The Most Influential Home Makeover Shows
In the UK, we’re almost all fixated on interior design and the idea of buying a fixer-upper to restore to its original period glory, or into a modern masterpiece. But whether it’s a pipe dream or a definite plan of action for 2021, we all love the TV shows that inspire us to consider what we can do to our own homes.
With the second series of Interior Design Masters 2021 due to start on BBC in February, this time around with comedian Alan Carr providing the snarky hosting skills in place of Fearne Cotton, we wanted to look at a few of the best interior design shows on TV or streaming.
Interior Design Masters (2019) - Netflix
The original series aired in 2019 on BBC Two, in those halcyon pre-pandemic days. As mentioned, it was hosted by Fearne Cotton and ten aspiring interior designers hoping to go professional compete to win the praise of judge Michelle Ogundehin, with the help of design gurus and industry experts as specialist guest judges each week.
Grand Designs (1999 to present) - All 4
This long-running show, presented by designer and writer Kevin McCloud, focuses on some of the more elaborate and unique dream homes being built by the owners. It typically features custom-made elements that make the finished product not a home, but a work of art.
Some of the most unusual buildings include a domed house in a hillside built entirely by the owner and his family, and a glass house on top of a Welsh cliff which is part home, part architectural monument.
Tidying Up With Marie Kondo (2019) - Netflix
If your budget doesn’t quite run to building your own grand design, then the easiest way to improve your interiors is simply with a good tidy up.
Back in January 2019, Marie Kondo was the queen of decluttering, bringing order and calm to your home and your mind. It was addictive watching, instilling a sense of productivity and motivation, without having to get off the sofa!
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