
Ailis Brennan
Ailis started out at British GQ, where a month of work experience turned into 18 months of working on all sorts of projects, writing about everything from motorsport to interiors, and helping to put together the GQ Food & Drink Awards. She then spent three years at the London Evening Standard, covering restaurants and bars. She left the paper in 2020 and went freelance, writing about food, drink and homes for publications including Conde Nast Traveller, Luxury London and Departures. A little less than a year later, she started at Homes & Gardens as a Digital Writer, allowing her to fully indulge her love of good interior design. She is now a fully fledged food PR but still writes for Homes & Gardens as a contributing editor.
Latest articles by Ailis Brennan
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Entry table decor ideas – how to decorate a hallway table
Embrace both beautiful and practical entry table decor ideas and create a space the feels like home
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Hallway shoe storage – 11 ideas for keeping an entrance neat and tidy
Step up your hallway shoe storage with clever consoles, multifunctional boot benches and expert tips on saving space
By Ailis Brennan Published
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This striking Ibiza villa takes interior inspiration from the island landscape
Architect Jordi Carreño and designer Tara Bernerd teamed up to design a contemporary home that channelled the nature of the Spanish island
By Ailis Brennan Published
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Hallway lighting ideas – 10 tips for illuminating your home's entrance
Make an entrance with hallway lighting ideas, from statement chandeliers to discreet ways to light small spaces
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5 design tips to steal from this Victorian-inspired, industrial kitchen renovation
With aged brass cabinet doors and exposed brick walls, this kitchen combines 19th century style with contemporary trends
By Ailis Brennan Published
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8 design tips to steal from a wellbeing guru's Maryland creekside home
Surrounded by peaceful waterscapes and rolling vineyards, this home's design was an exercise in bringing nature indoors
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White sofa living room ideas – 10 tips for choosing the ultimate neutral statement
From monochrome chic to styling with scatter cushions, make your white sofa a dazzling centerpiece
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Loft bed ideas — 12 tips for creating a magical yet practical sleep space
These space-saving loft bed ideas are perfect for kids rooms and adult-friendly spaces alike
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A sprawling Bel-Air mansion gets a colorful, culinary-focused update
Nestled in the luxurious Los Angeles neighborhood, this stunning home is designed to entertain
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Family living room ideas – 10 ways to create a living space fit for the whole household
Need a kid-friendly space that doubles as a relaxing oasis? These tips will help create a room that is fun for all the family
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7 design tips to steal from this artwork-filled townhouse in London's Pimlico
Yellow London's design for this family home combines serene neutrals with pops of color aplenty
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5 design tips to steal from this elegant yet kid-proof Vancouver family home
This modern-traditional decor scheme may look pristine, but it's ready for anything family life can throw at it
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10 mudroom storage ideas — the best ways to organize a mudroom with cabinets, baskets and more
These mudroom storage ideas are just what's needed to help keep everything ship-shape in a room dedicated to the messier parts of life
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An apartment overlooking London's Covent Garden piazza gets a history-astute update
With 400 years of culture-packed history at its feet, the renovation of this London home draws on it all
By Ailis Brennan Published
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5 design tips to steal from this renovated kitchen in London’s Knightsbridge
The new kitchen in this Grade II-listed home features stunning worktops and a door that really makes an entrance
By Ailis Brennan Published
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Black bedroom ideas – 12 ways to bring this deep, dark color into bedrooms
Don't be daunted by black bedroom ideas. Going dark can make a very chic statement in your sleep space
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Pink living room ideas – 10 tips for blush and terracotta living rooms
From earthy tones to bold magentas, here's how to bring la vie en rose into your living room
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Bedroom storage ideas – 10 stylish and creative ways to tidy up your sleep space
These clever bedroom storage ideas will keep bedroom clutter in check to create a relaxing retreat. From multi-functional furniture to clever closet solutions
By Ailis Brennan Published
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6 design tips to steal from this refreshed century-old home in Philadelphia
Blending comfort and style was key in Melinda Kelson O'Connor Design's update of this Colonial Revival home
By Ailis Brennan Published
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9 Mediterranean style tips to steal from this Greek villa with stunning sea views
A six-bedroom villa in Corfu has been given an atmospheric update to match its breathtaking coastal vista
By Ailis Brennan Published
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Simple bedroom ideas: 10 pared-back sleep spaces where less is more
Embrace simple bedroom ideas like tonal neutrals and minimalist decor for a relaxing retreat
By Ailis Brennan Published
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5 renovation tips to steal from this design guru’s Connecticut kitchen
Wall-to-wall tiling and materials picked with passion make this designer's kitchen a seriously stylish space
By Ailis Brennan Published
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Bedroom chandelier ideas – 10 ways to make this glamorous lighting style shine
Make a statement with these bedroom chandelier ideas, inspired by opulent French palaces and space race satellites
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A contemporary farmhouse gets a monochrome flourish in Long Island
Interior designer Marlaina Teich gives farmhouse style a modern shake-up with her keen eye for pattern
By Ailis Brennan Published