There was no turning back once we learned of The Old Printworks celebrated past as the first publishers of the iconic Penguin books. It is a real sanctuary and fits in perfectly with the magical atmosphere of Frome and the surrounding area. I’m able to work from home in an office that I’ve set up in our garden which means my commute to work in the morning lasts all of 20 seconds. There’s lots of like-minded people here who are open to exploring new ways to live life to the full.

It felt right to be buying a home at a site being brought back into use and regenerated, rather than a greenfield site. It ticks all the important boxes for us. It’s a quality, contemporary home, but it also boasts impressive sustainability credentials; from use of eco-stock bricks and triple-glazing to the consideration of biodiversity across the site. I was also won over by the styling of the houses and the big windows that mean every room is filled with light. Plus, as a former garden and interior designer, I appreciated how well the architect had maximised the space to give each room a workable layout and lovely flow through the house.