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I TRANSFORMED OUR HOME WITH a can-do attitude

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Stick to just one art print for a sophisticated style

My story

We hadn't planned on moving but I'd always kept my eye on Rightmove. While scrolling through one day, I stumbled across this house for sale and instantly knew I wanted it. James grew up here in Colchester and we wanted to be close to his family. I asked to see the house and on that first viewing we put in an offer. We just knew it was the right fit for us - it was love at first sight.

When we moved in, the house was in desperate need of some TLC. I could see the potential beyond the dated décor, and I couldn't wait to put our own stamp on it with pattern, colour and texture to reflect our tastes. Doing the whole house at once felt

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