Updated House Tour for 2020 ✨ UK Victorian Home Renovation

[@nicoled2831]

Definitely do the editing space in the dining room! Our homes should reflect our lives and let’s face it-not a lot of us are having formal dinner parties every weekend

[@tenunsathechicagoitalian4967]

I agree We have a dining room that is a waste of valuable space. We use it once a year at Christmas and I'm sure we could come up with a solution for that once a year get together. We are a small family anyway. I'm thinking of doing something different in there too

[@PaintedbyJay]

yes!! you could even turn one of the walls it into a curated shooting space to streamline the videomaking process

[@brookeaaenson5381]

The living room and dining room don’t reflect your style at all. Grandma meets college kid.

[@megan4399]

If you're bored of your breakfast nook area, have you thought about having that as a small editing space and renovating the dining room into a proper eating area? Looking out that back door surrounded by all those plants looks like such a beautiful little area to get work done and the dining room could look amazing when done up! Also I just love the fact that you have done up the house yourself with bits from family and charity shops, and with bits of BTS thrown in too! Honestly that was the part that made me subscribe many months ago and I'm so glad I did! Keep up the good work, you're doing amazing!

[@amberkpk1493]

BTS :) :)

[@amberkpk1493]

I love ur videos hermione:)

[@gingerprice9221]

This is a brilliant idea for configuring the space!!

[@lulyb7949]

I agree with Megan :) I think you should keep the dining room especially because you have the laundry machine in the breakfast area and if you host a dinner I think it's better to eat in a proper space. Anyway I love your house :)

[@megan4399]

Ginger Price thanks!! i hope Hermione sees it, even if it is just as an idea!

[@annyjayableful]

The dining room: remove the cabinet at the end and leave the buffet as you said - you could keep your office things in there. Leave the dining table - they make great desks, lots of room to spread out.

[@berry7590]

Currently moving to my house and decorating. It’s OVERWHELMING and honestly how chill you are about clutter and how it will eventually be solved and handled. Thank you .. I will be patient

[@JohannaAfSwe]

I would definitely keep it as a dining room, if you make it more your style you perhaps want make more use of it! And If you’re selling the house at some point I think it will be good selling point with a spacious and luxurios dining room. You could still use the large table for your larger diy:s! Love your house! Especially your guest bedroom! I love the color of the walls.

[@darlosstroud870]

The house has come a long way and is looking beautiful! You've worked hard and it shows. Thanks for sharing your home with us.

[@ambermounkes847]

I think you've done a great job so far, and I honestly really appreciate you showing us the Monica Geller closet, so to speak. We all have those works-in-progress, and it's good not to let them get in the way of recognizing the progress you have made.

[@MeteoricMarlin]

I would definitely change the formal dining room into an office space. I don’t think you have much need for a formal dining room right now but you definitely need a space to edit so the space will serve a better purpose as an office. You already have a breakfast nook anyway so if you need a place to eat you have that.

[@ourfloridagarden4191]

That file room wold make an excellent dressing/closet/fashion room.

[@Linmarr1980]

Or a storeroom.

[@debrakelly1256]

Just because I'm an organization fan: Would you ever consider turning the room with all of the files into a kind-of walk in closet / storage space? You could install wall-to-wall shelving and store holiday items in bins on one area of the shelves, your outdoor stuff in another spot, bigger DIY projects in another, and so on. It seems like you would get some really wonderful use from a space like that. And- yes. Turn your dining room into a space you'd use. I'm all about making your home work for you and your life. BTW, my favorite spot in your house is definitely your breakfast area. The sunshine is beautiful and those plants look incredible.

[@julikae735]

I found your first vids where you had just bought your home. You've come a long way. It's been an amazing trip to watch and I'm still watching from where you started. You've really grown in your designs, ideas and are fearless to try new things. Love watching. Thanks for sharing.

[@s0fiap]

House tour!!!! Yey!!! So glad that you share how everything's coming together!!

[@selinal.2220]

Love how everything came together! Also side note: your hair and makeup look so good in this video!

[@rileyriley8123]

I vote to keep it as a dining room because it's a multi-functional space and you never know when you may want to use it as a dining space. You also already have a lovely office for filming, editing, and crafting.

