ARTIST in residence

Striking artwork and the clever use of a colourful paint palette are the secrets behind Andrea Curtis’ beautiful abode

- KAY PRESTNEY

Home to Andrea Curtis, Alistair Ross and their two children Carys, 20, and Grace, 13, this property reflects the creative talents of its occupants. Andrea is passionate about colour and has turned her artistic skills and natural instinct for creating appealing palettes into a career as a colour consultant. These gifts clearly run in the family genes as daughter Carys is also a talented artist, currently studying at art college.

When the family first moved into the property 15 years ago, it was a far cry from the interior of their dreams. Woodchip wallpaper covered the entire house and they spent a stressful few months living on site while each room was stripped and replastered. ‘It was definitely our greatest challenge, we had a young child and everywhere was covered in mess and dust, but making the decision to do it all at once was definitely the right choice,’ says Andrea.