Celebrity makeover for show property in Colchester

60 Minute Makeover star Derek Taylor works his magic on the brand new showhome at Taylor Wimpey’s The Boulevard II, Tamarinds, development of houses for sale in Colchester.

A brand new showhome at a Taylor Wimpey development of property for sale in Colchester has been given a celebrity makeover by one of the stars of a popular ITV show.

Leading interior designer Derek Taylor, one of the much-loved presenters of hit daytime design show 60 Minute Makeover, has worked his magic on the beautiful four-bedroom ‘Sandringham’ showhome at The Boulevard II, Tamarinds, development of new homes in Colchester.

Michael O’Leary, Regional Sales and Marketing Manager for Taylor Wimpey, says: “Derek may be best known to people for his role on TV, but he’s also the managing director of one of the UK’s top interior design companies which specialises in creating jaw-dropping show houses.

“He’s really come up with a winning design for the ‘Sandringham’ and visitors to this stunning Colchester property are commenting on how wonderful it looks. They’re not only able to experience a brand new Taylor Wimpey property in Colchester, but can also gain fresh inspiration for their own interior designs.”

A contemporary earthy palette blending tasteful chocolates, creams and taupe tones has been chosen by Derek for the spacious living areas of the double-fronted ‘Sandringham’.

An impressive eight-seater dining table graces the elegant dining room, while outside there’s a fun children’s play zone with a swing, plus a barbecue area.

The heart of the ‘Sandringham’ is its open-plan kitchen/breakfast room that’s ideal for relaxed mealtimes, and a separate utility room in which all the necessities for a sparkling new home can be kept.

A garden room adjoins the dining room and opens through French doors to the private rear garden, while a guest cloakroom can also be found off the light and airy entrance hallway.

Leading off the first-floor landing is a superb dual-aspect drawing room, and the magnificent master bedroom with an extra-large en-suite shower. Rather than traditional pink for the little girl’s bedroom, Derek has opted for a beautiful blue colour scheme, while a main bathroom completes the first floor.

On the top floor, two large bedrooms can be found, together with another spacious bathroom.

A ‘Sandringham’ house similar to the showhome is available to reserve now, priced at just £409,995 and benefiting from a garage and allocated parking.

All new homes at The Boulevard II, Tamarinds, are completed to a high standard specification, including gas central heating, double glazing and integrated kitchens including appliances.

Alternative four-bedroom houses currently on sale at the development include the semi-detached ‘Lister’, priced from only £324,995, and the detached ‘Tollerton’, from just £344,995.

Meanwhile, a handful of three-bedroom houses are available to buy now at the first phase of The Boulevard, Tamarinds, from just £184,995 with selected plots boasting south or east-facing gardens overlooking woodland and parkland.

To make moving easy for those who fall in love with the lifestyle at The Boulevard, Taylor Wimpey offers a range of time and money-saving incentives, including help with deposits for first-time buyers and assistance with finding a purchaser for those with a home to sell. Incentives can be tailored to customers’ individual circumstances and are subject to availability, with further information available from the Sales Executive.

Conveniently located just over a mile from Colchester’s historic centre, homes at The Boulevard, Tamarinds, are within easy reach of the town’s wide selection of high street and independent shops, modern leisure amenities and restaurants.

A choice of schools for children of all ages are also close by, as are two universities, while the coast, at West Mersea and Rowhedge, is only a short drive from the development. For commuters, nearby North Station provides regular services to London Liverpool Street in under an hour, while the M11 and Stansted Airport are easily accessible via the new A120.

The ‘Sandringham’ showhome and Sales Centre at The Boulevard, Tamarinds, are located in Tufnell Way, off Bergholt Road, Colchester and open Thursday to Monday from 10am to 5.30pm.