A showhouse in an 1860s B-listed property might seem like a paradox, but as the much publicised home of interior designer Alexis Leech, shows, this elegant conversion in Langside has been transformed into just that, a showhouse of her own.

Extensively refurbished during the past three years, the house has original features that have been greatly enhanced by interior design. There is an entrance portico, hall, lounge, dining room, re-fitted kitchen, master bedroom, second double bedroom and bathroom, while an inner hallway continues through to a family room, third bedroom, split-level kitchen, shower room, and fourth bedroom/playroom on a mezzanine level. With a second kitchen, the south wing could be considered as a self-contained suite.

What is likely to be the main attraction, however, is the craftsmanship of the interior. Elegant, stylish, and occasionally quirky, it is unmistakably a designer's showcase - but of the lived-in variety.

Every room incorporates designer wallcoverings and fabrics, creative paint finishes and exquisite touches to highlight the property's architectural and period features such as the original terrazzo floor in the hall, walk-in, sumptuously-draped bay window, ornate plasterwork and marble fireplace in the lounge, and a master bedroom with a bay window, timber picture rail and original ornate plasterwork.

Areas that have undergone structural changes - most notably a bedroom that has been transformed into a dining room with a tented ceiling and walls swathed in countless metres of toile fabric, an inner hallway with a row of faux bookcases, and the bathroom - are nothing short of inspirational.

Situated on the corner of Millbrae Road and Cathkin Road in the south side of Glasgow, the house is bordered by attractive gardens with a central driveway and parking for three or four cars. offers over #135,000 are invited by Slater Hogg & Howison. Tel: 0141 649 4986.

Last week's house of the week is being marketed by Allen & Harris.