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Downsizer transforms her life with new career as an artist and a new apartment at St George's Park.
Archana Nehra has transformed her life – giving up a demanding career as an IT consultant to become a full-time artist, as well as downsizing into a new Bellway apartment. The 56-year-old began to reassess during the pandemic and made the decision to pursue her long-held dream of becoming an artist.
Around the same time, she decided to move out of her 1930s two-bedroom maisonette in Gidea Park to search for something that suited the new life she was planning.
With spacious rooms and an open-plan design in the main living area, there is plenty of space to set up her easel in full light. Now, the self-taught artist (who specialises in oil on canvas) is forging ahead with her new way of life. She has exhibited in Paris and sold a piece there, and she takes art classes with hopes of embarking on an art degree at some point.
She describes her artwork as ‘very flamboyant’, often depicting Rajasthani women as well as abstract subjects. She displays it through her Instagram account @anehra14, which also links to her Etsy store where her work is for sale.
Archana says: "Being somewhere light and bright makes such a difference. I enjoy being here and I have the freedom and space to continue with my art. God answered my prayers when I found this."
I saw this development and I thought this looks interesting, why hadn’t I seen it earlier? I came in and met the sales team and they were so good. I saw the brochure and I saw the showhome and I thought ‘wow’.”
“It’s airy and light, and being on the first floor I can get views of the parks around us, and the bathroom is smashing. I love it."
Now Archana is settling in, starting to get to know her neighbours, enjoying cooking in her new kitchen, and inviting friends around to visit, as well as creating new artwork.
“Being somewhere light and bright makes such a difference. I enjoy being here and I have the freedom and space to continue with my art. God answered my prayers when I found this.”
"The thing I like is it doesn’t feel like a block of flats. They look more like maisonettes as they are just one or two levels; they look like houses, so the look and the feel are fabulous. When it came along, I jumped at it as this is exactly what I wanted."– Archana
Archana only began to appreciate the benefit of living so close to Hornchurch Country Park once she moved in and now walks there every day.
“I love all the greenery that surrounds me, and it was a joy to discover the country park next door where there is a small lake and a café. I couldn’t have asked for anything better.
“It’s even better than I thought. I’m doubly happy because I have the big bonus of the park and I rely on exercise to keep healthy.”
Bellway properties benefit from incredibly well-thought-out layouts which suit the needs of the modern family."
Everyone we’ve spoken to has always been helpful... It’s been a great journey, and I really felt like they cared."
We absolutely love our new home... It is like living in the lap of luxury at a five-star hotel."
The customer service throughout our house-buying journey was brilliant."
We stepped inside the property and loved it. It was perfect for us as it had everything we wanted."
This house is perfect for us because it is future proofed... We know we made the right decision."
We had a great experience with Bellway and their customer service was excellent."
I’m in a lovely ground floor apartment... I’m very happy here."
We feel very lucky to have found this home but also each other. Life could not be any better."
The site team have been brilliant... They will always respond quickly and are on the ball with any queries."
Everything was seamless and transparent and there were no surprises, and the aftercare was phenomenal."
The Scrivener was perfect for us... It will be everything we ever dreamed of."
It’s a dream come true; we come in and feel at home."
I would definitely recommend Bellway to anybody who is looking for a new home."
Bellway’s customer service has been excellent."
Since I’ve moved in, I’ve already recommended Bellway to work colleagues."
Our decision to buy new just felt like the most secure route to take."
I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Bellway – in fact I have already done so!"
I would certainly recommend Bellway to anybody."
Katie and I are over the moon with our new home."
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There is a real sense of community and a friendly feel to the development too."
Bellway completely exceeded our expectations. The aftercare so far has been amazing."
I would definitely recommend buying with Bellway, as my experience overall has been amazing."
I’m very satisfied with my new home and I had a great experience, especially with the Bellway staff."
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