Hey there! I’m Ali and I live in what was once called the Pilrig Model Dwellings, in the centre of Edinburgh, Scotland. Thanks for coming by – I appreciate it!
Follow me as I plan a substantial remodelling and get a ringside view as we update an 1840s home for the 2020s. You may also find out some of the history of the Edinburgh Colony Houses and meet some of the people who live in these charming homes.
There’ll be lots more about what’s going on from the blog page. I’m also working on an Instagram, so check that out…
Blog posts kick off from here…
Teeing off in the green
One of the things that folks really love about their colonies is gardens. It’s so rare to have one in the city centre, and so valuable – particularly in 2020! Most colonies have their gardens right up to the door – or, in the case of most uppers, up to your downstairs neighbour’s windows! Ours… Continue reading Teeing off in the green
Planting the seed
Happy new year! As 2021 kicks off, it feels like a moment to think about new life… I’ve always enjoyed houseplants, but over the past few years I’ve actually managed to mostly not kill them! I feel like this house has a nice mix of some light but also some darkness, plus I’ve been away… Continue reading Planting the seed
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