Rip It Up: The Renovations Podcast
In the Rip it Up podcast, RTE's Home of the Year winner Jenny and finalist Kate step the listener through everything they've learned in buying a wreck of a house and turning it into a dream home. They demystify the entire renovation journey, from finding the right house, all the way through the renovation process, from picking a builder, to choosing wallpaper. No brick will be left unturned.
As well as being a management consultant, Jenny writes a weekly home column in a national Irish newspaper as well as being a regular guest on national Irish radio.
Kate, before branching out into renovation consulting full time, worked in technical roles in engineering and sustainability.
Together, they make an expert team, ready to inspire and motivate would-be renovators and DIYers alike. Follow them on Instagram to see more of their renovation journeys - Jenny is @workerscottage and Kate is @victorianrathmines
Rip It Up: The Renovations Podcast
#63 Rose Uniacke Interiors - Unpacking Iconic Homes
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In this episode of Unpacking Iconic Homes, we dive into the world of legendary British interior designer Rose Uniacke - the woman largely responsible for the entire “quiet luxury” aesthetic dominating interiors right now. From Victoria Beckham’s home to Rosie Huntington-Whiteley’s townhouse and the Jo Malone flagship space, we unpack what makes her interiors feel so calm, timeless and impossibly expensive. Rose Uniacke’s approach is a masterclass in restraint, texture, atmosphere and knowing what to leave out.
What we cover:
- Why Rose Uniacke interiors feel deeply calming and restorative
- The rise of “quiet luxury” and why people are rejecting trend-led interiors
- Warm chalky neutrals, tonal palettes and low-contrast spaces
- Why expensive homes often feel less decorated, not more
- Lime plaster walls, aged woods, linen curtains and imperfect finishes
- Layering antiques and modern pieces without feeling “period”
- Why lighting matters as much as - or more than - décor
- The psychology of negative space and restraint in interiors
- How to recreate the look without a multi-million-euro budget
Projects & references mentioned:
- Victoria Beckham’s home
- Rosie Huntington-Whiteley & Jason Statham’s townhouse
- Jo Malone London flagship spaces
- Rose Uniacke Studio
Design details & products mentioned
- Espagnolette handles for French doors
- Mill Road wood flooring
- Lime paint workshops and supplies by Maison Anna B. in Ireland
- Warm off-whites including:
- School House Whie
- Slaked Lime
- Joa’s White
Key takeaways
- Texture is everything
- Rose Uniacke interiors are all about editing, not adding
- Vintage pieces create warmth and curiosity
- Layered lighting instantly elevates a room
- The most luxurious homes usually feel relaxed, quiet and lived-in
This episode is essentially a masterclass in creating a home that feels calm, timeless and deeply considered, without falling into trend-driven design.
Follow the podcast on Instagram @ripitup_podcast_official, or follow us - Jenny is @workerscottage and Kate is @victorianrathmines
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