Glasgow’s Chart-Topping Artist Struggles to Renovate £1.6m Countryside Home.
Popular singer-songwriter Lewis Capaldi faces an unexpected challenge: finding a builder to revamp his £1.6 million countryside farmhouse just outside Glasgow. The hitmaker behind “Someone You Loved” purchased the spacious property three years ago, following a recommendation from fellow musician Ed Sheeran. However, the house soon revealed its not-so-pleasant secrets, including an overwhelming odor of cigarette smoke and pets, which Capaldi referred to as a “nightmare.”
Unhappy with the outdated interior design, the 26-year-old artist decided to relocate to a city apartment. Meanwhile, his once-stately farmhouse now stands gutted to its bare bones, as Capaldi struggles to find a construction team willing to tackle the ambitious renovation project.
During a recent US radio interview, the singer expressed his concerns about financing the extensive refurbishments, jokingly admitting that the success of his upcoming second album would play a crucial role. Capaldi described his current housing situation as “squalid,” revealing that multiple builders have declined the job, despite his willingness to pay.
The star’s close friend Ed Sheeran has been somewhat of a mixed blessing in this ordeal. Sheeran offered to buy the problematic property off Capaldi’s hands, but the latter claims that Sheeran has been unresponsive since making the offer.
Capaldi’s grand plans for his dream home include a luxurious extension, complete with a swimming pool, spa, sauna, and changing rooms. The renovation project also envisions a home gym in the former stables, a state-of-the-art media room and home cinema, a spacious master bedroom, and a modern kitchen.
As the charismatic singer prepares for the release of his new album, “Broken by Desire to Be Heavenly Sent,” in May, he is currently touring the US. Fans can also catch a glimpse of his personal journey in the recently released Netflix documentary “How I’m Feeling Now,” which explores Capaldi’s mental health struggles since skyrocketing to fame.
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