Calm, future-ready interiors for life’s next chapter.

I work with homeowners who are navigating change, creating interiors that feel considered, practical, and beautifully easy to live in.

Midlife home updates, Future-proofing to Age in Place, Rightsizing without overwhelm.

  • "Bobby is an incredibly talented interior designer with superior aesthetic instincts."

    Gines and Natalie M, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4

  • "Without Bobby’s advice and assistance, the downsize move would have been a very daunting experience"

    Jean S, Donnybrook, Dublin 4

  • "Directing our search for materials and finishes, Bobby created cohesive, elegant interiors that flow seamlessly in an exquisite, luxurious home"

    Gwen M, Howth, Co. Dublin

  • Bobby Lardner is my “go to” interior design professional!

    Clare A, Sutton

Designing homes that evolve with you

As life changes, your home should continue to support the way you live — not hold you back.

Many of my clients have reached a point where their homes no longer feel fully aligned with their daily routines, priorities, or long-term plans. Layouts have become less efficient, spaces may feel overworked or underused, or the home itself more demanding to live in than it needs to be.

My role is to help you reimagine what’s already there — intelligently, calmly, and with purpose — so your home works beautifully for the life you’re living now, and the years ahead.

  • A selection of materials samples assembled by Bobby Lardner, interior designer, in light green tones for a classic kitchen scheme - paint swatches, fabric samples, architectural blueprints, and supporting decorative items on a table.

    Mid-Life Home Design

    As life evolves, our homes need to be updated to accommodate changing lifestyles, a maturing family, or refurbish busy areas in the home.

    We focus on strategic upgrades that add to the market value of your property, and decorative schemes that better reflect the way you live now.

    These interventions are designed to unlock the full potential of your home for all the family - by improving everyday comfort, creating better flow, or reworking key rooms.

  • A selection of materials samples assembled by Bobby Lardner, interior designer, in soft pink tones for a luxurious bedroom scheme - fabric swatches, wallpapaper, marble, and supporting decorative items on a table.

    Futureproofing Design

    Ageing in Place in the home you love requires future-ready updates that will allow your home to evolve with you over time.

    We design thoughtful interiors that incorporate the practical changes that will enable you to continue living in your home.

    Through improved layouts, subtle accessibility considerations, and refined materials choices, your cherished spaces will remain practical, adaptable, and visually timeless.

  • A selection of materials samples assembled by Bobby Lardner, interior designer,in teal and green tones for a Guest WC scheme - open catalog displaying bathroom fixtures, swatches of paint, wallpaper and brass samples, against a beige background.

    Rightsizing & Relocation Design

    Whether Rightsizing or Relocating for practical, health or lifestyle reasons, the thought of scaling-back your home and possessions can seem overwhelming.

    We create interiors that integrate your past with your present, in a home more suited to your needs - without a sense of loss.

    With a focus on clarity, comfort, and flow, your new home feels intentional from the outset — and considered design solutions that incorporate your existing pieces ensure a seamless transition.

A calm, structured approach

With over 20 years of experience in interior design, I bring clarity and structure to what can often feel like an overwhelming process.

I guide clients through clear, confident decision-making — removing guesswork and ensuring every choice contributes to a cohesive, well-resolved home.

Every project is grounded in:

  • Intelligent spatial planning

  • Timeless material and finish selection

  • Practical, future-ready design thinking

  • Respect for the things you already own and value

The result is a home that feels balanced, functional, and thoughtfully composed — both now and into the future.

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A portrait of Bobby Lardner, interior designer Dublin, wearing a light pink blazer and earrings, sitting in a brightly lit room with a white wall and a plant in the background.

How I work

1. Discovery Call

A complimentary 30-minute conversation to understand your home, your needs, and the scope of your project.

2. Consultation & Project Direction

A detailed in-home consultation followed by clear recommendations and a structured design roadmap.

3. Design Development

Development of layouts, materials, and a cohesive design direction tailored to your home and lifestyle.

4. Delivery & Styling

Support through implementation and final styling to ensure every detail feels complete and intentional.

Designing for life’s next chapter

My approach to your project is shaped not only by professional experience, but also by a personal understanding of life transitions — from supporting family members through Rightsizing, to helping Futureproof homes for the next stage of life.

These experiences reinforced a simple belief:
A well-designed home should make life easier, not more complicated.

Ready to begin?

If you’re considering changes to your home and would like clarity on the best way forward, I’d be happy to start with a conversation.