24. A Portobello home makeover by designer Sophie Lundstrom Halbert

The Interiors Podcast

In this episode of The Interiors Podcast, I am speaking with designer Sophie Lundstrom Halbert, who along with her husband, Architect Ronan Kenny, moved back from the US to Ireland to their unique red brick Victorian terrace townhouse in Portobello, Dublin.

Sophie and Ronan's home recently featured in House and Home Magazine, and looking at this illustration I can see why, its so beautiful with so much personality.

Sophie stresses the importance of embracing the ongoing process of decorating and evolving your space, rather than striving for a finished, perfect home. She explains that your taste in decor can change over time, and it's okay to switch things up or rearrange furniture. By relieving the pressure of having a "done" home, you can make better decisions and enjoy the process of creating a space that reflects your personality and style.

Sophie speaks about being inspired by her and Ronan's travels and experiences and bringing elements of those experiences into their home.

We discuss the importance of taking your time when making decisions and finding pieces that truly fit your space and style.

The episode also emphasizes the importance of considering the context of your home and the overall style of your space when making decorating choices.

This was such a wonderful episode as I got to chat with Sophie about how creating a home that tells a story of your journey and personalities is essential and can be achieved by balancing smart decisions and splurges when decorating.

This episode is perfect for anybody who is not ready for a full makeover, instead would like a refresh.

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Follow Sophie on Instagram @__thesoph__

Sophie's brand @thermakota