Designing One Direction's House

Chapter 1

Chapter 1 - Hannah’s POV

I woke up with my head pounding. Ugh, I hate mornings. I looked at the time to see that  my alarm would ring any minute now. I quickly turned it off and reluctantly swung my feet off the bed. I padded across the room and into the bathroom. A nice, cool shower would wake up me up nicely. I hummed along to “Gotta Be You” by One Direction. Ever since I heard them on the radio while driving to work I had been hooked. They were adorable and talented, how could you not fancy them?

After washing the conditioner out of my long, brown hair, I turned off the water and stepped out of the stuffy shower into the breezy bathroom. I dried off and wrapped a towel around my body and stumbled into my bedroom. I had to look somewhat professional for my job as an interior designer, so I chose a slim black skirt that reached the ends of my thighs and a lacy white shirt to tuck inside of it. I normally wouldn’t dress this way. I preferred jeans and t-shirts, but my boss and coworkers thought otherwise. 

I blow dried and then straightened the curls out of my hair because they were frizzy and hideous, the complete opposite of Harry’s. I smiled just thinking about him and the other members of One Direction. I snapped out of it so I could finish my hair. After applying a layer of mascara and some lip gloss, I slipped into some black heels, grabbed my purse, and walked out of the house, checking my appearance one last time in the mirror. 

My black Lincoln MKX was parked across the street, so I hurried while there weren’t any cars and hopped in. Checking my watch, it was now 7:45. Work began at 8:30. Yay, I thought happily. Whenever I had some extra time I’d pop in at Starbucks to see my best friend, Katherine, who worked morning shifts. When I arrived there, I practically ran to the counter, which wasn’t the best idea because I was in heels. I stumbled and I felt a small hand grab my arm. 

“You, my dear, are a klutz.” Katherine said as she saved me from falling on my bum. I blushed a deep shade of crimson and she laughed. I was an easy blusher, which I absolutely despised.

“I learn from the best.” I said as I gestured to her with a grin. She rolled her icy blue eyes and tucked a wavy strand of blond hair behind her ear. “So I’m guessing you woke up early today?” Katherine asked. 

“Yup, that’s why I’m here!” I said with a smile. I ordered a coffee and made small talk with Katherine about work and stuff. “Unfortunately, I have to go now. I’ll ring you later!” I said after glancing at the clock. We hugged and I ran out the door. 

“Don’t run,” Katherine yelled. “You’re in heels, remember?” I smiled sheepishly and slowed to a walk. “Thanks,” I yelled back, blushing. I climbed back into my car and drove a few blocks down, and then turned into the parking lot next to my work building. I got out and walked into the lobby, greeting this lady whose name I still didn’t know, and got into my elevator. I pressed 5 and waited patiently. I always felt nauseous in elevators, and as a child I would sit in the corner with my head in my knees. I laughed just thinking about it. My thoughts were interrupted by the ding of the elevator. The metal doors slid open and I walked out and down the corridor, stopping at my office. I went in and smiled. I really did like my job, and I always wanted to work in an office. Mine was cozy, decorated with photographs of my family and I, and a house plant that I took care of. 

Suddenly, there was a knock on the door. I put my purse and coffee down on my desk, which was cluttered with neat stacks of paper and folders, and opened the door. My boss, Mr. Dow, greeted me and came in. He sat in the chair opposite the one behind my desk. I got butterflies in my stomach and also sat down. “How may I help you, sir?” I said politely. He smiled.

“I have a new assignment for you.” I grinned. “What is it?” I asked a bit too eagerly. “You are going to design the interior of a flat here in London.” He replied as he handed me a folder. It contained the address and other information. I nodded and placed the folder on my desk. I sipped my coffee before asking when I would begin working on the house.

“Tomorrow.” He said. I smiled and said, “I can’t wait!” Mr. Dow chuckled before walking out. I did some paperwork and before I knew it I was free to go. I truly could not wait to start working on the house, it was a big, two-story granny flat. The exterior had already been taken care of. Now it was my turn to step in and beautify the house with my wicked skills. I mentally laughed at myself. I normally wasn’t conceited, but sometimes I got a little vain about work.

I grabbed a slice of pizza on my way home and then flopped onto my bed, kicking off my heels. I changed into my “Thing 1” t-shirt and a good ol’ pair of ripped jeans. I pulled my hair into a messy bun on the top of my head and began to channel surf. Nothing good was on, so I decided to listen to music. I placed my iPod onto it’s speaker dock and turned on some One Direction. I sang along to the album and decided to text Katherine. 

To: Katherine<3

Hey girl! Whatcha up 2? Ima design a granny flat 2mrw! So excited! Aha xx :D

Almost instantly, she replied.

From: Katherine<3

OMG ur such a nerd w/ ur job! Lol! Xx  

To: Katherine

I know :) xx 

Lol, wanna come over?

From: Katherine

Sry, I can’t rite now.. Babysitting. I should probably go anywayz. Ttyl babe! Xx 

I laughed at our little “womance.”

To: Katherine

Yea, yea. Ttyl boo! ;) xx  

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After eating some dinner, I changed and went to lay down. I was tired and should get to bed early so I can stop at Starbucks again before work. I yawned and fell asleep, dreaming about One Direction.

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