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Irish Examiner
a day ago
- Lifestyle
- Irish Examiner
Inside Out: Into the blue, light touches and scandi chic
Blue has soared in interior designers' estimation as the season's most soothing shade. From deep coastal navy to sky-washed pastels, it has a versatile vibe and it's making waves in every space. Whether you're seeking calm, comfort, or a splash of seasonal elegance, blue is the colour to embrace. True blue Psychologically, blue is known to bring feelings of peace, clarity and relaxation. In fact, studies have shown that blue can even help lower heart rate and reduce stress, so whether you're working, winding down, or simply putting your feet up, it's a colour that truly earns its place in every room. Classic silhouettes meet contemporary country stripes in the charming DFS Porthleven sofa collection, designed exclusively with Joules. Joules Narbeth sofa, DFS. Sink into irresistibly soft, plump cushions, with nautical-inspired stripes lined with chic contrast piping for a homely, heritage-inspired feel, such as the Joules Portleven Grand sofa, exclusive to DFS (€2,489), Want to go fully blue? The Narberth sofa is a great place to start. With its clean, classic lines and soft blue upholstery, it's the perfect blend of comfort and timeless style — ideal for laid-back lounging or catching up with friends. If you're craving a seasonal refresh, blue might just be your colour. Keep it lit For those long summer evenings when the sun sets late but you want to keep it lit (in every sense) and the party going, think luxe-look lamps. We've spotted our favourites of the season at and — these set a tone. For a soft, layered look, bring in accents from Oriana B. Its range of blue-toned lighting — including midnight glass lamps and indigo ceramics — adds just the right glow to your space, like the Blue Base table lamp with pleated shade (€250) or the double-brass wall light (€225). Woodie's Neto three-light diner bar, brass and clear glass, €150. And Woodie's new lighting collection offers some super pieces. From natural materials like rattan and wood to sculptural statement pieces and vintage-inspired designs, it has something for every space. Woodie's Argo black ceiling light, €100. Standout pieces include the Rubia rattan floor lamp (€150) for a warm, organic touch, the Luga geometric table lamp (€65) for a bold, modern look, and the Morar ribbed-glass table lamp (€60) for a hint of art deco elegance. Even younger interior design lovers' rooms get a playful upgrade with options like the Mika dinosaur neon light (€10). Whether you're refreshing a single corner or reimagining an entire space, Woodie's lighting collection is designed to brighten up every home. Available now in stores and online at Scandi chic Whether you're updating a bedroom or a home office or anything in between, and if a Scandi look is what you seek, this month Danish retailer Jysk has a furniture sale offering up to 60% savings. For bedroom updates, the Vellerup wardrobe (RRP €439, now €340) offers generous storage space paired with a sleek and modern look. Complement it with Nordby bedside table (RRP €99, now €40), ideal for keeping essentials close by and maintaining an organised space. Jysk dining set. Those of us working or studying from home can benefit from Tamholt desk (RRP €169, now €67), which offers a neat and efficient workspace, paired with Vojens gaming chair (RRP €249, now €100) designed to provide support and comfort for extended periods of use. The natural tones of Vedde dining table (RRP €269, now €135) bring warmth to dining spaces, perfect for shared meals with family and friends. Pair it with the elegant Purhus dining chair (RRP €149, now €59) for a sophisticated dining experience. Jysk Udsbjerg armchair. Unwind in the cosy Udsbjerg armchair (RRP €189, now €95), which adds a chilled and welcoming accent to any living room. Pair it with the minimalist Dokkedal coffee table (RRP €129, now €50), ideal for both casual gatherings and relaxing evenings.
