Perla Irish
Home Improvement Editor, DreamlandsDesign
Perla Irish helps homeowners and trade pros make confident decisions about upgrades, repairs, and design. Her beat spans HVAC, plumbing, water heaters and boilers, indoor air quality, energy efficiency and weatherization, non-toxic materials, cleaning systems, décor and lighting, gardening/outdoor living, and practical real-estate topics.
Her articles turn complex projects into step-by-step checklists, troubleshooting guides, and buying advice that reflect current best practices and real-world jobsite know-how.
Collaborations & review network
* Licensed contractors and master trades
* NATE-certified HVACR technicians
* IICRC cleaning/restoration instructors
* Chartered surveyors (MRICS) and building inspectors
* Interior designers and lighting specialists
Editing & reporting focus
* Safety, durability, and healthy-home standards
* Clear tool lists, costs, and maintenance schedules
* Code-aware details (venting, loads, waterproofing)
* Plain-English explanations—no fluff, no jargon
When she isn’t editing, Perla tracks emerging décor and garden trends and tests layouts and materials at home—so the advice she publishes is realistic, affordable, and ready to use.
