My Story
About Mairéad Collier
Growing up in Cork, Ireland, during the 1970s and 1980s, I found inspiration through a love of reading and film, which allowed me to imagine and appreciate beautiful interiors and bespoke design solutions, despite the city’s often drab reputation. My Mam’s ability to create a warm and inviting home with limited resources, combined with my fascination with my father's family pub's antique decor, sparked my early interest in residential interior design. My father’s role at a boarding school further exposed me to elegant and functional spaces, reinforcing my growing passion for creating modern and traditional designs.
After university, my travels broadened my interior design perspective, with significant influences from a school trip to Paris and a summer job in London. Frequent moves due to my husband's work allowed me to explore and decorate various architectural styles and luxury interiors, deepening my appreciation for home design and full-service interior design. This journey led me to formal studies at KLC School of Design in London, and now, with my children in college, I am excited to transition my long-time passion into a professional interior design career, building on years of experience in transforming spaces for friends and family, based here in Cork. I now specialise in offering a wide range of interior design services, from bespoke full interior design to residential and commercial projects.
The Process
Blending my passion for well-being with the belief that thoughtful interior design can bring about positive change, I take a personalised approach to residential design. A well-designed home should enhance both your lifestyle and emotional well-being, and my role is to help you define what you need from your space, even if you are unsure how to express it.
I do not believe in one-size-fits-all design or fleeting trends. Instead, I focus on creating a home that feels natural to you, elevating your own style into something even more refined and luxurious. My process is entirely collaborative, ensuring your home reflects your personality while feeling effortlessly polished.
Great design is about more than aesthetics; it is about how a space makes you feel. I take the time to understand not just what you love, but why, so that together, we can create a home that is both beautiful and deeply meaningful. With my guidance, your vision is brought to life in a way that feels authentic, elegant, and uniquely yours.
My blog: Designing with Purpose while Living with Beauty
You can learn more here for insights on crafting spaces that feel both elegant and personal.
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