Renovators’ notes Other people have bars at home, so why not our own private café? – Louise

Think outside the box and repurpose those under-utilised areas of your home. Fine finishes

Going the DIY route is a huge money-saver. This way, we could splash out a little bit more on one-of-a-kind décor items and soft furnishings. We’re also saving a lot on electricity now that we’ve installed LEDS in the café and the rest of our home. It was worth every cent of the initial outlay. What’s the best thing about your new space? We enjoy most of our meals here and we like to indulge in tapas, bubbly or coffee with friends...

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