RISING TO THE CHALLENGE

Micaela and Tom Baker overcame various obstacles to achieve their dream home and become the overall winners in our Reader Awards

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KITCHEN This part of the cook space is an extension. ‘We didn’t use an architect – we hired a draftsman to submit drawings to the council.’ Oscar bar stools, £160 each, Reside Living

HOME TRUTHS

THE PROPERTY Victorian semi-detached house

LOCATION West London

ROOMS Sitting room, kitchendiner/sitting area, office, utility room, cloakroom, four bedrooms, two bathrooms, garden room

PURCHASED 2020

PREVIOUS PROPERTY ‘We lived in a similar smaller period property with a less sizable garden,’ says Micaela.

KITCHEN The rattan bar stools bring a relaxed and informal feel to the classic Victorian-inspired design. Fairford Charcoal kitchen, price of request, Howdens. Oscar bar stools, £160 each, Reside Living. Där Dara bar ceiling light, £238.80, John Lewis & Partners