PRESS & MEDIA PUBLICATIONS
"There's no Place like Home", by Susan McGowan,
RSVP Magazine
(Print), July 2023
2 page Editorial by Susan on the latest Outdoor living trends for Summer 2023
(coming soon)
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"Discover Your Thing"
Irish Homes, Interiors & Living Magazine
(Print), May 2023
Featuring the work of Ashen & Cloud as Creative Director of the DFS Interior's Theatre at Ideal home Show, Dublin.
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Growing Materiality – Is Mycelium the Material of the Future? by Rebecca Peacock
Dezeen
(Online), May 2023
This study aims to understand mycelium's potential and encourage a dialogue on how nature and humanity can co-exist to create a more sustainable future in design.
Read it here:
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"Your Sunday Best", by Susan McGowan
RSVP Magazine
(Print), April 2023
2 page Editorial by Susan on the interior concept of using the latest trend “Granny chic” in your home.
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"Local designer certain to provide fresh creative inspiration at Ideal Home Show"
Athlone Advertiser & Galway Advertiser
(Print & Online), April 2023
Read it here:
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"5 expert-approved ways to upgrade your space"
House Beautiful UK
(Print & Online), January 2023
Read it here:
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Home Feature & Interview with Interior Architect Susan McGowan
The Irish Examiner
(Print & Online), December 2022
Home Editor Eve Kelliher talks to interior architect Susan McGowan as she sets the scene for Christmas.
Read it here:
https://www.irishexaminer.com/property/homeandgardens/arid-41025254.html
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"A Home Transformed and Ready for Christmas"
House and Home Magazine
(Online), November 2022
Susan McGowan has given a once tiny bungalow a chic and spacious redesign, creating a beautiful home that is the perfect for a family Christmas.
Read it here:
https://www.houseandhome.ie/real-homes/home-transform-christmas-35193
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"5 Tips for Festive Tablescaping",
House and Home Magazine
(Online), November 2022
Keen to create a Christmas dining table your family and friends will never forget? Follow these five steps from interior architect Susan McGowan.
Read it here:
https://www.houseandhome.ie/advice/5-tips-festive-tablescaping-35200
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Embrace interiors inspired by your favourite TV shows
The Irish Independent
(Online & Print), October 2022
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Athlone's Susan is Creative Director for DFS Interiors at Ideal Home Show
Westmeath Independent
(Online & Print), October 2022
Read it here:
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The Final Countdown
Ireland's kitchen Trade Guide
(Print), July / August 2022
Read it here:
https://issuu.com/ihil/docs/iktg62
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Westmeath woman chosen as Creative Director for DFS Interiors Inspiration Centre at Ideal Home Show
Westmeath Independent
(Online & Print), March 2022
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How to make your furniture work for you in a large open plan space
The Irish Times,
(Online & Print), July 2021
Read it here:
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"Creating Space with Ashen & Cloud"
Irish Homes, Interiors & Living Magazine
(Print & Online), May 2021
Interview with Susan McGowan, Founder & Creative Director of Ashen and Cloud on how working with an Interior Architect can be beneficial for your build.
Read it here:
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"The Forest Feast", by Susan McGowan,
RSVP Magazine
(Print), December 2019
2 page Editorial by Susan on how to bring glamour to your Christmas dining table with beautiful fresh greenery, traditional tartan reds and glowing candles.
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"The Winter Wood", by Susan McGowan,
RSVP Magazine
(Print), November 2019
2 page Editorial by Susan on how to create a Festive scheme that incites a sense of calm and allows the mind to rest.
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Cover Page and Feature Home
House and Home Magazine
(Print), November / December 2019
Cover and 10 page feature spread featuring Ashen & Cloud's "Anamore House" project styled for Christmas.
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Interior Designers who are nailing it on Instagram,
House and Home Magazine
(Print & Online), October 2019
Read it here:
https://www.houseandhome.ie/awards/interior-designers-irish-instagram-28160
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"Winter's Jewels", by Susan McGowan,
RSVP Magazine
(Print), October 2019
2 page Editorial by Susan on how to adapt your home to the darker winter months.
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"See the Sun", by Susan McGowan,
RSVP Magazine
(Print), August 2019
2 page Editorial by Susan on how to introduce some early Autumn colours into your home.
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"A Fresh Start", by Susan McGowan,
RSVP Magazine
(Print), July 2019
2 page Editorial by Susan on how to create a dream master bathroom - just for you!
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"Old is Gold", by Susan McGowan,
RSVP Magazine
(Print), June 2019
2 page Editorial by Susan on how to cleverly and imaginatively update your home without breaking the bank.
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How to choose the perfect sofa, by Susan McGowan
RSVP Magazine
(Online), June 2019
Read it here:
https://www.rsvplive.ie/style/how-choose-perfect-sofa-interior-16528437
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"Toast the Coast, by Susan McGowan,
RSVP Magazine
(Print), May 2019
2 page Editorial by Susan on how to create an outdoor room in your home that will provide endless hours of relaxation and fun.
