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ABOUT ME I’m Kate Beavis, 47, a marketing consultant (theindie practice.com). I live here with my husband Adam, 46, a carpenter, and our children, Herbie, 12, and Kitty, 10. MY HOME A four-bedroom detached 1920s house in Bedfordshire. We moved here in February 2011. WHEN WE MOVED IN The house was damp and decrepit. There were mid-century wallpapers, a rickety extension and worn-out carpets everywhere, even in the kitchen. AND NOW The old kitchen has been transformed into a big, bright family hub, and we’ve incorporated the old wallpapers to make each room a backdrop for our vintage accessories. STYLE TIP Fill shelves with just two or three colours, and not too many items – the trick is knowing when to stop.
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