Home of the Year: A look inside the architectural new build in Antrim that won last year’s title

Sarah GillOne of seven homes to have made it to the final, the Home of the Year 2023 trophy went to Rob and Janice McConnell for their stunningly situated and architecturally intriguing new build in Co. Antrim.

Taking us through the front doors and into the heart of each home, seven couples made it to last year’s final and it was clearly a difficult decision for the judges to make. Other properties that almost took home the crown were a modern mid-century home and a 1930s semi-detached home in Dublin, an Edwardian home in Belfast, a renovated village home in Mayo, a Victorian home in Co. Down, and a Victorian house in Kilkenny.

“We love the show and the diversity of homes that it celebrates across Ireland. People are amazingly creative, andallows us all to see what’s out there and what people are capable of. Whether it’s a new build, an extension or even a renovation, a home is a home, big or small, it’s how you and your family feel in it that matters most.”

On the topic of each homeowner’s holistic approach to good design, judge Amanda Bone said: “What stood out for me was the homeowners’ understanding of the importance of good design, of making the most of the orientation and connecting with the outside.

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