This renovation project was a really lucky find

In the five years since Sophia and Tom Hardy bought their four-bedroom home in Lichfield, it has become totally unrecognisable from how it was on the day they moved in. ‘I’d always wanted a period property and really loved the idea of a renovation project. When we found this house, it ticked all the boxes: location, style and, of course, it was in need of a major revamp.’ The couple picked up the keys in October 2015 and immediately set about making the changes. However, with their busy lifestyle, it’s a surprise just how much they took on. ‘I’m