My Houzz: An Elegant Home in Dublin Canal side - customized fashion designer Helen Cody knew she had found something special when she spotted this red brick terraced house by the Grand Canal in Dublin. She had just been outbid nine houses and when she spotted the For Sale sign, something clicked. Despite being unorthodox, she rang the doorbell of the house that night and worked on an agreement with the private owner.
Houzz at a Glance
Who lives here Designer Helen Cody and his dogs, Harry and Joe
Location Dublin, Ireland
Size 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom
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"I walked in and saw the lobby and almost fainted because suddenly I was looking at the scale and height ... All I could see was cornice ceilings and space, "says Helen. "I could see the bones of the house immediately.
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the "bones" of the house included 14ft-high ceilings, beautifully detailed cornices and original sash windows - all of which have been lovingly restored by Helen to create a smart townhouse.
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Before moving, Helen hired a jump and threw a "demolition party" where friends and family were encouraged to wrest MDF throughout the house. After cleaning, she painted and made small cosmetic changes, but kept within quite calm and simple.
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the living and dining room are open to each other, helping to both light do. Original wood flooring flows between the rooms, adding character. Most of the artwork in the house are by Helen, who took the painting after studying at Central Saint Martins.
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the fireplace in the dining room acts as storage for log working fireplace in the adjacent living room, adding a rustic touch to the space.
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Blinds diffuse the light in the dining room. They are pure enough that Helen can see out, but also provide privacy when guests pop for dinner.
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the wooden dining table was actually tailor-made for the kitchen, but it was too heavy there, so Helen moved into the dining room. She initially put the glass on top of it just to protect, but willing magazine clippings below to give it a unique touch.
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the dining room chairs are classic Cherner side chairs. Helen added the felt cushions itself.
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the living room is a favorite of Helen places in the house, especially in the colder months, when she lights the fire and relaxes on the couch with the dogs.
The mind typographical cushion alludes to the life time of Helen and works in Paris.
The mind typographical cushion alludes to the life time of Helen and works in Paris.
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Bo Concept sofa is an investment purchase. "It is so well done, really comfortable and it is a practical fabric with dogs - they run around and it is not damaged, she said.
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Antique finds and personal photographs line the shelves in the living room. 'A ll vaguely eccentric looks came from a car-boot sale, "laughs Helen. In fact, sales of car trunks are my reason for being -. You will find these beautiful things one-off that are beautiful and well done "
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the chairs were chased midcentury on eBay for a flight only £ 70. "I just changed the old amortization and covered the news in this vintage lime green cloth, she said.
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spare part is painted by Pearl Johnstones , which makes a soothing backdrop for the iron bed, inherited from the sister of Helen. The two cushions embroidered by hand possess Helen dogs traveling in France by bike!
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More found are beautifully organized in the old fireplace space in the spare room.
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a vintage kimono is displayed on one of the many models of the designer, complementing contemporary painting by Irish artist Owen O'Loughlin, who was bought its National College of Art & design graduation show. "These shows are a great place to buy affordable art for new talent," said Helen.
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Helen added a large internal window to the master bedroom to borrow light from the kitchen-dining room.
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accumulated memories are sitting above the bed of Helen, one of the most expensive parts being the bird ceramic lady by British artist Jane Muir. "I lived around the corner from her studio in Peckham and I fell madly in love with her work - she's incredibly talented, she said. The 0-year-old corset was picked to a flea market in France and Helen had framed locally.
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in fact, the fragility of the antique corset inspired many of Helen drawings. The sensitivity of old fabrics, especially lace and silk, is a constant source of inspiration for her - especially her bridal collection
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All custom parts Helen are designed and created in his studio, which is at the bottom of his garden. The space was created by the architect Rory Murphy, who managed to build a modern studio and simple on a shoestring budget.
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lush greenery and mood lighting are dotted around the wooden patio between the house and the studio.
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an oversized Vogue displayed at the head of the kitchen table - a daily reminder of the beginning of Helen in the world of fashion. She worked with the French publication and iconic fashion house Alaïa before she started her own design company.
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table and industrial kitchen chairs all come from closing a sale in a sewing factory in Dublin. 'The table costs £ 20, as the chairs, "recalls Helen.
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shiny gray kitchen who loves Helen, is from Ikea. It chose a Wednesday and it was fully installed by Friday!
Ringhult kitchen, Ikea.
Ringhult kitchen, Ikea.
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extending the kitchen was added after Helen had lived in the space of three years, giving an accurate idea of how she wanted to use the space. First, the ceiling was raised and skylights have been inserted, giving the room a lightness throughout the year.
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open shelves was the only way to go for Helen - she finds wardrobes too bossy and she loves the way these steel shelves means it may have preferred things out on the screen.
Shelving Ikea.
Shelving Ikea.
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Helen relaxing in her kitchen with her beloved dog, Harry and Joe.
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