I've learned to TAKE MY TIME!'

Removing a large cupboard gave Leanne the space she needed for a glamorous selfie-worthy bathroom

- IFEOLUWA ADEDEJI

Before I moved from Nottingham to Plymouth, I’d already found a house in a lovely area but ended up in a long chain and had to pullout,’ says Leanne. ‘I knew I wanted a period property and this house is on the same street as the one I’d made an offer on, which was a happy coincidence.

Starting work

As soon as I moved in I ripped everything out and had the whole house rewired and replastered. This took six months and luckily I was able to stay with friends while this was going on. However, I do wish I hadn’t done everything at once, because I rushed too often into making decisions and I feel like I’m still patching up bits and pieces now.

Rejigging the space