Friday Five: Irish Design
With the infamous Irish holiday coming up this weekend, it’s only fitting to spotlight great design on the Emerald Isle.
1. Carlton Varney-American interior designer whose portfolio includes Adare Manor, Dromoland and Ashford Castles in Ireland.
![Dromoland Castle](/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/Dromoland-Castle.jpg)
2. Rachel Fitzpatrick-Northern Ireland artist and designer crafts one of kind treasures out of industrial materials
![Rachel Fitzpatrick chandelier](/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/Rachel-ONeill-chandelier.gif)
3. Melissa Wyndham-Lismore Castle. Home to the 12th Duke and Duchess of Devonshire in County Waterford, this 800 year old estate underwent an update to accommodate overnight stays
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4. Darragh Casey-Cork designer, artist and educator was awarded a ‘Future Makers’ Grant from the Craft Council of Ireland and was also short listed for a ‘Nova Award: The Lowe and Partners award for fresh creative talent’ for his graduate work.
![Darragh Casey design](/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/Darragh-Casey-design.jpg)
5. Philip Treacy-g Hotel The famous milliner used an eclectic style palate drawing from Art Deco, Baroque and Modern styles to create a mad hatter quality for this 5-star Irish hotel
![Philip Treacy the g Hotel Galway Ireland](/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/Philip-Treacy-the-g-Hotel-Galway-Ireland.png)
Mr. H says: Irish Alzheimer’s is when you forget everything except the grudges-Enjoy!