Anyone who has watched Grand Designs will know just how much work goes into a self-building project. The popular Channel 4 property programme follows ambitious individuals as they design and build their dream home, from the initial blueprints right down to the final reveal.
One couple in Lancashire took on their very own Grand Designs-style project without the cameras, and now live in their beautiful five-bed detached house which was carefully constructed from scratch. After having lifelong goals to build their forever home, Katie and her husband Michael worked tirelessly throughout their 20s to make their dream a reality.
Katie, 31, spoke to the Manchester Evening News as part of our Where I Live series. Each week we chat to a different homeowner across the north west about their buying and renovation journey; and take a look inside to see how they've made their house a home.
