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Azza Refaat
ABOUT ME I’m 44 and I live in a rented three-bedroom villa in Dubai with my husband Moataz, 44, and our daughter Farida, who’s 16. what lessons have YOU learnt? I used to be like a kid in a sweet shop when I went home shopping, but I’ve learnt to be patient, stick to my mood board, and wait to find the right pieces.
Emma Lass
ABOUT ME I’m 36 and I live in a topfloor river-view flat in east London with my husband Ashley, 36, and daughters Elsie, five, and Alice, one. what’s your LATEST project? When we moved in, the walls were varnished plaster, and it felt like we were living in a pub. We’ve just finished painting them, which has made a huge difference.
Lauren Seager
ABOUT ME I’m 56 and I live in an extended three-bedroom semi in Milton Keynes with my husband Kevin, 54, and daughter Amelia, 28. what ARE your Money-saving Tips? Do as much yourself as you can – Youtube has great tutorials. Upcycle and re-use pieces whenever possible. Lastly, make a note of what you absolutely need, and stick to it.
Alice Byrd
ABOUT ME I’m 34 and I live in a 400-year-old, seven-bed manor in Yorkshire with my husband Chris, 34, and daughter Maggie, four. what’s your BEST style Tip? Stick to what you like. It’s fun to keep up with trends, but in the end, it’s your home and you have to live with it, so choose pieces and colours that make you happy.
Athina Bluff
ABOUT ME I’m 26 and I live in a two-bedroom flat in south London with my boyfriend Theo, 26. I’m an award-winning blogger at topologyinteriors.com. what’s your FAVOURITE ROOM? My bedroom, as the view from the window overlooks our garden, and behind that a conservation area, which is rare in central London.
Stacy Mastroianni
ABOUT ME I’m 35 and I live in a detached bungalow in Derby with my husband Anthony, 45, and sons Luca, 10, and Enzo, seven. where do YOU GET your decorating ideas? From magazines and social media, plus recently completing my diploma in professional interior design showed me great places to find inspiration.