BBC News
31-07-2025
- BBC News
Relief as Praa Sands gets its loos back
Visitors to one of Cornwall's most popular beaches can breathe a sigh of relief with the reopening of public facilities at Praa Sands, near Porthleven, have been refurbished thanks to the Friends of Praa Sands, a local volunteer stepped in and took over the lease from Cornwall Council after they were closed about a year ago."We felt it was necessary to do something ourselves and now we've done them up, they're probably the cleanest toilets you'll find anywhere right now," said Jon Matthews, chair of the group. The newly revamped loos, which replace temporary toilets, come at most visitors are happy to pay a 50p charge, aid Mr Matthews, "because it means they've got access to proper toilets on a beautiful, long, golden beach".The group has even installed a card reader to accommodate cashless visitors. Looking ahead, the group is exploring ways to reduce reliance on volunteers during the quieter winter months, including installing turnstiles."It's brought the community together in a really positive way," said Mr Matthews. "I never thought running a toilet block could be fun, but it is. "You're chatting to people, keeping things clean, and it just works."
BBC News
01-07-2025
- BBC News
Gull sips man's coffee before stealing his mug
Darren Pardoe A gull has taken revenge on a man who was installing anti-bird spikes in a Cornish town - by drinking his coffee and pinching his mug. Maintenance worker Darren Pardoe had been bird proofing houses in Porthleven when he stopped at a pub for a coffee on 3 June. He said he had been talking to someone before he turned around to find the gull helping himself to the hot brew. Before he could take action, the feathered thief flew off with the mug. "I think it had remembered me," he joked. Recalling the coffee heist, Mr Pardoe said: "I turn round and sure enough a seagull's got its beak in my coffee... next minute the bird picks up the coffee cup by its handle and takes off across the harbour with it. "It flew round the harbour and then landed on the water, put the cup down, and the cup just sank." Mr Pardoe captured a photo of the bird in flight with his coffee mug. Follow BBC Cornwall on X, Facebook and Instagram. Send your story ideas to spotlight@
BBC News
19-06-2025
- Business
- BBC News
Cornwall car park campaigner 'overwhelmed' after petition success
A campaigner said he was "absolutely overwhelmed" after Cornwall Council announced it would scrap the transfer of council-owned car parks to a private Jones, from Porthleven, set up a petition after the plans were announced by the previous Conservative administration. The 19 car parks, including ones in Newquay, Tintagel, Porthleven, St Ives and Fowey, were in line to be affected before new council leader Leigh Frost reversed the proposal. Mr Jones said he was "delighted by the decision". After he first discovered the plans, Mr Jones said he contacted Cornwall Council which he claimed informed him there was "no route for appeal". "If there's no route, I'll make my own route," he said. "Apart from the petition we have sent off email after email, and pushed and pressured."It just goes to show with this administration, your vote counts." Had the car park plans gone ahead, it would have seen 19 council owned car parks transferred to Corserv Solutions Ltd. At the new council's first cabinet meeting on Wednesday, it was also announced the planned sale of Cornwall Airport Newquay would be scrapped. He said: "Reversing these decisions protects our airport and car parks for the benefit of our communities, our economy, and our future."This is about common sense, getting back to basics and making sure our public assets work for the people of Cornwall."
Telegraph
16-06-2025
- General
- Telegraph
Gull ‘mugs' maintenance man of his coffee cup
A gull stole the coffee cup of a maintenance worker who had worked on bird-proofing his town. Darren Pardoe watched as the bird finished off his drink before taking to the sky and dropping the mug out at sea. Mr Pardoe had been carrying out a roof repair on an old lifeboat house in Porthleven, Cornwall, when he stopped for a coffee. As he pulled out his camera to take a few pictures of the harbour, he was told by someone next to him that a gull had started drinking his brew. Seconds later, the gull took off with the mug in its beak and flew across the harbour. After landing on the water, the bird dropped the mug, and it sank. Having carried out bird-proofing in the town before, Mr Pardoe joked that the gull had taken revenge. He said: 'I've been in Porthleven doing bird-proofing and I've obviously upset a few of them. 'I'd just been out looking at a roof repair on the old lifeboat house, and it was a nice morning, so I thought I'd have a coffee and take a few pictures of the harbour. 'I was talking with this guy and he said, 'There's a seagull drinking your coffee.' There it was, beak in my coffee, so I got a few photos. 'I turned back again, and he said it had my cup and sure it enough it was flying across the harbour with the coffee mug in his mouth.'
