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Rip It Up: The Renovations PodcastAuthor: Jenny Sheahan and Kate O'Driscoll
In the Rip it Up podcast, RTE's Home of the Year winner Jenny and finalist Kate step the listener through everything they've learned in buying a wreck of a house and turning it into a dream home. They demystify the entire renovation journey, from finding the right house, all the way through the renovation process, from picking a builder, to choosing wallpaper. No brick will be left unturned. As well as being a management consultant, Jenny writes a weekly home column in a national Irish newspaper as well as being a regular guest on national Irish radio. Kate, before branching out into renovation consulting full time, worked in technical roles in engineering and sustainability.Together, they make an expert team, ready to inspire and motivate would-be renovators and DIYers alike. Follow them on Instagram to see more of their renovation journeys - Jenny is @workerscottage and Kate is @victorianrathmines Language: en-ie Genres: Arts, Design, Home & Garden, Leisure Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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#57 - Layout, Planting & Outdoor Rooms - Garden Design Explained
Episode 57
Wednesday, 15 April, 2026
Gardens are often treated as the final step in a renovation - but they can completely transform how you live, entertain and use your home. In this episode, we break down the big landscaping decisions, from layout and materials to planting, pergolas and outdoor rooms.What we cover How much to budget for landscaping and where the money really goes Designing your garden in zones: dining, relaxing, planting, storage and outdoor kitchens Optimise for light - don't just plonk your patio outside your back door Choosing paving materials: porcelain, natural stone and gravel Timber vs composite decking and long-term maintenance Planting strategies that create year-round structure without overwhelm Common planting mistakes and how to avoid a messy, high-maintenance garden Awnings, pergolas and shade options for the Irish climate Garden rooms, offices and adding usable outdoor square footage Furniture sizing, durable materials and weather-proof storage Projects & items mentioned Jenny’s living wall by Gannon & Associates Landscape Architecture Kate’s garden design by Louise Checa Landscape ArchitectureAmelanchier lamarckii as a favourite tree for seasonal structure and softness The big takeaway: spend on structure, groundwork and layout first - planting and styling come afterwards.Follow the podcast on Instagram @ripitup_podcast_official, or follow us - Jenny is @workerscottage and Kate is @victorianrathmines
