“The best thing about Catford is the incredible sense of community”, says interior designer Maria Lapuerta Rodriguez, who took on the challenge to renovate an Edwardian property in the Corbett Estate that she and her architect husband fell in love with.
“Use a mortgage adviser, they really help,” advises Camilla, a Londoner with a knack for interior design, who enjoyed having free reign in her first home - including a loft conversion that feels like a fancy hotel.
After months of hunting, Olive and Mejd stumbled upon an freehold ex-council house, with two bedrooms, and a garden, all within their budget. But the search was just the beginning. Olive, who found inspiration in the mixed decor styles of Haussmannian homes in Paris, took it upon herself to decorate her new abode with confidence and creativity.
Within a few years, Isabelle and her family managed to transform a three-bedroom “diamond in the rough” in Wimbledon Park into a beautiful and functional home.
In the midst of a global pandemic, the journey of these first-time homebuyers was one of unexpected twists and turns. With a fortuitous opportunity to housesit for six months, they were able to accelerate their savings and embark on a quest to find their dream home within a tight deadline.
Helen and her family found their way up the London property ladder by moving south of the river, discovering a hidden gem in Maze Hill and finally settling in their beautiful Victorian dream home in Sundridge Park.
After spending a couple of years in Australia, Rosie and her growing family moved into an old Victorian property with a garden in Beckenham - and managed to overcome “a surprise or three” with the help of good builders.
Interior stylist Katie and her husband Charlie embarked on a home renovation project, documenting their journey on social media. They successfully transformed a Victorian terrace into a modern mid-century oasis, striking a perfect balance between preserving original features and incorporating contemporary elements.
Bianca’s journey to home ownership in London came with unexpected surprises, both unpleasant and joyful. Though rattled at first by the faulty plumbing in her first flat, she learned to appreciate its quirks. Together with her partner, she ventured into new area, embracing the thrill of discovery.
Join Rachel in her captivating journey of London homeownership. It all started with the acquisition of an ex-council flat in the bustling heart of London Bridge, complete with a few plumbing surprises that transformed into charming quirks. Rachel and her partner ventured to Surrey Quays, wholeheartedly immersing themselves in the thrill of exploration.
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