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When Rowan Atkinson bought a GBP 2.6 million home in Oxfordshire to create his glass mansion
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Actor Rowan Atkinson purchased a £2.6 million glass mansion in Oxfordshire. The 8,000‑square‑foot home faced local criticism for its futuristic design, but authorities approved it. After 16 years, the Atkinson family moved in.
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The story highlights the challenges of building modern luxury homes in historic areas.
Actor Rowan Atkinson embarked on an ambitious journey, investing heavily in an exquisite glass mansion measuring 8,000 square feet. While the sleek design drew criticism from neighbors, who likened it to a 'space-age petrol station', local authorities ultimately approved the project. After sixteen long years, Atkinson and his family finally settled into their cutting-edge home, blending modernity with comfort.
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