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Hello, I’m Nicky Marcus, and welcome to my blog. I live in Northern Ireland with my husband and two grown kids and for over 25 years, I’ve gained hands-on experience from extending and renovating five properties to recently self-building our “forever home.” I understand the ins and outs of home improvement projects, building work, and navigating budgets.

This blog is where I share insights, guidance, and practical advice on self-building, renovating, and creating a truly personal space. My goal is to make the process more approachable and informed for anyone considering a build, renovation, or those final touches to make a house feel like home.

With my studies in interior design and real-life project experience, I provide content that combines creative ideas with practical advice to help you design a home that’s both functional and beautiful. Whether you’re in the planning stages, in the middle of a project, or looking for design inspiration, I’m here to help.

I’m also active on Instagram, where I share even more ideas and updates from our self-build journey with a community of over 16,000 followers who are as passionate about home design as I am.