“A stunning shop tells a story. It’s a carefully edited emporium that reflects the shopkeeper’s unique character and vision,” says Paula Flynn of TheShopkeepers.com. In an era dominated by online shopping, nothing replaces the singular joy – the surprise and delight – of shopping in real life. Discover THE GLOSS X The Shopkeepers Best Interior Shops and Studios 2025 …
SONNY’S, 99c Rathgar Road, Dublin 6
This lifestyle and homewares store opened its doors in Rathgar Village in September, with gorgeous items from Irish brands, vintage Italian pieces and handcrafted ceramics from the south of France. In a nod to the building’s past life as a butcher shop, new owner Laura McKenna has restored the original butcher’s block, now on display in the shop window. www.sonnysstore.ie / www.instagram.com/sonnys.store/
JAQI, Charlemont Square, Dublin 2
Interior designer Jackie Tracey brings a curated range of international furniture and lifestyle brands, including Gubi, Kristina Dam, Bodema and Louise Roe, to Ireland for the first time at her new store and showroom, JAQI, in the very smart Charlemont Square. Interior design consultations are also available. www.jaqi.ie / www.instagram.com/jaqi.ie/ Photograph by Ruth Maria
KILLIAN McNULTY GALLERY, 69-70 Francis Street, Dublin 8
Killian McNulty, founder of The Vintage Hub, which specialises in mid-century furniture, has just opened a gallery in Dublin’s antique quarter on Francis Street in the Liberties. The new gallery features a selection of modern furniture, primarily from the 1970s, along with art, decorative objects and unique sculptural lighting by Killian’s wife, lighting artist Niamh Barry. killianmcnulty.com / www.instagram.com/killianmcnultygallery/
A BROADER PICTURE, 39-40 The Promenade, Portstewart, Northern Ireland
On Ireland’s beautiful North Coast, A BROADER PICTURE is a family pursuit to supply the goods to create a comfortable home. The store was originally founded as a picture framing and craft shop in 1998 by retired teacher, Brian Farthing and his wife, Siobhan. Today, under the stewardship of the couple’s daughter and her husband, Hannah and Steven Mackay, the store has evolved into a contemporary home and lifestyle shop. www.abroaderpicture.com / www.instagram.com/abroaderpicture/
APRIL AND THE BEAR, 213 Rathmines Road Lower, Rathmines, Dublin 6
“At APRIL AND THE BEAR we encourage you to embrace what you love,” explains owner Siobhan Lam, whose customers beat a path to this eclectic little oasis in Rathmines. Find quirky prints, tablescaping staples by Zuiver, HK Living and Ferm Living, gifts and beautiful accessories. www.aprilandthebear.com / www.instagram.com/aprilandthebear/
HEDGEROE HOME, Unit 1, The View, Carrickmines Manor, Carrickmines, Dublin 18
When selecting homewares for their elegant store, mother-and-daughter duo Rhona and Rebecca Roe, of HEDGEROE HOME in Carrickmines, Dublin 18, are inspired by their travels and love of craft. www.hedgeroe.com / www.instagram.com/hedgeroehome
INTERIORS ATELIER, Dunville Avenue, Ranelagh, Dublin 6
Lisa and Sinéad have established a very strong collection of own-design, Irish-made occasional and console tables, ottomans and armchairs, along with fabric pouffes, lamps and shades, cushions botanical prints and trays. It’s all very fresh and quite classic, but with a gorgeous breeziness blowing in from Sydney or LA. They’ll also consult on your home project. www.interiorsatelier.ie / www.instagram.com/interiors_atelier/
MAVEN, The Bank, 364 Lisburn Road, Belfast
Taking a meaningful approach to shopping are Catherine and Patricia McGinnis, founders of MAVEN, which sells brands such as &Tradition, HAY, Carl Hansen and Ethnicraft. Housed in a former Bank of Ireland building on Belfast’s bustling Lisburn Road, MAVEN is the destination for design-led shoppers. Delivering across Ireland with no customs or duties. www.wearemaven.ie / www.instagram.com/wearemaven/
NORDIC ELEMENTS, 38 Main Street, Blackrock, Dublin
“NORDIC ELEMENTS is a hybrid of all things design with a Scandinavian ethos,” explains Helle Moyna, founder and creative director of the smart Blackrock showroom, store, and design service. Browse the carefully edited collection of furniture, lighting, and accessories. Nordic Elements is also a brilliant place to pick up gifts, such as pretty candles and holders, and unusual design books. www.nordicelements.com / www.instagram.com/nordicelementsstudio/
PROVENANCE, Market Street, Clifden, Co Galway
Interior designers, Rosie Johnson and Sadhbh O’Gorman joined forces in 2021 to open the home and interior shop and design studio PROVENANCE. They share a love of exceptional local craftsmanship, the restoration of unique pieces, and natural textiles. Signature pieces include stools and chairs upholstered in vintage grain sacks. www.provenance-interior.ie / www.instagram.com/provenance.interior/