[@jo-annebotha9609]

Hermione, I love the house! It's wonderful. I would keep the dining room as a dining room. It would be a great space for entertaining and you have enough other rooms that you can use for work. Watch Rosie Henshaw's channel, she recently did a video on how she renovated/decorated the dining room of their 1930s house and the room us beautiful!

[@MrCarrington]

Loved the tour! The project boxes are so relatable haha. You are looking fab!

[@daturarose]

I think if your dining room really fit your style, you'd enjoy using it as a dining room more. Personally, I'd keep it as a dining room and maybe make sure there's one really comfy, cute AF chair at the table so you can comfortably sit at the table and edit, if you like the idea of editing from that space.

[@Raxx777]

Thank you so much for doing this updated- but not quite finished- home tour. So many do a beginning and polished up final after and leave out the middle. You have a lovely home and it was wonderful to see the clutter spots as well that we all have.

[@livingauthenticallyonmyownterm]

Hermoine, when can I move into your guest room ... ITS GORGEOUS !!! I think it's my favorite room. You've done such a great job in the entire house. It's really a home now. BRAVO !!! ♥️

[@samanthachan3210]

Love how you have mostly hand-me-down furniture like I do! Much more relatable and you've made it all look beautiful and cozy.

[@cedrixpatiu2252]

*I FEEL SO HAPPY TO WATCH YOU AGAIN😍😘I USED TO WATCH YOU WAY BACK 2015, IM GRADE 3 THAT TIME AND NOW IM GARDE 7💛💛YOU'RE CHANNEL IS BOMB, THANK YOU FOR NOT STOPPING MAKING DIY VIDEOS😭*

[@katecogsworthy9669]

LOL! As a recent widow, I'm rediscovering the joys of living alone - and, yes, the joys of man-repelling pink!

[@lauracompton8191]

Hermione, your house is perfectly imperfect. Adorable, comfortable, livable. Love it!

[@alinagutierrez3019]

I love the kitchen just how it is! so airy and bright...big houses take time, it's an endless process.

[@phatcurvypinay]

Ohh my goodness! I remember when the staircase was crumbly and old. Good job!!

[@marieleelee]

I think you're in desperate need of a shed to keep outside stuff/paint/tools out of the way. Also just shelves in general in places you're using as storage. A lot of stuff is kinda just getting pushed, you have high ceilings for the most part so storing vertically would probably help a lot. That guest room is gorgeous! And I def think that if you're not entertaining often it seems impractical to keep that dinning room as is. Like you said, people are moving off of the island. Maybe turn it into that editing space you said. Seems way more practical.

[@anarosacoimbra4855]

Nice house! But: Three unused bathrooms to serve as a deposit!!! The toilet on the 1st floor, a full bathroom on the 2nd floor, and another room that has a sink, so I deduced that it was another bathroom...

[@jackieclark817]

Hermione, just saw your latest video with updates from Korea. so sorry about the loss of your mom. i lost my Mom last July. it is very hard. give yourself time and grace. i have to say i am so very excited to hear that you and Hilary are moving back to your Isle of Wight home. i cannot wait for the adventures you will have with Nan and the updates you have planned for the house. it lead me to rewatching some of your old videos. congratulations on this next chapter of your life....

[@katelyngraber1658]

I absolutely love how you use all your old gifted pieces for decorating. I have so many old pieces I can’t bare to part with but struggle with finding ways to make them look nice in my space, so I like seeing how you style them. Thanks!

[@enaruvie]

I have been following you since your room makeover when you still lived at home. I remember when you bought this house. You have done a wonderful job. I really like your guest room. Your home is beautiful. Bravo.

[@birdsong62]

Hi, I love your style and taste in everything. Also at 18:17 mins I see my local swimming baths in a print. Yes it’s Newcastle Baths NSW Australia. It’s the oldest public baths in Aust and a wonderful place to swim and meet people. I have taken so many photos of this exact shot. In big storms the waves 🌊 come over the steps which is insane. Also those green steps are the best spot to sun bake and people watch. Just a bit excited to see the photo in your office.

