Seán O'Connell

Freelance contributor

Seán is an experienced writer with a specialism in homes journalism. He was formerly Chirf Sub of Elle Decoration & Practical Parenting, then Associate Editor of 25 Beautiful Homes magazine. Since 2016, he has been a freelance writer and editor specialising in interiors magazines inc. Living Etc, Homes & Gardens, 25 Beautiful Homes and Homebuilding & Renovating.

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A modern home with a timber clad porch

How this home was built without a heating system — and why it won our Home of the Year 2023

By Seán O'Connell published

It may look like a series of simple cubes but Duncan and Anaya Bush’s self build during the pandemic has every angle covered – from sustainable design to thoughtful landscaping

A tiny home with a large glazed window, timber cladding and shrubbery

Father and son build tiny eco home around an apple tree in their garden — that uses MVHR rather than heating

By Seán O'Connell published

Discover how a father-and-son duo built an eco tiny home in their back garden, requiring no heating and boasting gorgeous budget interiors throughout

black barn with timber extension to rear

4 design ideas to steal from this award-winning extended barn conversion

By Seán O'Connell published

This stylish and efficient barn conversion and extension is filled with clever details and designs that makes the spaces shine — take a tour of this stunning home