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We'd only been in our three-bedroom Victorian house in Nottingham for two years when we moved to this

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The three-storey house had been rented out for 20 years, so the décor was dated, but there was a big driveway with scope to extend.

Our first job was tanking the cellar to provide storage. Then we decorated the kids‘ bedrooms and shower room on the top floor to create a haven away from all the dust.

Four months after moving in, we tackled the ground floor. The kitchen and dining room were knocked together and squared off with a single-storey rear extension, then we demolished the garage and added a two-storey side extension. This gave us a new garage with a utility room behind, plus a dressing room and en suite above. We also added a downstairs toilet where the old kitchen door was blocked up. To save money the builders constructed the shell, then we project managed the second fix trades ourselves.

Originally, we considered a two-storey rear extension to give us a fifth bedroom, but the neighbours weren't happy, so we scaled it down. It worked out for the best as it would've stretched the budget. Having my friend next door to cook us dinner and help with the kids was invaluable during the three-month build and my in-laws have been great, cleaning up after the builders and project managing when we weren't around.

Since then, every room’s been decorated in a modern Victorian style with some mid-century thrown in too.

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by Farrow & Ball left over,so we went for it Painting the woodwork the same as the walls gave it much more modern finish, The pair saved money by having Gareth’s dad help strip and paint the room, and his mum got staff discount on the M&S sofa. a ‘I love this room as it has a classic look, but with a quirky twist’ says Sam. |

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This flat was a lucky find that just happened to fit most ofour criteria. We were looking for a place that had a little bit of character, and plenty of green space nearby for family walks and time in nature.

When we came across this flat in Ealing, it felt like everything fell into place. It’s in a Victorian building, so it has the kerb appeal I'd been hoping for, plus a balcony, a garage for storage and building furniture, and a bay window, which I'd always dreamt of having in my home. instantly began daydreaming about sunny afternoons spent sat on a bench beneath the bay window, looking out onto the green field opposite. We signed the rental agreement straight away and didn't look back.

The interior décor left much to be desired and didn't fit my definition of homely at all. We replaced the red carpets with wooden flooring and painted all of the walls for an instant refresh. Then, room by room, we built and developed our interior style.

A big issue that we faced was the size of the flat, and the lack ofa bedroom for Tornasz and I. It made the most sense for us to make the lounge a multipurpose room, so that David could have a we slept on a sofa space of his own.

To begin with, bed, which was neither comfortable nor compact enough, so we decided to build a fold-away bed into a large recess in one of the walls. It’s really allowed us to use the space fully.

Updating our flat has made me realise that buying new is rarely the best option and that the items need can almost always be built by us or bought second-hand. It truly has been a lesson in honing — my styling and DIY skills snippets of which share

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‘Thad difficulty decorating the dining room, as three ofthe walls have doors leading to other rooms in the flat and the fourth has a big, beautiful bay window. wanted to ensure that all adjoining rooms were easily accessible, without compromising on the usage and enjoyment ofthis space.

Tomasz built window seat and, to maximise storage potential, built cupboard into the base so that we can stash belongings out of sight. To further save floor space we made sliding door from an old wooden milk barrel a for the entrance to the kitchen’

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When my husband Nick and were expecting our second child five years ago, we felt we needed to upsize so that our growing family had more space to spread out. Meanwhile, my mum was looking to downsize.

The idea of us swapping houses was dropped into conversation one day and it appeared to be the perfect solution for all of us.

This house has always felt like home to me, but was keen to put my stamp on it and make some changes so that it better suited my family, while remaining sensitive to its soul and happy heartbeat created by my mum.

To allow us more space, we knocked down the wall between the kitchen and the dining room and added a rear extension to create an open-plan hub. We also converted the loft into generous master bedroom.

That allowed us to knock down the wall that separated the box bedroom from the main bathroom on the first floor so that we could create a large and luxurious family bathroom.

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_Expert advice How to design a lighting system

@ Consider general lighting to illuminate the room as a whole. Would a pendant work best or a few well-positioned lamps?

Make sure your home shines bright

@ Use accent lighting to draw attention to specific features or spaces, such as wall art, a bathtub or a shelf of treasures.

@ Draw a lighting plan, but be aware you don't have to follow tradition. Think about how you want the space to look and feel, and work towards that.

