A woman living in the city's exclusive Park Estate has been speaking of the moment Sir Paul Smith saw her house as 'the most beautiful on the street' - and printed it on his unique designer merchandise that's globally recognised. Hidden away from the 'craziness' of the city, The Park is a gated, luxurious estate with an "Italian feel" to it.
Most of the houses are white, and cars need a passcode to enter the gates to the estate. Located to the west of the centre of Nottingham, The Park is stylish and private and has been home to some well-known figures.
The area is well known for its Victorian architecture, and famous names who have lived here include Dame Laura Knight, Sir Jonathan Miller, late footballer Justin Fashanu - and the world leading fashion designer Sir Paul himself. Mary Fruin, who moved to the area in 1981, remembered the unforgettable moment when the fashion icon asked if he could print her house on his merchandise.
