< Previous10_Layout 1 19/09/2016 10:17 Page 111_Layout 1 19/09/2016 10:18 Page 112 LINCOLNSHIRETODAYHOMESDesigning your dream home can seem a dauntingprospect if you don’t know where to start. However, itcan be a very rewarding experience as there is nothinglike seeing your vision take shape. A fine example of this is this wonderful reader’sproperty in the heart of Lincolnshire which not onlyaffords stunning views but also offers breathtaking viewsof the surrounding countryside. Of course, finding the right plot is key, but it can bedone and this property shows just what can beachieved if you look hard enough. As Jason told us:“When we first found ours, it had a dilapidated woodenbungalow, which didn’t do it any favours but, as it wasright on the river and with the apex of a south-facingcurve in the waterway, the location had amazing viewsboth up and down stream, with open countryside andno neighbouring or overlooking properties.”The views are undoubtedly the most important aspectof a property. Everything else is just details which youcan change, but it’s the views which are ever-present,every day when you wake up or when you go home. Ifyou manage to find a pleasing outlook it can bring youInspired designNothing defines your personal styleas much as your home, especiallywhen you can design it yourself.This month’s reader’s home is aprime example of just what can beachieved by doing this. 14 Á12-17_Layout 1 19/09/2016 11:01 Page 1LINCOLNSHIRETODAY13HOMES12-17_Layout 1 19/09/2016 11:01 Page 214 LINCOLNSHIRETODAYHOMESan uplifting feeling of well-being... even if your home itselfis a project needing improvement or a work in progress!“Living in view of an expanse of water is sensational,and seeing sunrises above the river, when you take timeout of hectic life to just look, absorb the visual effects andlisten to the wildlife, can be breathtaking” explains Jason.Of course the next step in designing your own home isto develop a vision of how you want it to look. Your plansmight change due to regulations or practicalities, but itsaves a lot of time if you can give your architect a set ofspecific requirements, rather than a vague series of poorlythought through ideas. Then it’s a case of ensuring finances are in place andyou have a realistic budget to achieve what you want. Noteverybody has the means to finance the self-build fromtheir own pocket but there are self-build mortgages thatwork on stage payments so funds are released at key pointsthroughout the project. Once this is in place and you have the essentials sorted:an architect, planning approval, a main contractor (despitewhat you see on Grand Designs, few of us mere mortalshave the time or skills to actually lay the foundations, bricksand do all the plumbing and electrics) so choosing theright contractors is crucial as is project managing if youintend to do this part yourself, as you need to be able toget the right trades on the job at the right time and ensurethey have all the materials they’ll need to be able to workunhindered. Indeed, when you design your new home, you get tochoose all the interior colours, materials, and fixtures.12-17_Layout 1 19/09/2016 11:01 Page 3LINCOLNSHIRETODAY15Beautiful fireplaces, firesand stoves for every homelOver 75 beautiful displays in Huge Showroom with room settingslBespoke fireplace manufacturing service availablelIn-house Gas Safe and HETAS registered fitting serviceslFires available in Gas, Electric and Solid Fuel – including wood burning and multi-fuel stoveslFamily run showroom established in April 1989Burning Sensation(Grimsby) LtdArmstrong Street, Grimsby. DN31 1XDTel: 01472 351651Email: sales@burningsensation.co.ukwww.burningsensation.co.ukThese decisions play a major role in making your new homematch your personality. Whether you prefer naturalmaterials, such as stone or wood, or you’re morecontemporary with high gloss or metal finishes, all thedetails of your home are yours to make.That’s certainly the case in this home which features floorto ceiling glass and exquisite views complemented by stylisharchitecture and furnishings. In the hallway, there’sunderfloor heating warming the oak floors, and a hall-through-to-lounge aquarium framed in an oversized portholeoffers eyecatching views of vivid-coloured marine fish.Overhead, there’s a 30ft Swarovski crystal chandelier withsuspended raindrops effect and the lounge has huge views16 Á12-17_Layout 1 19/09/2016 11:01 Page 416 LINCOLNSHIRETODAYHOMESout through the huge expanses of glazing glass, giving you the impressionthat you can reach out and almost touch the river. An elegant piano, a sofaby Ligne Roset, chairs from Chaplins of London, and a mohair rugcomplete the look.The main bedroom features a floor in natural limestone, a Japanese stylebed and a choice of materials intended to soften the roomspace andwelcome relaxation.The main bathroom is just as unique with tones across the spectrum ofaqua blues, and a custom glass bath panel designed to blend with all of theshades from turquoise through azure, and framed in a volcanic rock effectso as to form pools of vibrant blue light glowing from the bath.Needless to say, you can often find a home to buy that fits your needs,but as this example shows, designing your own can give you everythingyou need and want for you and your family. One of the best benefits you’llreceive is the enjoyment you’ll get from creating a home with a real wowfactor that reflects your personal style, fits your needs, and gives youcomfort for years to come.T & A StablesTelephone: 01507 328 820 Mobile: 07919 883 403Email: steve@tandastables.co.uk www.tandastables.co.ukWe build stables, aviaries, kennels, sheds, workshops, and any other outdoor buildings to your specification.12-17_Layout 1 19/09/2016 11:01 Page 5Outstanding Bespoke furniture CChesterfields in Lincoln “For Quality, Style and Value” 01673 866656 www.chesterfieldsinlincoln.co.uk Brunel House, Deepdale Lane, Neleham, LN2 2LL Open Mon - Sat 9am-5pm. Sunday by appointment Deepdale Lane is off A46 3 miles North of Lincoln. Follow the signpost for Lincolnshire Police headquarters. We are first on the left. 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The things we surround ourselves with have anincredible influence on how we feel, and taking thetime to consider each piece can be deeply rewarding. It’sless about minimalism and more about introspection. Moderndesign can help offer a more sleek and refreshing approach,imparting an altogether more calming ambience. The app storeaesthetic, though, isn’t to all tastes; but modern needn’t mean only simpleor cold. In fact, it can actually help create something more warming without any of the clutter. Subtly of design isn’t just reserved for shape and form, and can encompass everything from colour andmaterials to functionality. Certain colours come with connotations that exude calmness and wellbeing. Blues,greys and white tones can always be relied on to provide that airy ambiance that makes you feel at ease.Sometimes, it’s just a subtle touch that’s needed to create a cleaner, less cluttered appearance and opting forfurniture pieces designed without big metal handles can be just the ticket. A different approachThe home is an extension of the self, with our quirks and foibles in every furniturechoice or colour scheme, meaning clutter speaks volumes. 1218-19_Layout 1 19/09/2016 11:03 Page 1LINCOLNSHIRETODAY19HOMES1) Black Cat PortraitThis stunning original portrait from Black Cat Portrait’s latestcollection on FineArtSeen shows that less really is more.2) Stainless Steel Oil LampThe Mono Concave Oil Lamp from The Design Gift Shopfeatures a stylishly arranged flame hovering over a mirrorlike dish.3) Tempo Armchair Natuzzi combines leather and goose down for a superstylish and supremely comfortable armchair. 4) Table basse Méli Mélo simpleSmart and stylish – this table solution from Malherbe Editioncan easily hide clutter from view. 5) Shagreen 3 Drawer ChestThe natural rough surface of Sweetpea & Willow’s shagreenpattern behind glass makes for a sophisticated, classy,timeless piece.6) Deluxe Beds Modern Living CollectionThis bed, available from Askew’s of Alford, is a simplecanvas primed for your own personal stamp. 356418-19_Layout 1 19/09/2016 11:03 Page 2Next >