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    Alice Roberton

    Freelance Writer

    Alice Roberton is a writer and stylist, specialising in writing about period homes, antiques, vintage and salvage

    Latest articles by Alice Roberton

    exterior of an Edwardian house with double bay windows, teal front door with roses around it and balcony

    'Moving just across the road made the world of difference'

    This Edwardian semi was modernised with an open-plan layout and a colourful palette

    • detail of an antique bed with striped cushion and bedside table with candle and glass jar

      These homeowners took their time renovating this West Sussex Victorian property with stunning results

      'We've adopted a relaxed approach, living in the house as we discover what changes we want to make'

      By Alice Roberton

    • cottage living room with log burner, white walls, vintage furniture and original beams

      With this thatched cottage 'all practical thinking went out the window, and my heart won!’'

      An all-white French farmhouse scheme enhances the beautiful original features of this home

      By Alice Roberton

    • Exterior of pretty whitewashed cottage with thatched roof and roses by front porch

      A quintessential thatched cottage filled with vintage treasures

      The interior of this pretty thatched cottage is as captivating as its exterior

      By Alice Roberton

    • Living room in a tudor house with beamed ceiling, traditional fireplace and chair beside

      The sensitive renovation of this Tudor house revealed exciting discoveries

      Bringing this historic merchant's house back to life has uncovered its fascinating history

      By Alice Roberton

    • Blue kitchen with wooden peg rail, black slate floor tiles

      Blue and white reign supreme in this modern Victorian home

      The coastal palette of this Brighton terrace is inspired by its seaside location

      By Alice Roberton

    • vintage style living room with wall panelling, floral sofa and vintage sign

      Decorated entirely with salvaged and vintage finds, this converted bakery is a lesson in creative upcycling

      Secondhand isn't second best in the eyes of this homeowner

      By Alice Roberton

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