‘Now, it’s full of THRIFTY IDEAS’

Before the move to this house we lived in a large five-bedroom Georgian home, with real fires, original wood floors and open spaces, filled with natural light,’ says Claire. ‘So a 1960s-built property was a big change.

But I believe any interior space, no matter the location or age of the house, can be made beautiful – a sanctuary and a real home. The children and I wanted to stay in this area, which is surrounded by beautiful countryside, and is close to our family and friends, so we feel very lucky to have landed here. The move has been a great