Just like her career, Cara’s family has grown and flourished since the completion of Inkwell Manor. 15 years on, Cara is now a grandmother, with her youngest son – only two when they started the project – preparing to start college.

Their journey may have begun with an ambitious DIY project at a time of hardship, but it led to so much more than the Brookins family could have anticipated. With strength, resilience and determination, they built something incredible that transcends their home's bricks and mortar. We can't wait to see what they do next!

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