In this episode of Style Stories, Laura is joined by broadcaster and Ireland AM co-host Muireann O’Connell, who opens up about the emotional rollercoaster of buying her first home. 

From the tears of finally getting the keys to the reality of broken boilers, clutter battles and the “knees test” for sofas, Muireann shares a refreshingly honest take on what it really means to make a house feel like home.

With her trademark humour and relatability, she chats about influences from her mam, the joy of taking your time with interiors, and why comfort matters just as much as style. Expect plenty of laughs, practical tips, and a behind-the-scenes peek at life on live TV — plus 

Muireann’s current design obsessions (spoiler: pink walls are in).

THINGS WE SPOKE ABOUT

•  Muireann’s emotional rollercoaster of finally getting her first home
•  Why it’s okay to ditch the pressure and take your time with interiors
•  The surprising “knees test” for choosing the perfect sofa
•  Her mam’s fearless influence — from ripping up carpets to knocking walls
•  Clutter vs calm: making the bedroom a space just for rest
•  Pink walls, sideboards and the joy of adding colour back into her home

GUEST DETAILS
 
Muireann O’Connell is a TV presenter, broadcaster, and co-host of Ireland AM, the country’s longest-running breakfast show. Known for her quick wit, relatability, and ability to make viewers feel like they’re chatting with a friend over coffee, Muireann has become one of Ireland’s most recognisable media personalities.

Alongside her broadcasting career, Muireann has been candidly sharing her first-time homeowner journey — from the highs of finally getting the keys to the everyday realities of turning a house into a home. With her trademark humour and down-to-earth honesty, she offers a refreshing perspective on interiors, lifestyle, and what it really means to create a space that reflects who you are.

 
MORE INFORMATION

Find EZ Living Interiors online at www.ezliving-interiors.ie.   
Style Stories is produced for EZ Living Interiors by dustpod.io

QUOTES

• I burst into tears when I got the call about my keys — I never thought the day would come. 
• If there’s one thing I don’t mind taking my money, it’s my home. 
• You don’t have to have everything perfect straight away — it’s a lifetime project. 
• The knees test is vital. If your knees don’t touch the couch properly, it’s not the one. 
• I ripped the wardrobes out immediately — I want my bedroom to just be a bedroom. 
• If you don’t have as much stuff, you might just be a little bit calmer. 

KEYWORDS

#MuireannOConnell #StyleStories #EasyLivingInteriors #HomeInspo #FirstHomeJourney #InteriorDesignTips #IrishHomes #HouseToHome #HomeStyle #CosyLiving