[@juliawand6197]

I just love your renovating series! I have been subscribed to your channel since long before you bought the house and seeing the little changes is so exciting! It's so amazing how you've got all of the second hand pieces - makes it feel so realistic. And the fact that you didn't renovate the whole house in one go does as well! I would keep the dining room as a dining room since having a large table in there would be awesome when you've got guests around! I could really imagine transforming it into the sort of dining area Zoella's got; dark walls that would also tie in the old furniture and give it a cosy vibe ☺️ Lots of love from Germany 💛💛

[@mjwest]

ohhh i love how you incorporate all the BTS elements in your house so unapologetically!

[@nazikiwe8259]

Thanks for sharing the full tour. You've come a long way! 😊 You have a LOT of stuff btw Lol WOW! for just 2 people. I think the dining room will look better by getting rid of one of the drawers

[@diamondcentury21]

Omg, I agree and she could move the bar in place of that drawer in the corner , it would open up the space

[@1964flame]

Lovely home. You did great job! Keep the dining room and make it the way you love. You have extra spaces for your office plus you will need the dining room if you live there forever with your own family❤

[@leenarahal]

Can't get enough of your videos ♡

[@trudybuckley2400]

Thanks for sharing your beautiful, cosy home with us. I've watched tons of your thrift flips, diys & craft videos, which I absolutely love! You're so creative and talented! So it was really nice to be shown around your whole home (so glad you didn't hide your "to be sorted spaces," it makes me feel so much better about mine 😁). You're an inspiration to watch, and it cheers me to see your beautiful smiling face. Thanks Hermione x

[@sarahbater9069]

Yay! Love the blonde again!!

[@Findus1701]

Its crazy what you have done with the place, I remember what the house looked like when you first bought it and oh my word it’s unrecognizable (in such a good way!!)

[@geraldineklatt7914]

As always fun watching how excited you get showing your home , Enjoy !❤️🐝

[@dorothytackett9943]

You have come a long with your house. I love your videos. It makes my day when you upload. Put a desk in the room. Make it your own. The house looks so good.

[@jackandlill]

Your such a lovely lady Hermione!! I love how close you are with your Nan....she's lovely as well! Your space reflects all of your beauty & creativeness. It's been so much fun watching it all come together. I don't know how you do it! But I find your updates and renovations very relaxing & uplifting. Congrats on all you have accomplished so far - it's quite a LOT!! Best of Luck ♥♥♥

[@laraphoenix9434]

Definitely keep the dining room as a dining room - you will find that it’s a great thing to have friends and family over for a proper sit down meal once in a while x

[@user-oj5bw7sl8p]

Those pink details are beautiful! I am so proud of you, Hermione,- you are such a young lady, and you already own a house, renovate it and live there alone! Well done!

[@vickinoeske1711]

I love your kitchen/half bath/laundry area. Just so pretty! Our diningroom is hardly ever used. I've been thinking about adding built-in bookcases and repurposing the space as a library/diningroom. Maybe that would work for your room too.

[@danabrown2391]

I just found out from a comment below that you live on the Isle of Wight! My English husband and his parents, our two daughters and I had a lovely week there in 1980 in a huge rental house in Ventnor! Saw Blackgang Chine and Osbourne ? House, ect. Your home looks very nostalgic to me! A combination of the flat we rented in Seven Kings (near Ilford, East London) and my niece's Victorian house in Southend! Makes me want to go back for another visit; been a couple of years...! So it's lovely to see your house looking so nice and still so English!! I showed my husband your little bathroom window and said "you could never mistake this for an American window!". Makes me very nostalgic seeing your house. ..! Love it!

[@susandelongis885]

Wow! Spectacular! Only just saw and can’t believe all you’ve done. Beautiful colors! Don’t know if you’re okay w feedback? I love your bathroom cabinet and think it would look perfect changing the door pulls to a silver, matching the sink. Your breakfast room is beautiful. It would be so easy, inexpensive and easily changeable to collect table linens. Your colors are so neutral, you could use anything from sunny to elegant to holidays, etc. best wishes on your wonderful house!

[@jdarling89]

Weeee! Thank you for this H! You did & still doing an awesome job! We love you!

