Grand Designs: House of the Year
Overview
Each year, the Royal Institute of British Architects searches for the finest new home in the UK, and Grand Designs joins the journey to showcase exceptional architectural achievements. With a keen eye for innovation and design, the show highlights stunning properties that push boundaries and redefine modern living. Viewers are treated to inspiring transformations and insights into the creative process behind each featured home, as the competition unfolds to crown the ultimate House of the Year. This captivating series celebrates the artistry and vision involved in crafting unique living spaces.
Episodes
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Country Living
Kevin McCloud explores five residences designed for rural life, ranging from a charming farmhouse in Somerset to a breathtaking contemporary glass vil...
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Country Homes
In the premiere episode, Kevin and his team showcase five remarkable country homes that are contenders for the prestigious prize. Among them is a spac...
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Boundary Pushers
Kevin, Zac, and Damion explore five innovative homes that challenge conventional residential design. They visit a sleek, hidden house crafted from gla...
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3
Space Makers
Kevin McCloud showcases five remarkable homes competing for the title of House of the Year 2016. Each residence cleverly maximizes limited space. Amon...
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4
The Winner
Kevin McCloud announces the winner of the 2016 Royal Institute of British Architects House of the Year. Before revealing the champion, he examines fou...
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Local Materials
Kevin McCloud explores the contenders for the 2017 Royal Institute of British Architects House of the Year, accompanied by architect Damion Burrows an...
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Water
Kevin McCloud, Damion Burrows, and Michelle Ogundehin explore five additional remarkable homes competing for the Royal Institute of British Architects...
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Homes in the Country
Kevin McCloud, alongside architect Damion Burrows and magazine editor Michelle Ogundehin, explores remarkable homes across the countryside. They visit...
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4
The Minimalists and the Winner
Kevin McCloud announces the winner of the esteemed Royal Institute of British Architects House of the Year 2017. Before the reveal, he joins architect...
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Houses That Dare to Be Different
Kevin McCloud explores various homes competing for the 2018 Royal Institute of British Architects House of the Year. Among the highlights is a strikin...
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Houses with a Past
Kevin McCloud, architect Damion Burrows, and design specialist Michelle Ogundehin explore five more captivating homes competing for the 2018 Royal Ins...
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Extreme Houses
Kevin and his fellow judges explore a stunning collection of cantilevered black boxes, a remote crofter's cottage, a uniquely shaped concrete home, an...
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The Final
Kevin explores various homes on the longlist, showcasing their innovative use of materials. After his visits, he announces the winner of House of the ...
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Experimental
The episode showcases a unique home in Eton constructed entirely from cork, an inventive stone cottage in Derbyshire, and an impressive ultra-low-ener...
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Surroundings
Among the showcased designs are a stunning stone house nestled within a nature reserve, a cozy family home hidden in south London, and a sleek black t...
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Down to Earth
This round features a chic property in Devon, crafted by a renowned architect, alongside a modern, sophisticated residence in Northern Ireland.
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The Final
Kevin explores homes that showcase exceptional craftsmanship and high-quality materials as he anticipates the announcement of the grand prize winner f...
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Houses That Take You by Surprise
In the opening episode, Kevin and his fellow hosts, architect Damion Burrows and design specialist Michelle Ogundehin, explore five stunning homes vyi...
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Materials and Craftmanship
Kevin McCloud, Damion Burrows, and Michelle Ogundehin explore five remarkable properties that showcase outstanding craftsmanship and innovative materi...
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Problem-Solving Houses
Kevin McCloud, Damion Burrows, and Michelle Ogundehin explore five innovative properties that tackle various challenges. Among them is a contemporary ...
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Houses That Reinvent
Kevin McCloud, Damion Burrows, and Michelle Ogundehin explore the last five properties, ultimately selecting one to join the shortlist before revealin...
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Hard-to-Build Houses
Kevin McCloud takes a tour of the contenders for the RIBA House of the Year award 2022, beginning with five uniquely challenging homes, one of which i...
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Incredible House Transformations
Kevin McCloud, along with his team of experts, explores five remarkable homes that have been dramatically transformed. Among these unique spaces is a ...
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Pioneering Houses
Kevin McCloud and the team of experts delve into a unique home that combines mock-Tudor architecture with an industrial chic aesthetic, alongside anot...
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4
Meticulously Crafted Houses & the Result
Kevin McCloud explores a beautifully designed barn conversion alongside a stunning eco home that features a timber frame and timber cladding. The anti...
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Built Against All Odds
The quest for House of the Year 2025 kicks off as Kevin McCloud showcases remarkable homes constructed under challenging circumstances. Viewers will e...
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Homes That Take You on Holiday
A beach house in Kent seamlessly combines a workspace with an atmosphere of relaxation. In east London, a property transforms into a bright haven bath...
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Materials and Craftsmanship
Kevin delves into remarkable craftsmanship showcased in steel, sandstone, and wood. A striking new sandstone residence emerges in Bannau Brycheiniog (...
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Incredible Transformations
In the thrilling conclusion, Kevin McCloud delves into stunning transformations, showcasing how barns, bungalows, and townhouses have been radically r...
