We Discovered a Problem With Our Cottage | English Summer Vlog | Lydia Millen

Lydia Millen balances professional design collaborations with the early stages of renovating her coastal cottage in Norfolk, managing a busy schedule of planning meetings alongside personal creative hobbies.

• Cottage renovation goals — The planned restoration includes a full rewire, potential heating and water system upgrades, and roof repairs [32:13].

• Design philosophy — The intent is for the cottage to look as if it has aged gracefully for 200 years, steering clear of any elements that appear too new [32:03].

• Builder compatibility — She feels confident in her choice of Avocet Homes because they understand her vision and possess a compatible energy [31:46].

• Cake decorating class — Hosted an instructor at home to learn professional techniques for making elegant, multi-layered cakes [01:28].

• Fairfax and Favor collaboration — Met with the team to review upcoming bag designs and a new oversized coat concept [38:07].

• Fireplace design — Consulted on installing a custom fire fender, noting challenges with the current hearth's shallow depth [14:04].

• Norfolk downtime — Spent time at the White Horse in Brancaster, enjoying local seafood and views with her assistant [55:33].

• What are the main priorities for the cottage restoration project?

• What creative projects is she currently developing with her brand partners?