< PreviousA total of 42 new homes comprising of a mixture of townhouses, semi-detached anddetached properties, all builtwithin a pleasing environment ofcourtyard and landscaped groundsCANAL COURTBRIDGE STREET, SAXILBYA brand new development of 2, 3, and 4 bedroom homes020:Layout 1 11/4/14 10:20 Page 1LincolnshireLiving roomsBedroomsGardensReaders’ homesDecorSpring has sprung and the dark days of winter arebeyond us. There’s no better opportunity, then, to takeadvantage of the bright and sunny days and add somedelightful finishing touches to your home. Across Lincolnshire,retailers offer exceptional items that offer that in spades.Even if you don’t take advantage of the extra holidays this monthto completely renovate your home, you can certainly takethe opportunity to do a bit of spring cleaning.Whether you're thinking about totalrenovation, or just sprucing up yoursurroundings with a few subtle changes, youcan be sure there'll be something to inspire.From the floorboards up we promise ideas tosuit every taste.LivingBathroomsKitchens021:Layout 1 11/4/14 10:21 Page 1From the heart of Norway to the south of Brazil. Jøtul’s wide range of wood stoves are appreciated all around the world. Let us invite you to the Jøtul Instore experience. With County Woodburning Centre’s extensive Jøtulproduct display you can be sure to find the ideal stove or insert for your home.Lincolnshires Largest Stove Showroom12-18 Dunstall Street, Scunthorpe, DN15 6LF01724 844872info@countywoodburningcentre.co.uk www.countywoodburningcentre.co.ukOver 200 display models and working stovesAccredited dealers for all major stove and range cooker suppliersHETAS approved reseller with HETASapproved installersSpecialist fireplace design and constructionExtensive range of cookware, accessories and fuels Available to buy instoreJOIN US FOR NORWEGIANCONSTITUTION DAY 17th MAYGreat deals on new and ex display models on the day!JØTUL F373 022:Layout 1 11/4/14 10:25 Page 1LINCOLNSHIRETODAY23LINCOLNSHIRE LIVING - HOMESTucked just on the edge of the pleasantlittle town of Barrow, 8 Westcote Farm isa four-bedroom home built in what couldbe termed a gated development. As youpull into the long and tidy cul-de-sac,built on the former site of a large farm,you feel you are entering somewhereexclusive, but welcoming.Converted from a former cow shed,the old arches that would have made upthe doors now provide large, light andairy windows which flood a large kitchenand dining room with natural light, andthis continues into the long, expansiveliving room. With so much room, ownersJoe and Lindy are able to display largeworks of art and furniture that reflectstheir personality. It’s a large, family home,renovated just over eleven years ago. With no other buildings allowed to bebuilt in the farm’s boundaries, the sevenhomes on the road serve as a quiet basefor anyone living there. They enjoy abackdrop of rolling fields and trees; it’s astep back into nature and feels for all theworld like it exists alone.The home also benefits from some24 TuckedawayA reader’s home tucked away in Barrow-Upon-Humber is aunique and peaceful retreat. We take a look around thisunique country retreat.23-25:Layout 1 11/4/14 11:35 Page 124 LINCOLNSHIRETODAYLINCOLNSHIRE LIVING - HOMESfantastic land too, the garden to the rearis a large, grassed affair with a feature inthe form of a pagoda to one side, built, itis rumoured on the base of what used tobe a helicopter pad for the farm! At thefront of the property a millstone-styletrough stands as a reminder of the site’spast - a much more pastoral, rather thanresidential function and serves as areminder of the unique history.Inside, oak beams punctuate thisfurther as does the fireplace in the livingroom, which is constructed from theoriginal bricks found dotted around thesite. Likewise, the tiles that cover theutility room come from the site, giving itan integrated feel.On the upper floor, immaculatebedrooms hold a sense of homely stylewith a large family bathroombeing accessed by either hallwayor bedroom, it screamsconvenience and comfort. The1960s iron-based sewing machineon the second floor is also a fantastictouch, as is the exotic-looking stringedinstrument that stands beside it.Lindy enthusiastically describes the siteas a fantastic place to live. Quiet andpeaceful it really is the epitome ofrelaxation. How many places can truly callthemselves that?Quite how our readers could bear to partwith such a property is beyond us but, theowners have decided to place 8 WestcoteFarm on the market with Fine & CountryNorth Lincolnshire for £465,000 and we don’tthink it’ll take long for someone to snap it up! 23-25:Layout 1 11/4/14 11:35 Page 2LINCOLNSHIRETODAY25LINCOLNSHIRE LIVING - HOMESConverted from a former cow shed, the old archesthat would have made up the doors now providelarge, light and airy windows which flood thehouse with natural light23-25:Layout 1 11/4/14 11:35 Page 3LINCOLNSHIRE LIVING - LIVING ROOMThe living room is often the hub of any home. Whether you livealone, are in a couple or have a family that fill it to capacity on aregular basis, there’s loads of reasons why you should make theeffort to make it as pleasant as possible. We’ve noticed severaltrends recently that will make life more bearable, why not trythem out?Be social: Whether you are relaxing or engaging in meaningfulconversation, if a room isn’t geared towards encouragingdiscourse then it will simply flop at lulls in the exchange. One ideawe’ve seen work in a wholly positive way is the idea of placingsofas or grouped seating in direct opposition to each