industry experts 2025
We are thrilled to welcome an exceptional lineup of experts, each bringing a wealth of knowledge and creativity across the fields of building and design. From innovative architecture to cutting-edge interiors, our panel features some of the most respected names in the industry: Geri OToole, Cathal Glynn, Ruth Maria, Oliver Heath, Brian Tyrrell, Knut Klimmeck, Robert Ashe and Laurie Laizure, founder of the interior design community
Guiding the conversation is our fabulous host, Deirdre Coleman from Collab and Home Rescue, whose expertise and insight will make this an event to remember. We can't wait for the inspiring discussions ahead!
MEET our host
Deirdre Coleman - DSI Host
Owner Collab Studio & TV Presenter Home Rescue
MEET THE EXPERTS
FRIDAY 7TH MARCH 2025
Brian Tyrrell & Knut Klimmek -
Craftsmen & Designers
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Oliver Heath
Biophillic Architect & Desiger
Ruth Maria
Editorial Photographer
Peter Finn
MDS Construction
Richard Doyle
Royal Kitchens & Bespoke Interiors
Stephen Lambe
Director, EnergyUpgrade
Andrew Christopher Dunne
The Garden Design Mentor
FULL FRIDAY SCHEDULE
1.00pm
Brian Tyrell & Knut Klimmeck, Craftsmen & Designers
'Collaboration in Craftsmanship'
2.00pm
Oliver Heath, Biophilic Architect
'Life Centred Design'
3.15pm
Ruth Maria, Editorial Photographer
'More Than An Image'​
4.00pm
PETER FINN Leading a panel discussion - Experts to be announced
'Effectively working with designers'​
5.10pm
Andrew Christopher Dunne, The Garden Design Mentor
'Better Together: The Power of Design Collaboration'
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SATURDAY 8TH MARCH 2025
MEET THE EXPERTS
Robert Ashe
MD Ireland's Home Interiors & Living
Geri O'Toole & Cathal Glynn
Geri Designs & CGC Construction
Laurie Laizure
Found of 'The Interior Design Community'
Laura Jane Clark
Interior Architect
Ash Wilson
Interior Design , ASH Wilson Design
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Courtney Mc Donnell
Courtney Mc Donnell Architects
FULL SATURDAY SCHEDULE
11.00am
ROBERT ASHE, MD IHIL
'The Power of Print - how to reach your target market'
12.00pm
GERI O'TOOLE & CATHAL GLYNN, Interior Architect & Building Contractor
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1.00pm
LAURIE LAIZURE, Founder of the Interior Design Community
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​2.00pm
Laura Jane Clarke, Architect
'Hands On Architecture'
'Hands on Architecture'
​3.00pm
ash wilson, Interior Designer
'Authentically Creative'
'Authentically Creative'
4.00pm
courtney mc donnell, Architect
'Inside Out Architecture'
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