@ Be mindful of the mood. Dimmers can help you to control the ambience of a room,

@ Allocate task lighting to any areas that you use for particular tasks, such as kitchen worktops. Dedicated illumination for these

while candles and string lights create a cosy vibe in the evenings. Lots of natural light

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This romantic pairing is perfect for bedrooms and chilled-out sitting rooms. The midnight blue walls are reminiscent of starry skies and will create the perfect atmosphere for sleeping. The addition of dusky pink warms up what could feel like a cold blue, for a bold, but soft look.

The light-reflecting quality of velvet makes it perfect for balancing out a dark room. It has amuch warmer effect than surfaces we would traditionally use to reflect light, such as glass or mirror finishes. Create highlights by choosing brass hardware and light fittings they'll feel a lot more luxurious than silver.

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This look will work well in larger rooms, as the expanse of white ceiling will balance out the black. It will also suit smaller rooms that you can see from a distance, such as a bedroom at the end of along hallway, as you'll be able to see the wide stretch of bright ceiling.

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It’s a real space saver, which allows room for a stool, and combining it with a mirror means it provides all the functionality of a traditional dressing table.

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Plants are a big style trend at the moment, but they also purify the air and can help to relieve stress and anxiety, which encourage good sleep.

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Umbra Hub ladder rack in Black/Walnut, £80, Beaumonde. Afaw Berber-style rug, £74.25; for a similar pendant, try the Mita wired metal pendant shade, £40, both La Redoute. Rattan wall shelf, £8, Flying Tiger. Maka whitewash rattan stool, £97, lamfy.

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After checking it wasn’t structural, Dave knocked down the internal wall and then helped the plumber with the tiling and grouting, which not only saved time, but taught me new skills. The majority of the work was done in three weeks, but thankfully we were only without a bathroom for about four days.

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For similar toilet, try the Plumbsure Bodmin close-coupled toilet with standard close seat, £47, B&Q. Napa vinyl flooring used as wall tiles, £8.99 per sq m, Burts. For similar vanity unit, try the Arséne metal and mango wood unit, £665, Tikamoon. East Haven chevron mosaic tiles, £149.97 per sq m, Claybrook. Torrano Calacatta wall tiles, £36.89 per sq m, Topps Tiles. For similar floor tiles, try the Polished Dark Grey tiles, £28.95 per sq m, Walls and Floors. Elements round wall mirror, £20, Dunelm. Ambrose antique brass wall light with glass shade, £28, Iconic Lights.

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Method Ina large wok, heat the oil until very hot and cook the pork strips, tossing and stirring throughout. Add the garlic and ginger, stir and then add the celery and radish.

Continue to stir while adding the rice, Chinese leaf lettuce and spring onions. Add in the soy, hot sauce and mirin and stir while everything cooks. The vegetables should keep a good crunch.

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Add all the seasoning spices and lime zest to the prawns and mix well. Marinade in the olive oil, butter, coriander and lime juice.

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Method Heat the grill and cook the bacon on each side until very crisp, Chop into small chunks and combine with the breadcrumbs and 4 of the cheese then set aside.

Boil the kettle to fill a large pan. When boiling vigorously in the pan add a pinch of salt and the macaroni. Cook for 9 minutes then add the asparagus and cook for a further 2 minutes.

While the macaroni is cooking, melt the butter in a small thick-based saucepan, sprinkle in the flour and stir with a wooden spoon.

Cook while stirring for minute then add the milk a little at a time, stirring continuously so it is absorbed into the flour and slowly makes a smooth sauce. If you get any lumps, don't panic, just beat vigorously with the wooden spoon and they'll disperse. Stir in the mustard, some black pepper and the remaining cheese.

Once the macaroni and asparagus are cooked, drain well and return them to the pan. Pour over the cheese sauce and stir to coat the macaroni into a large oven dish, Tip sprinkle over the breadcrumb mixture and return to the grill for the top to melt and brown.

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Add the garlic, spices and mustard powder. Cook them for 2-3 mins, then stir in the tomato purée, sugar, treacle and in the beans, then half-fill one ofthe tins with ketchup.

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Chill in the fridge for 30 mins.

Lay the bananas on the base in an even layer. Spoon the caramel into a bowl, stir well until it’s smooth, then pour it evenly over the bananas, to the top of the biscuit case. Chill for 30 mins.