other inorder to stimulate conversation and have more reason to talk toeach other. If a home’s seating is arranged to face a television likethey have been for years, attention will be fixed towards thatcorner. We’re a social species, so even rearranging furniture whenyou have company can be beneficial. Watch the televisionwhen you’re alone or when there’s a reason to. How doesthe old expression go? It’s good to talk?Make a house a home: with flooringin most modern homesbecoming more andmore geared towards laminate or wood panelling, often this canseem rather cold and unforgiving. Simple additions like rugs canwork wonders in making it a more welcoming and warmer place tobe. If you can afford it or indeed allocate time to installing it, underfloor heating can seriously transform a home, particularly when tilesare cold to the touch and it can save on bills too, with the wholefloor heated, it will remain within the walls better and feel moretoasty. On the other hand, air conditioning is becoming moreaffordable, making it easier to avoid stuffy environments in thesummer months without the need for clunky fans.Blinded by the light: Lighting a living room effectively canmake all the difference of whether you want to spend time inLivinglargeThe living room, the showcase of the house. Whereelse do you socialise, relax and chat more in yourhome? Here’s some tips to make living in there thatmuch more enjoyable.The way you engineer yourfurniture can mean a moresocial situationPHOTO: SHUTTERSTOCK.COM/RACORN026-027:Layout 1 11/4/14 11:07 Page 1LINCOLNSHIRETODAY27Weaver Flooring & InteriorsFlooring SpecialistsKarndean Showroom IExtensive Carpet RangeNaturals I Laminates IEngineered WoodSolid Wood IRugsIn Stock– Bleach Cleanable Stainfree Heavy domesc Carpet, 6 colours - £12.99 sqmLarge Selecon of quality remnants and vinyl all atlow pricesT: 01636 701193E: info@weaver-flooring.co.ukwww.weaver-flooring.co.uk7 BargateINewarkING24 1ESNOW OPEN SUNDAY 10am - 3pmthere or not. Too bright a room and you’ll not be able to focus orfeel comfortable, too dark and you’ll feel hemmed in, depressedand will not want to be there for long. One great solution isblinds, whether that’s material shut-out affairs which can be goodfor home cinema buffs so you can watch a film in peace, orshuttered types which allow you to slant the light to where youwant it. It also offers a level of privacy that old-style net curtainssimply don’t. If you live on a street where there’s a lot of foottraffic, consider this as a serious option to stop would-begawkers!The Entertainer: When it comes to hosting, all the coolconversations apparently take place in the kitchen, but your livingroom will probably see the most action when people gather.Instead of sticking to rigid plans, the living room can certainly bethe most adaptable room in your house, bring in more softfurnishings like bean bags, stools and even blankets to make theroom seem more welcoming and people can pick and choosewhere they want to sit and will not wander into other areas ifthere’s ample space to relax. Music is an integral part of partiestoo of course, and installing integrated speakers is becomingmore popular. Even if you’re old fashioned when it comes to yourtaste, a modern setup can look fantastic. Streaming services likeSpotify or Deezer can mean you can let guests pick the musicand play it back through speakers either in docking stations or viaexisting high-end systems - it can certainly lead to some fantasticmoments and furious dancing, but be aware of musicalarguments! Streaming music from the living room to other partsof the house is now easier too, why not give it a go?026-027:Layout 1 11/4/14 11:07 Page 2Your Dream Kitchen...From planning to reality?View our credentials atCall now for your FREE quoteon 01522 526400Visit our showroom at: SunningdaleTrading Estate, Dixon Street, LincolnLN6 7UBwww.dreamdoors.co.uk• Trusted reputation• Made to measure custom built doors and units• Fitted by our own experts028-031:Layout 1 11/4/14 11:37 Page 1LINCOLNSHIRETODAY29LINCOLNSHIRE LIVING - KITCHENSMany people opt for the rustic appealof a range cooker which in its designharks back to the family homes of thepast and serves as the centrepiece of thekitchen. As well as looking great, though,they’re also fantastic to use, like the dualfuel cookers that provide the best of bothworlds – the speed and even cookingresults of an electric oven and thecontrollability of a gas hob, alongside theconvenience of added extras like griddlesand cooking plates.That’s not the only option, though –the modern kitchen contains anextraordinary array of technology,designed to integrate discreetly andseamlessly into the cabinets and worktop.The minimalist approach is particularlyvaluable for those who don’t like clutterand want a suitably cool setting forentertaining. Ovens that self clean – byheating the cavity and burning away alldirt and grime – and instant heat multizone induction hobs which say cool tothe touch even in use have provenparticularly popular with those whoenjoy cooking but can’t bear the faff.Much of this can also be done withouthaving to start from scratch. Manykitchens can enjoy what appears to be aradical new look but with the same basicfoundations – just the doors and drawersare replaced while the units stay inplace. Lincolnshire’s top kitchenSomething’scooking in the kitchenDoes your kitchen have asoul or a spirit that’swarm, inviting andpersonal? As any gooddesigner will tell you, it’snot simply aboutworktops and cupboardsthese days…30 028-031:Layout 1 11/4/14 11:37 Page 2Next >