Introducing History at Home

Why Your Home's Story Matters

We often fall in love with period properties because of their quirks, character and quiet sense of nostalgia. But those qualities aren’t accidental. They’re the result of decades (or centuries) of change, craftsmanship and human experience.

Understanding that story can:

Reveal layers of personality
Perhaps your Victorian terrace was once a baker’s house, or your Georgian cottage was part of a larger estate. These details influence everything from colour palettes to materials and built-in joinery.

Strengthen your connection to the space
When you learn who lived there - families, tradespeople, craftsmen - you begin to see your home as part of a long continuum rather than a standalone structure.

Guide thoughtful renovation decisions
By understanding original layouts, lost features or historical materials, you can make choices that respect your home’s roots while still creating something beautifully suited to modern living.

Bring clarity to your interior design direction
When you design with the building’s narrative in mind, your choices stop feeling random. Instead, they’re aligned, intentional and inherently more timeless.

What is History at Home?

History at Home is a bespoke research service that uncovers the story of your property and distils it into an elegant, beautifully designed keepsake. It explores:



• The architectural origins of your home
• How it has changed over time
• Records, maps and documents that reveal its development
• The people who have lived, worked or built there
• The era-specific influences that shaped the property

Once complete, you’ll receive professionally written, narrative-driven content presented in a refined layout that reflects the period and character of your building. It’s both informative and deeply personal, something you’ll want to keep, display or share.

The Perfect First Step Before Renovation

Alongside being a standalone piece of history, History at Home also acts as a powerful foundation for narrative design.

Narrative design is the practice of creating interiors that tell a story, one that connects the home’s past with the way you want to live now.

Your research report may highlight architectural details worth celebrating, colours historically linked to your home’s era or clues about how the original inhabitants used each room. It can influence:

• Room layouts
• Colour schemes
• Material choices
• Joinery details
• Styling direction
• Lighting and decorative features



Instead of designing from a blank slate, you design from a place of knowledge, context and meaning. For homeowners who want their renovation to be authentic, thoughtful and rooted in something deeper, this is a transformative starting point.

Who is History At Home For?

This service is ideal for homeowners who:



• Love period or characterful properties
• Are planning a renovation or redecoration
• Want to restore original features
• Feel a sentimental connection to their home
• Appreciate craftsmanship and heritage
• Want their interiors to feel intentional, not generic

You don’t need to live in a grand house or a listed building. Every home, large or small, has a past worth exploring.

A Beautiful Way to Honour Your Home

History at Home isn’t just research. It’s a way of grounding yourself in the story of the place you choose to live. It’s a celebration of the people who came before you, the architecture that has stood the test of time, and the sense of belonging that comes from truly understanding your surroundings.

And when used as part of your interior design journey, it allows you to create a home that feels both personal and connected, rich with meaning, anchored in history and beautifully suited to modern life.



If you’re ready to uncover the story of your home, I’d love to help you begin.