Seasonal Scandi Spirit

Gemma’s Interior style, in her Carlow home, is all about simplicity. However, at Christmas she is happy to loosen the rules for a bit of festive fun.

For Gemma Purcell, Christmas is all about tradition, family, and the simple joy of being together. Living in a home she and her husband designed themselves, she has created a space that perfectly reflects her personality: stylish yet practical, contemporary yet warm. At Christmas, the house comes alive with festive touches that bring out both her love of Scandinavian design and her desire to make the season magical for her children. ‘Christmas in our house is all about the family,’ Gemma explains. ‘The children’s excitement sets the tone – their traditions, their decorations, their rituals. I like everything to look nice, of course, but it’s about creating memories more than anything.’

Read more in the December issue…