Central to the abundant light and informal mood of the house is that open-plan interior which has an open pillar wall, extended kitchen with floor-to-ceiling glazing overlooking the decked garden, polished oak floors and ultra-modern 'hole-in-the-wall' fireplaces. Downstairs, what had been two separate reception rooms is now one large space with a feature wall through to the hallway. This has not only created a more generously sized living area, but also flows light through the ground floor, meeting an equal amount of natural light from the extended kitchen/breakfast room on the other side. Also to the rear of the house is a smart home office. From both the kitchen and dining area it's just a step out to what feels like another room . . . the sunny, sheltered rear deck, south-westerly facing and bordered by leafy shrubs and seasonal flowers.

Upstairs, the two bedrooms and main bathroom continue the architectural line, with the main bedroom spanning the entire width of the front of the house. The attic has been partially converted and there is easy access via pull-down stairs.

Overall floor space is 87sq m (940sq ft) and accommodation briefly comprises an entrance hall with original staircase; the open plan living/dining room , each with contemporary fireplaces and open pillared wall; oak fitted kitchen with integrated appliances and tiled floor;

home office; bathroom with feature mosaic wall; landing with stairway to attic with Velux window; two double bedrooms, each with original cast-iron fireplaces.

Reuben Avenue is a short hop to the city, being close to the Red Luas line and a number of buses, and it is also within shouting distance of attractions such as the Irish Museum of Modern Art. No 14 too allows for its own dash of culture at home . . . while this is a refreshingly modern interior, a respectful amount of space has been left to include the family piano.

Price: 590,000 Agent: Felicity Fox 01-633 4431