[@HermioneChantal]

Ahh thank you so much for such a lively comment 🥰💕

[@colleebear2105]

I love what you've done. My favorite bits are the breakfast nook (so chill), your glam dark bathroom, and I'm so excited for what you have left to do! I'd change the dining room to something you'd use more of.

[@DIAvs89]

A dining room can be useful if you have a lot of guests come over. I don't actually know how it works there, but in Italy we use to sit all together so we like having a dining room. But if you don't use it, then it's useless to keep it like this. Do what you think you could use more. But, know that I'm thinking about it, you still want to sell the place after a while with all the furniture inside or not? Because in that case, maybe having a full house ready and furnished would be better than to change the purpose of the room.

[@VS989]

You 've done so much Hermione! Seriously you are an inspiration! You can paint the dinning table and chairs in pastels and remove the exces furniture! Greetings from Greece!

[@_Sarby1]

The outside cushions that are in your downstairs loo, I'd move the cushions either to the room where your families files are, under the bed /bed in spare room, on top of the wardrobe/wardrobe in spare room, in your loft or the cupboard under the stairs or cupboard on the landing that's going to be a linen cupboard

[@silverflameburnin]

I was thinking the same thing, if she has 2 rooms that hold a lot of things, why not just put them in there. 🤷‍♀️

[@AlexandraClarksonx]

I’d paint the dining room chairs white/grey (you could also change the fabric to a lovely soft pink!!) but remove the table and replace it with a glass one. I find it opens up the area more and i always move my dining set to the side when it’s not in use. I live in a Victorian house too and the previous owners knocked through from my living room to my dining room to create more light.

[@Angora573]

You have worked so hard and your house looks amazing. Since most of the things you have hidden away are DIY items, paint etc if you can fit a decent sized shed in your garden it would probably solve all your storage problems in one go. Your outdoor cushions could also fit in there. I'm sure you could build some amazing storage to hold everything in an easily accessible way. x

[@SreyoshiAlam]

I love the house and how lived in it looks! Since you have a breakfast nook and if you do not host dinners, the dining room can totally turn into a useful space

[@queentatoune]

I really like the dinning room as a dining room... I think it's got a lot of potential and I can totally see some elegant dinner parties happening there some time down the line!

[@carolwood9270]

Very definitely get a desk in the dining room area. I eat in front of the telly n a TV tray. When friends come over we eat off our laps around the coffee table. I sometimes used the table for buffet dinners, but I haven’t missed it. It’s just too wonderful having a giant desk with lots of drawers, I feel like my whole life is organized. And get a second hand rolling chair to go with it. I have a lovely old lamp on it and a wicker tray for bills. It creates a cozy world all on its own.

[@Blessed3010]

It's nice to see someone so young with such ambition. You go gurl . Beautiful home . Stay blessed...X 😘

[@ramonajacobs9402]

Hi Hermione! Loved the tour...I appreciate that the space looks lived in and not "PERFECT" for the sake of filming a video. You have done a great job with renovating so far. I know it's a huge task, especially when done by yourself.

[@JeralynVictoriaArt]

Maybe your wicker chairs need a coat of citrine and a DIY pink cushion?! Love the idea of editing and sitting room in dining area because it's so easy to find those pieces thrifting and wouldn't cost much!

[@alisonmckenzie1415]

Good tour Hermione ,my fave your hallway,your breakfast nook.Love your flooring throughout and those bathroom tiles 💕.Well done you !

[@ninarivers]

Love the way everything’s looking, and excited for the projects you have coming up! To change up the breakfast nook you could put in a bench under the window and have a table against that. I always think that bench seats make such a cozy addition to a breakfast nook!

[@laura.redfield]

You’ve done so much great work! It’s looking great! About the dining room... I’d leave it as a dining room, but sell or relocate one of the buffets to balance and open up the space more. I think your creativity will start flowing in there once you have more space to work with.

[@suzanne5651]

Your house is beautiful! Love the colour scheme and you have some really lovely pieces of furniture and possessions - well done!

[@kathyorourke9273]

You’ve done a wonderful job! Your patience is phenomenal.

