Penny McCormick

4 days ago | thegloss.ie | Penny McCormick

Heritage and modernity meet in Bryan O’Sullivan’s elegant Claridge Suites … O’Sullivan says the décor and design of The Mayfair Suite was inspired by its original scalloped pink marble fireplace; scallop curves continue throughout from the curvature of a beautiful hand-painted screen to the coral mohair chairs.

5 days ago | thegloss.ie | Penny McCormick

Old-school Hollywood glamour with a contemporary touch is the hallmark of interior designer Bryan O’Sullivan’s repertoire, on full display in his commissions for some of the UK and Ireland’s most notable hotels … Born in Kenmare, Bryan O’Sullivan initially trained in hospitality management in DIT, but moved to London to study architecture at University of Westminster, gaining experience for two years with acclaimed Irish interior designer David Collins before further mentoring under industry...

1 week ago | thegloss.ie | Penny McCormick

Closer to home, Ireland’s only summer opera festival, Blackwater Valley at Lismore Castle in Co Waterfordhas something for everyone, whether you’re a classical music fan or just looking for a glamorous evening out. The highlight will be four performances on the castle grounds of Benjamin Britten’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream directed by Patrick Mason, with the Irish Chamber Orchestra conducted by David Brophy.

1 week ago | thegloss.ie | Penny McCormick

Pack light and bring your appetite, advises Sinead Harrington, who plans the perfect day in Bordeaux … Irish entrepreneur Sinead Harrington has been living in Bordeaux for two years, where her husband is a rugby coach.

2 weeks ago | thegloss.ie | Penny McCormick

Nesta Fitzgerald’s new exhibition is a celebration of Ireland’s heritage sites … Who or what was pivotal to your love of art? My dad, the Knight of Glin, was fundamental to my passion for creating.