June 2026
After moving into their Pearson home, Helen and Ian have transformed the space to perfectly suit their lifestyle – from creating a sociable hub for entertaining to designing practical spaces for working from home and muddy dog walks.
We caught up with them to find out what first drew them to the Pearson house type, which features they love the most, and how they’ve made the home their own.
We were looking for a smaller four-bedroom home that still gave us the space we needed downstairs, and the Pearson was the perfect fit. All of the bedrooms are a great size, particularly the spacious main bedroom with its en-suite. We also fell in love with the bright open plan kitchen and dining area, and the double doors into the lounge give us the flexibility to create either one large entertaining space or a cosy separate room.
The open plan kitchen and dining area has become the heart of our home. It’s perfect for socialising because whoever is cooking can still be part of the conversation. The utility room has also been a huge bonus, especially for cleaning the dogs after muddy walks.
The layout works brilliantly for us. We spend most of our time in the kitchen and dining area when we’re cooking or entertaining, and we’ve turned one of the spare bedrooms into a home office, which has been ideal for working from home.
Definitely the kitchen and dining area. It’s such a bright and welcoming space, and it’s where we naturally spend the most time together with family and friends.
Absolutely. The kitchen and dining area suits our lifestyle perfectly, while the separate lounge gives us a cosy space to relax. Opening the double doors between the two rooms makes the whole downstairs feel even more spacious.
The utility room has become one of our favourite practical features, particularly as dog owners. We’ve also made great use of the integral garage by turning it into a home gym while still keeping plenty of storage space.
The upgrade options meant we could move into a home that already felt finished. We chose upgraded appliances, flooring and fitted wardrobes before moving in, along with details like brushed steel sockets, extra tiling, oak doors and mirrors to give it a more personal touch.
From its flexible layout and spacious bedrooms to its sociable kitchen and dining area, it’s easy to see why Helen and Ian chose the Pearson as their perfect home.
If you’re looking for a home that combines practicality with contemporary living, we currently have a selection of Pearson plots available to reserve. Click here to find out more about the Pearson house type and explore availability at your nearest development.