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"Close to Nature", by Susan McGowan,
RSVP Magazine
(Print), April 2019
2 page Editorial by Susan on how to create an outdoor room in your home that will provide endless hours of relaxation and fun.
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How to create an outdoor room in your home , by Susan McGowan
RSVP Magazine
(Online), April 2019
Read it here:
https://www.rsvplive.ie/style/how-create-outdoor-room-your-14904812
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Interior architect Susan McGowan shares inspiration from her own house build
RSVP Magazine
(Online), April 2019
Read it here:
https://www.rsvplive.ie/news/irish-news/its-great-privilege-pleasure-build-14434678
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What you need to be looking for when shopping for tiles, by Susan McGowan
RSVP Magazine
(Online), April 2019
Read it here:
https://www.rsvplive.ie/news/irish-news/what-you-need-looking-shopping-14113762
Eight ways to introduce a pop of yellow into your home, by Susan McGowan
RSVP Magazine
(Online), March 2019
Read it here:
https://www.rsvplive.ie/life/8-ways-introduce-pop-yellow-14076263
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"Get the Look", by Susan McGowan,
RSVP Magazine
(Print), March 2019
2 page Editorial by Susan on how to create a luxurious bedroom space.
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"Out of Clutter, find Simplicity", by Susan McGowan,
RSVP Magazine
(Print), February 2019
2 page Editorial by Susan on how to develop a colour scheme to clear the mind.
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How to create a relaxing space in your home - tips from interior architect Susan McGowan
RSVP Magazine
(Online), February 2019
Read it here:
https://www.rsvplive.ie/life/how-create-relaxing-space-your-14038419
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How to style your bedroom and bedside table, by Susan McGowan
RSVP Magazine
(Online), February 2019
Read it here:
https://www.rsvplive.ie/news/irish-news/how-style-your-bedroom-bedside-14008726
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7 Clever ways to transform your attic, by Susan McGowan
RSVP Magazine
(Online), February 2019
Read it here:
https://www.rsvplive.ie/news/irish-news/7-clever-ways-transform-your-13978535
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Introducing the concept of Hygge into your home, by Susan McGowan
RSVP Magazine
(Online), February 2019
Read it here:
https://www.rsvplive.ie/news/irish-news/everyone-adding-hygge-home-what-13946371
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"Clear View", by Susan McGowan
RSVP Magazine
(Print), January 2019
Editorial by Susan on how to get your home in order for Spring.
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Popular kitchen trends for 2019, by Susan McGowan
RSVP Magazine
(Online), January 2019
Read it here:
https://www.rsvplive.ie/news/irish-news/most-popular-kitchen-trends-2019-13819650
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"How to lay a Magical Christmas Table", by Susan McGowan
RSVP Magazine
(Print), December 2018
Editorial by Susan on how to bring a little sparkle into your kitchen
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"Deck the Halls", by Susan McGowan
RSVP Magazine
(Print), November 2018
Editorial by Susan on how to start prepping for Christmas early for less stress in December.
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"Get Precious", by Susan McGowan
RSVP Magazine
(Print), October 2018
Editorial by Susan on how to be bold with Jewel tones in your home.
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Home extension tips from interior architect Susan McGowan
RSVP Magazine
(Online), September 2018
Read it here:
https://www.rsvplive.ie/style/home-extension-tips-interior-architect-13335788
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Design alumna brings autumn colour to RSVP
Griffith College Alumni News
(Online), September 2018
Read it here:
https://www.griffith.ie/about-griffith/news/design-alumna-brings-autumn-colour-rsvp
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MEDIA ENQUIRIES
Feature the work of Ashen & Cloud in a Publication
If you wish to feature the work of Ashen & Cloud in your publication, please get in touch with our Creative Director, Susan, to discuss what work would be best to feature from our project work. We are currently in the process of photographing many of the projects we have completed over the past 3-5 years across many design styles. You can reach Susan on +353 86 3497 614 or email: susan@ashenandcloud.com to discuss in more detail.
Work with Ashen & Cloud on a Marketing Promotion
Ashen & Cloud occasionally work with brands for marketing purposes. Sometimes this is in a Creative Role for a specific installation, and other times it can be for promotional or brand awareness purposes. Please get in touch with Susan if you wish to discuss an opportunity. You can reach Susan on +353 86 3497 614 or email: susan@ashenandcloud.com.
Request a Media Appearance
Our Creative Director, Susan McGowan is a recognised voice within the Interior Community in Ireland, UK and Northern Europe, and appears periodically on TV, Radio, Podcasts, panel discussions and events as an industry expert. If you have an opportunity in mind, you can contact Susan directly on +353 86 3497 614 or email: susan@ashenandcloud.com