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This U.K. Home’s Living Room Features a Piano, Trees, and Charm

published Apr 14, 2023
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About this tour
Home Type
House
Location
Colchester, United Kingdom
Style
Vintage
Bedrooms
2
Square feet
1275
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Light filled living room with white comfortable furniture and colorful bunting on the ceiling.
Credit: Elielle Viaje

Name: Elielle Viaje, husband, and three children
Location: Colchester, United Kingdom
Type of home: Semi-detached
Size: 1275 square feet
Years lived in: 1.5 years, owned

Credit: Elielle Viaje

Tell us a little (or a lot) about your home and the people who live there: We are a family of five; we love to stay home and tidy up around the house!

Credit: Elielle Viaje

We also have a huge garden (140 feet long!) where we have planted fruit-bearing and ornamental trees.

Credit: Elielle Viaje

It is a continuous work in progress, but we enjoy it nevertheless!

Credit: Elielle Viaje

I am a professional pianist who loves to garden.

Credit: Elielle Viaje

Describe your home’s style in 5 words or fewer: Botanical, airy, eclectic, relaxed, traditional.

Credit: Elielle Viaje

What is your favorite room and why? The lounge (or living room), as it houses my beloved piano and my trees. I also have a lovely view of the gardens both front and back.

Any advice for creating a home you love? Just do it!

Credit: Elielle Viaje

This submission’s responses and photos were edited for length/size and clarity.
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