.99.

Sennheiser Momentum In-Ear headphones Sennheiser have long been the choice of discerning audiophiles everywhere, and they've recently made the decision to move into the more fashion conscious Beats’ dominated section of the market with their Momentum range of headphones. These in-ears really look the part, and have Sennheiser's customary sound quality so nothing is sacrificed, €99.99.

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Travelling companions Pleasure or business, make sure you jet off in style toting the finest luggage imaginable

Business in Berlin

z Show who’s boss in Business Class with a SAMSONITE PRO-DLX Rolling Tote, (€325). Smart and discrete, with laptop, tablet and phone compartments, the revamped design offers improved organisation and security.

Romance in Rome

Z Head for the Eternal City sporting BRIC’S BELLAGIO duffle bag (€289) and matching spinner trolley, (€349). Redesigned using new ultra-light, durable materials this chic collection sets all the right tones at check-in.

Long weekend in London

Fortnight in Florida

Z Lightweight, durable and available in a range of great colours, RIMOWA’S SALSA AIR collection (€470) will fit in all the family’s holiday gear with ease, its Multiwheel system making it a cinch to manoeuvre through busy airports.

Z Heading to the UK for a weekend of wining, dining and shopping? Navigate the Tube with ease pulling the curvy SAMSONITE FIRELITE SPINNER (€369). The clever 3-point locking system and lightweight body means it’s perfectly designed to handle all that excess retail therapy!

Longhaul to LA

z Impact-resistant and super lightweight, the durable SAMSONITE COSMOLITE (€425) is a roomy choice for long trips.

Super stylish with excellent manoeuvrability, it’s tough enough to handle rough transfers making it the perfect luggage for a big trip overseas.

Surfing in San Sebastian

z Head for the surf in sunny Spain with the versatile SAMSONITE PARADIVER (€169). Sporty and tough, the durable duffle or backpack on wheels offers edgy looking luggage packed with ergonomic functionality. The no-nonsense choice.

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CURTAINS 2nd Floor LIGHTING 2nd Floor Innermost Kartell Original BTC PR Home Dekundt Mirrors

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Services at Arnotts

Did you know we offer a complete interior design service, to help you choose the best pieces for your home, as well as colour and décor schemes to make your house a home (01 805 0471).

Our comprehensive Arnotts Wedding & Gift Registry service will help friends and family buy you the perfect wedding gift. Our personal wedding list consultants will meet with you to discuss your every need (01 805 0548; lists@arnotts.ie). Shopping at Arnotts is now an even more rewarding experience with our new loyalty card, the Wonder Card. Enjoy earning and spending points on absolutely any purchases in-store or online, across all departments, without exception.

For every gift or occasion there’s the Arnotts gift card which can be bought online at www.arnotts.ie or in store.

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Medium Dexter sofa, €1,099*, Westbridge Set Up corner group, €1,495*, S.O.U.L. Lifestyle Large Claudia sofa, €1,949*, Ashley Manor Fabio 2-seater sofa, €899*, Leather Editions Nicoletti corner group, €3,799*, Sparta Bergen corner group, €2,448*, Whitemeadow Leather sofa bed, €1,299*, Softlay Berwick small sofa, €1,849*, Acclaim

* Prices quoted above are promotional prices valid until 9/11/2014

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