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This issue we look at renovating and redecorating from the inside out to make the most of the light coming into the back of your home, and how best to utilise your exterior space to make the most out of your garden. Then we move on to our ‘It’s Summer’ feature where we bring you all of the latest garden furniture and accessories for lounging and dining this summer. Even our cookbook this month, Jamie Oliver’s Foodtube: The BBQ Book by DJ BBQ, has lots of tantalising recipe suggestions for cooking alfresco and to wash it all down we bring you some of our favourite summer cocktails. For those looking for culinary inspiration indoors, Simon and Clare’s Rational kitchen from Robinson Interiors in Belfast has been a welcome addition to their Holywood home and is perfect for entertaining as well as daily cooking. Moving from our reader’s kitchen to our readers’ homes, this issue we visit Darren and Tony’s Belfast abode which has been transformed from a bachelor pad to a welcoming family home. In contrast to this city dwelling is the rural Georgian property that Chrissie has lovingly rescued and restored in Kilkenny. Chrissie has successfully turned this house into a comfortable home without destroying any of its charm. Staying in the south of Ireland, we also take a closer look around a striking, contemporary coastal home in West Cork. Previously a very dated bungalow, we’re sure you’ll agree this property is now a stunning modern day family home. Bathrooms also come under the spotlight this month as we look at classic and contemporary bath tubs, showers and accessories to turn this room of the house into a luxurious retreat that is both functional and stylish. For those of you looking for a luxurious retreat outside of your own home, then turn to our travel features that take in the beauty of Limerick and also the buzz of Glasgow. Why not book into a local hotel for some pampering and enjoy all that both of these cities have to offer this summer