Inside the ‘joyful, playful’ first property through to the final

Its “incredible connection to the garden” has opened the gate to the 2026 Home of the Year final to a biophilic Kildare residence. As the eight-week series began on RTÉ One, Adrian and Lorcan’s living space won the hearts of judges Hugh Wallace, Amanda Bone and Siobhán Lam. “This home is one of the reasons … Read more

RTE confirm Home of the Year will air this year despite untimely death of Hugh Wallace

We need your help now Support from readers like you keeps The Journal open. You are visiting us because we have something you value. Independent, unbiased news that tells the truth. Advertising revenue goes some way to support our mission, but this year it has not been enough. If you’ve seen value in our reporting, … Read more

Cork couple take top prize for Limerick living space

Cork couple Amy and Eoin Martin raised the coveted Home of the Year 2025 trophy for their 1970s dream dwelling in Limerick. First-time judge Siobhan Lam announced the duo as the winners after interior design consultant Siobhan and her fellow judges, architects Amanda Bone and Hugh Wallace, had deliberated over the seven stunning finalists. Speaking … Read more

Home of the Year: Homes in Dublin, Tipperary and Cork feature on first episode of new season – TheJournal.ie

Home of the Year: Homes in Dublin, Tipperary and Cork feature on first episode of new season  TheJournal.ie Siobhan Lam on going from contestant to judge on Home of the Year  RTÉ News Cork manor house up for Home Of The Year  EchoLive.ie Who are the judges on the latest series of Home of the Year as newcomer … Read more

Siobhan Lam is tickled pink to go from ‘Home of the Year’ fan to presenter

The concept “fun interiors for a happy home” is how Siobhan Lam approaches life and work. Renovating her period residence in Dublin’s Portobello inspired her to open her furniture, lifestyle and design studio with its signature flamingo-hued exterior. Her favourite colour is pink and Siobhan gives Home an insight into how she creates her version … Read more