Preheat the grill to high. Arrange the marshmallows on top in an even layer all over, then add 2 or 3 smaller layers (check how much room you have under the grill first}, Grill for 15 secs, or until the marshmallows turn gooey and brown.

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Put the cider, honey and mustard in a saucepan and simmer for 15 mins, until the mixture has reduced by about two-thirds.

Meanwhile, put the sausages in a roasting tin and cook for 10 mins, then coat them with half the glaze and return to the oven to cook for a further 10 mins.

Squeeze the cooked shallots out of their skins, roughly chop, then stir then in with the sausages. Brush the sausages with the rest of the glaze, then return them to the oven for 5-10 mins until everything is golden brown and sticky. Put the ciabatta in the oven for 5 mins. Season the sausages, then spoon 2 sausages and some shallots onto each warmed ciabatta bap and serve.

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Remove the stalks and pierce each apple with a lolly stick or wooden skewer. Press the stick in far enough so it won't come out, but be careful not to go the whole way through the apple. Put the apples in the fridge while you make the caramel.

Line a baking tray with non-stick baking paper. Put the sugar into a large saucepan with the syrup, butter and vanilla. Heat slowly over a medium heat for around 8 mins, or until the sugar has dissolved.

Increase the heat, bringing the mixture to a rolling boil. Add a sugar thermometer and boil for around 8 mins or until the thermometer reaches 140°C ‘hard crack’ stage — if you don’t have a thermometer you can check by spooning a bit into a bowl of cold water. It should harden instantly and, when removed, be brittle and easy to crack. Stir through the salt.

Remove the caramel from the heat. Submerge each apple into the caramel and twist it around using the stick. Make sure all but the very top is covered, the place each one on your baking tray. Continue until all the apples are covered. Be careful not to touch the caramel. Allow the coated apples to set for hour before serving.

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remaining light brown sugar.

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Meanwhile, in a bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, vanilla and maple syrup until they're well mixed and frothy. Add the lemon zest.

Melt half the remaining butter in the pan, swirl it around, then pour in the egg mixture and cook for 2 minutes until it’s beginning to set. Quickly scatter the slices of fruit over the top, including the blueberries. Dot with the remaining butter and the goat's cheese or ricotta.

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Heat the oven to 180°C/160°C Fan/Gas Mark4 and allow the pudding to soak while the oven comes up to heat.

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Emily’s signature style is bright, colourful and full of fun

When had children, drawing began to play a meaningful part in my life. had a tough time after the birth of my second son, and creating artwork helped me to re-connect with who was underneath ‘mum life. The more worked with colour, the more it infiltrated my life in other ways. Positivity and vibrancy became part of my day again.

In autumn 2017 created a small collection of greetings cards from my artwork and started a colourful wholesale business.

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What does the rest of che year holdfor you?

It’s been a strange year with the virus, but it’s brought a fresh surge of inspiration and direction for me and my brand.

My products have launched into John Lewis & Partners and Sainsbury's, and I'm growing my online shop as we speak to create an online destination for uplifting and colourful products and content. think we'll all need some positivity and colour in our lives after all this! |

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“ylish and practical?

Absolutely! Sometimes we can get frustrated when the ‘practical’impinges on the ‘stylish’ because life can be chaotic. Our living room can go from showroom to bomb site in

halfan hour. But, for me,

about injecting colour and style into the backdrop and basics of your home: wall colour, furniture, textures and surfaces.

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storage. Lots of storage.

Who are you stalking on Instagram?

love profiles that post colourful, quirky interiors, @home_ec_op or @homemilk, for example. also love the design and content of the female-support profile @freeda_en. |

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obsessed with colour pairings. I've been known to interrupt strangers to ask if| could quickly take a pic of their I'm

green bag against a pink wall, as they'd make the perfect combo.

Collecting colours is a hobby of mine. The inspiration for my illustration is rooted in realism, portraiture and drawing animals, or iconography that instils a positive emotive response. love to make my illustrations look as realistic as possible, while setting them ona colour-block backdrop to enhance their magic. |

What's your proudest career moment?

Launching as a‘proper’ greetings card publisher at Top Drawer London in January 2018 was such an achievement for me. It took so much to get to that point. The card collection launching into Liberty London felt incredible and John Lewis buying my stationery range for Spring 2020 is possibly the biggest highlight to date. Let's see what happens with my new range of kitchen textiles and dinnerware items!

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