[@nikkisharx]

I love this video. I remember your first video on renovating your own home, it's amazing to see how far you've come with your beautiful home. About your 'dining room' situation... I personally think having another seating area/workspace will suit the 'dining room'. You already have a place to eat, your breakfast nook. But it's your home, it's your decision. I'm sure you will make it look lovely either way 😊

[@lisab9541]

I still like the kitchen and guest rooms the best. I liked when you did the gallery wall. Best moment of this video: your bunny slippers!!!

[@gingerprice9221]

Your home is beautiful, and, like others, I love that you've managed to incorporate secondhand pieces; I'm more impressed by a design that works with what's available -- both because that shows your range as a designer and because it's so much more unique and sustainable. I can't wait for your upcoming videos on the other spaces in your house -- especially the current filing room. I'm sorry that that room gives you anxiety right now, because I just see an unfinished space and get excited to see what you're going to do with it. Thanks for letting us follow along. Best of luck!

[@writeract2]

Your space is beautiful parti sitting room, kitchen, office, elegant with good balanced restrained taste. The dining room is not worked out as is it is overcrowded with clunky furniture so it obscures eye line but I'm sure you can make it beautiful - cannot believe you managed this incredible redo on your own - very well done.

[@tenunsathechicagoitalian4967]

Beautiful old home. One thing I notice about older homes is they have lots of closets and under the stairs storage and just lots of storage everywhere. Love your place and you have done wonders there

[@kanishagrover8590]

You should move the breakfast nook table to the dining room, sell your dining table, and put a desk/ editing area in the dining room, and use the breakfast nook for a seating area and gardening room or a sun room

[@ste715able]

Hi Hermione! It was a huge renovation and you have been very good! I would transform the dining room into a library, creating space for your sofas and other seating, so that, when you have guest, you have a room to seat and listen to music, eating snacks....Only my point of view! Good luck

[@nnid786]

The draws that came with the house in your office is gorgeous. You should definitely keep it. It's a gorgeous piece ❤❤❤ you can always add shelves above as you plan too xx

[@lesleyharris3198]

The house is looking great, you can see the work that you have put in, just really the Monica cupboard and the odd bathroom /kitchen room to sort out, and the weather is improving so you can reclaim the downstairs half bath, I think your home is so nice it's a pity that the location is not the easiest to get to,the winter storms must have been a nightmare, stay safe in the uncertainty that is surrounding us.

[@JuiceyBabs]

The Kitchen has to be my fave space. It looks so good!

[@chloefehr7603]

You could even consider making your breakfast nook into your office and redecorating your dining room to use it more often. Just a suggestion, no worries if you don’t like that idea

[@Ennyesplace]

I've follow you since the first tour of the house, really beautifull work you done there. My favorite place is the guest bedroom becuase of the contrast of colors, I love navy blue with white and pink, you have awesome skills! Hope to redecorate my room just like the guest room.

[@experiencetherain]

Cutest part of the house was the breakfast nook and laundry space 😍😍 so nicely designed

[@mimimc8685]

I hope you keep dining room, recover chairs. I cant believe how much work you have done. Your home is lovely.

[@chandaharkins4418]

Good for you, young lady! Buying a house on your own. Very inspiring. It's a large space! Also, since you asked, I think I would keep the dining room as a dining room. We hardly ever eat in ours, but I love having the table as my "desk." I think a sitting room that close to the den would be redundant. You might like it more with updated furniture (I know, that is expensive!).

[@cutenela]

Your house is such a dream!!! 💛 Everything is so cute 🌵 and so you 💎, thank you for inspiring me to show my style in my own space unapologetically!!! 👏 Love from Costa Rica🇨🇷

[@sarahcortese4977]

Hermoine, I love your dining room! I love your whole house, actually. I think you have some amazing furniture. I am a little older than you, but girl you could do soooo much with what you have. You redo the fabric on the chairs (the woodwork is amazing), paint, distress, even rub on transfers to the furniture. As long as you pick your 3 colors or less, it will keep a continuity throughout the room. The barcart is to die for, as well as the floor mirror. I used to say I was allergic to antiques, but now I know those are the pieces the wealthy search for. You have a great house and those pieces have character. 🤗❤

[@chloerosey]

this house has come so far! this is my favourite series it's so good to see all the progress you're making!

