Sometimes, it’s hard to walk into a property and instantly see its full potential – especially when it’s looking a little… shall we say… worse for wear. Do you agree? The Notting Hill, London home of tapestry artist Teresah Hastings was exactly that – and then some. Gutted by fire, it had lost much of its original character. At one point it was even home to the West London Buddhist Centre, who installed a stage in the front room, and there was only an outdoor loo. Can you imagine nipping outside in the middle of a January night?

But Teresah had a vision. She rolled up her sleeves and transformed the tired Victorian maisonette into a warm, beautiful home and creative studio for herself and her three children. She rented nearby while painstakingly renovating, bringing the place back to life with natural materials, a gentle respect for the building’s history, and a few clever restoration tricks – including borrowing a moulding from the flat upstairs to re-create the missing ceiling cornicing. Love that!

Over the years, she’s filled the space with a lovingly collected mix of antique furniture and cherished pieces. In the sitting room, you’ll spot the sturdy frame that supports her tapestry work – the backbone for her richly textured, handwoven creations.

Now, with a heavy heart and a head full of memories, Teresah is moving on – which means The Modern House has given us a little peek inside before the lucky next owner moves in. So… who’s ready to fall in love with a home that comes with a backstory, a bit of grit, and a lot of heart? Let’s take a tour…

Sometimes, it’s hard to walk into a property and instantly see its full potential – especially when it’s looking a little… shall we say… worse for wear. Do you agree? The Notting Hill, London home of tapestry artist Teresah Hastings was exactly that – and then some. Gutted by fire, it had lost much of its original character. At one point it was even home to the West London Buddhist Centre, who installed a stage in the front room, and there was only an outdoor loo. Can you imagine nipping outside in the middle of a January night?

But Teresah had a vision. She rolled up her sleeves and transformed the tired Victorian maisonette into a warm, beautiful home and creative studio for herself and her three children. She rented nearby while painstakingly renovating, bringing the place back to life with natural materials, a gentle respect for the building’s history, and a few clever restoration tricks – including borrowing a moulding from the flat upstairs to re-create the missing ceiling cornicing. Love that!

Over the years, she’s filled the space with a lovingly collected mix of antique furniture and cherished pieces. In the sitting room, you’ll spot the sturdy frame that supports her tapestry work – the backbone for her richly textured, handwoven creations.

Now, with a heavy heart and a head full of memories, Teresah is moving on – which means The Modern House has given us a little peek inside before the lucky next owner moves in. So… who’s ready to fall in love with a home that comes with a backstory, a bit of grit, and a lot of heart? Let’s take a tour…