Map Your House History: A Visual Journey
Every home has a story, and every place has layers of history.
Our bespoke Map Your House History illustrations create a beautiful snapshot of your property’s past, bringing together historic mapping, local heritage and the story of the people and places connected to your home.
Where records allow, we include details about the people who lived there. Where individual house records are limited, we explore the wider history of the area, the streets, buildings, industries and communities that shaped the place your home belongs to.
The result is a unique piece of artwork celebrating not only your house, but the landscape and history around it.
A map that tells more than where your house is — it tells where your house belongs.
What might your house history map include?
Depending on the records available, your illustrated map may include:
• The names of former residents or families connected with the property
• Important local landmarks and buildings
• Lost features of the landscape, such as former farms, industries, roads or buildings
• Stories from the wider community that help bring your area’s history to life
Every home has a different story. Some reveal fascinating details about former residents, while others are best understood through the history of the neighbourhood around them.
By combining maps with archival research, we help uncover the hidden landscape around your home.
A Starting Point for Discovering Your Home’s Story
A Map Your House History illustration is a wonderful introduction to the history of your home.
If you are looking for a deeper investigation into your property’s past including census records, directories, newspapers, archives and a detailed timeline of residents our bespoke House History Packs offer a much more comprehensive exploration.
How we create your map
We create a bespoke illustrated map celebrating your home’s place in history
We locate your property on historic maps
We explore the development of the surrounding area
We research available information about former residents where possible
We identify interesting local stories and historic features
A meaningful keepsake for your home
A Map Your House History illustration makes a thoughtful gift for:
• New homeowners wanting to understand their property’s past
• Families restoring older homes
• Heritage lovers and local history enthusiasts
• Anyone who feels connected to the place they call home
It is a piece of artwork with a story behind it something to display, treasure and pass on.
Commission your bespoke house history map
From £75
Includes:
✓ Historic research
✓ Bespoke illustrated map
✓ Historical highlights
✓ Digital artwork
A Note From Our Illustrator
“I begin by sketching a few ideas on paper. Simple drawings like this help me develop my illustrations to stay in harmony with the pictorial aspect of the map. Once I am happy with the basics, I take my design to the computer and begin work on the graphics.”
Ready to bring your home’s story to life? See our pricing and order your custom poster today!