[@roselarouge9107]

I would use the cupboard under the stairs for the storage of outdoor cushions and all seasonal storage.

[@matilda2]

Get a extendable dining table and keep it small for most of the time. Love what you've done with the house. My progress on my home is so slow.

[@1012chart]

I love the idea of making an office in the dining room and...my favourite room is the guest room! Thanks for your great videos.

[@Angora573]

If you have tons of paint pots with not too much in you could transfer the left over paint into glass coffee jars, they take up a lot less space. I live in a flat now, so nowhere for left over paint pots, so this is what I do. I use a black permanent marker to write the colour, date last used and where I used it so I don't mix them up for touch ups. Just an idea for you x

[@prettybird367]

Beautiful job, love the BTS calendar and the pink 😊

[@theresak9915]

your home is beautiful! I love the entry way and how you shared the history of your pieces... I love that most of them are from family and friends!! xo

[@nikkiep23]

The kitchen is my favorite room! I love the Victorian touches.

[@shannondoahhhh]

Dining Room for sure! Tidying videos are the best! Tackle that boiler room!

[@cynthiamitchell893]

Such an amazing change over from how it originally looked. Dining room I would either remove the dining table and make a bigger room lounge type room or make it a dining room without the furniture around.

[@yzolakitchi]

Wow! You really have achieved so much! Well done for your perseverance and positive approach to a seemingly un-ending task :-) I sympathise re: the Monica cupboard. When I realised I had three or four clutter storage spaces I did a quick fix by allocating a category or two to a space. So for now, maybe your linen cupboard DIY stuff could be put under the stairs with the paint etc. Then clear your kitchen bathroom bits into the existing upstairs room with the family filing bits. Could probably be done in 30 mins or so and would quickly give you back peace of mind and two spaces ... for now at least ...because let's face it, renovation is basically Tetris on repeat with our belongings :-) As for the dining room, as a quick fix I would be tempted to chalk paint all the hand me downs white/grey just to neutralise the heavy wood feel while you decide whether it is destined to become your Eating or Editing Suite! :-) Thank you for all the inspiration you continue to provide, your guest bedroom is truly stunning!

[@INVR4GET]

I remember when you moved in. What a transformation! You did a great job! Love EVERYTHING!

[@vanessalagrange7388]

I would definitely make the dining room into something that suits your lifestyle better, but I would use your office as an editing space and turn your dining room into a proper DIY space/craft room since there is so much space! Cabinets for storage, sewing table/painting surface,etc. I think it could be a great creative space for you!

[@meninahaquel]

I love your house, you did really good job. I really like this video, it is very "real", with lots of improvements but still unfinished part of the house (and a bit of junk like anyone else when they do reno). Your videos are really inspiring, thank you. I also wanted to mention your hair is really nice like that. Both red hair and blond hair suit you (they look as good), but it is a nice change. Both look very natural.

[@paulasherrod6835]

Keep the dining room! Recover your chairs in some fabulous fabric and streamline the space. You can use the table for editing and you will still have a great eating space for dinner gatherings!

[@TheCupcake1029]

I would never want to leave that guest bedroom. So pretty! Also, you should do a peg board system on that wall in the office.

[@emalight1]

Omg! I’m an interior designer and I enjoy watching house tours and renovations so much, you just appeared in my recommendations and than I noticed BTS calendar! I’m an army too so I had to subscribe right away! So happy to see other fellow armys 💜

[@HermioneChantal]

Ahh hello fellow army 💜🥺 I love meeting other army’s in the comments! I only wish I had a calendar for every room in the house 🙈

[@ellyngl]

Love the breakfast area the most. It’s super clean and simple

[@alohahawaii_5624]

Turn yr breakfast nook into a casual home office! It’s beside the kitchen so easy coffee & snack access and you have a toilet - you need to go to the loo when working right! I love your perfectly imperfect not to girly but warm & adorable home! However do consider pairing down some furniture so you truly enjoy the house and space and lesser dusting!