Simon Bought A Derelict Victorian Home...This Is It Now | Full House Tour

Step inside Simon and his wife Li's beautifully renovated Victorian home in West London — a once-neglected probate property transformed into a warm, characterful and highly functional family home 🏡✨ Purchased in 2023 in a poor state, this double-fronted house has undergone a full renovation — from structural works and replastering to a carefully considered interior scheme. With high ceilings, original floorboards restored throughout, and two generous reception rooms, the home strikes a perfect balance between period charm and modern living. The ground floor has been reimagined to improve flow and light, including opening up a once-cramped kitchen into a bright, open-plan space with Crittall-style doors and a small rear extension. The shaker-style kitchen, quartz worktops and underfloor heating create a practical yet timeless heart of the home, while the adjoining dining space retains its cosy character with a log burner and original features. Upstairs, the layout has been cleverly reworked — relocating the bathroom to create a more functional family space, complete with freestanding bath, walk-in shower and double vanity. Original fireplaces have been restored, bespoke storage added, and even air conditioning introduced to the principal bedroom for year-round comfort. Outside, an overgrown garden has been completely reshaped into a usable courtyard and landscaped space, making the most of its unique footprint and south-facing light. From planning challenges and hands-on project management to thoughtful design decisions throughout, this renovation is packed with real insight for anyone taking on a period property. Subscribe to HomeInspire for more inspiring home tours, renovation stories and architectural ideas from across the UK. Planning your own renovation? Check out our helpful downloads! ✅ Our 62-page Renovation Handbook: https://www.homeinspire.co.uk/store/p/the-renovation-handbook ✅ Ultimate Home Renovation Planner: https://www.homeinspire.co.uk/store/p/home-renovation-planner ✅ Renovation Schedules & Templates: https://www.homeinspire.co.uk/store#all-downloads Want to feature on our channel? 🎥 Apply to feature your home, project or listing by sending us an email at info@homeinspire.co.uk ➡️Follow us on Instagram for more content and behind the scenes: https://www.instagram.com/homeinspireuk/ Watch next: https://youtu.be/8Xctrjs1-gY?si=lDeO8FbXCJYTnCzw https://youtu.be/Wt8CC4_3QIU?si=LAUUq5UQy7_kIxbK https://youtu.be/frltY5md_MM?si=B_nKJ8l_NvbE64rm Subscribe to us here @homeinspireuk Episode Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 00:13 Property Overview 01:44 Living Room 03:52 Dining Space 04:39 Kitchen Tour 06:00 Kitchen Details 07:00 Planning Issues 08:23 Build Challenges 09:29 Garden Tour 10:58 Hallway Design 12:15 Upstairs Layout 12:59 Main Bedroom 13:44 Bathroom Tour 14:37 Office Room 14:56 Second Bedroom 15:11 Outro #home #renovation #interiordesign