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TERRACED HOME TRANSFORMATION

PROFILE

THE OWNERS

Alimah-Shadia Sitta and her husband, Abi Lawal, live here with their daughter, Amaal, and son Adam

THE PROPERTY

A three-bedroom 1950s terraced home in Upney, Greater London

PROJECT COST

Approx £34,250

It’s safe to say that Alimah isn’t afraid of a challenge. When she and her husband, Abi, bought their first home in Upney, Greater London, they were prepared for a project, but never did they anticipate having to renovate twice. In terms of layout,

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