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The Great Interior Design Challenge Season 2 Episodes
Season 2 Episode Guide
16 Episodes 2014 - 2014
Episode 1
Cotswolds
59 mins
The Great Interior Design Challenge is back with a brand new series, this time with 16 episodes and 27 talented amateur designers battling it out for the title. Presenter and Architectural Historian Tom Dyckhoff oversees proceedings while judges - President of the British Institute of Interior Design, Daniel Hopwood and interior stylist and magazine journalist Sophie Robinson - must decide who has got what it takes to be the next big thing in design. The series travels across the country and though the ages, from medieval homes and Victorian Terraces to 1920s beach huts and contemporary eco blocks. Each time three would-be Interior Designers take on similar rooms in three neighbouring properties. They'll get three days, £1000 and the help of a small team to interpret homeowners' briefs and bring their designs to life. In the first heat amateur designers Scott, Fiona and Francesca take on three living rooms belonging one family in neighbouring 17th century cottages in the Cotswolds. Accustomed to working to precision, oilrig draughtsman Scott struggles with the uneven 300 year walls to deliver his modern design. While young mum Francesca must find a way to display her homeowner's treasured heirlooms, in keeping with her shabby chic scheme. College Lecturer Fiona shows off her skills when she reupholsters a coffee table in her industrial themed room but will it be enough to impress the judges? All three rooms throw up a different set of challenges for the designers, but only one can make it through to the second round.
Episode 2
Beach Huts
59 mins
It's the second of nine heats, as three new designers battle it out for a place in the second round, and the chance to win The Great Interior Design Challenge. This time our amateurs are taking on three 1920s beach huts, in the picturesque setting of Canford Cliffs beach. The designers need to be inventive and innovative as they have just three days and £750 to transform the two and a half square metres huts. In his nautical design, actor Michael must make sure he creates enough storage for the four families who share his hut. For school teacher Anne it's a tricky task keeping her hut owner on board with her bold colour choice. Meanwhile, antiques restorer Sandy struggles to make a decision in her multi-coloured, nature inspired scheme. Tom Dyckhoff delves into the history of the nation's love affair with the beach hut, while it's down to Judges Sophie and Daniel to decide who has the winning design and will go through to the next round.
Episode 3
Medieval
57 mins
It's the fourth of our nine heats as three new designers battle it out for a place in the second round and the chance to win The Great Interior Design Challenge. This time our amateurs will be updating a crooked bedroom in three grand medieval homes in Lavenham, Suffolk. Architectural historian Tom Dyckhoff discovers the history of the houses, and Judges Sophie and Daniel decide who will go through to the next round. Each designer has three days, £1000 and the help of a small team to achieve a 21st century take on the 600 year old rooms. Furniture restorer Scott faithfully follows his homeowners East meets West brief, but will he show enough originality to impress the judges? Mum of two Leila hopes her luxurious yellow scheme will bring some much needed light to her room, even though her homeowner isn't keen on the colour. And tea shop owner Kate goes all out with her British colonial theme - but will it suit the 300 year old room? With original wooden beams, uneven floors and discerning homeowners, the three would-be designers have their work cut out - and only one of them can go through to the next round.
Episode 4
Victorian London
59 mins
It's the third of nine heats as three designers battle it out for a place in the second round and the chance to win The Great Interior Design Challenge. This time our amateur designers will be taking on the open plan living and dining rooms of three Victorian terraced houses in the heart of London's East End. They'll have 1000 pounds and three days to give the open plan reception rooms a whole new look. Artist Lucy must bring some order to her homeowners' large eclectic collection of furniture and ornaments without losing the heart and soul of their home. Egon must design a mid-century themed room with three zones - cocktail bar, dining and lounge areas. While Charlotte has to persuade her client that her dark wall colour is the way to go for his modern masculine brief. Architectural Historian Tom Dyckhoff discovers the history of the houses and the East End, while judges Sophie and Daniel watch every design detail come together, before they must decide who is good enough to win a place in the next round.
Episode 5
Fishermen's Cottages
59 mins
The designers must transform a bedroom each for three sisters living in a row of cottages.
Episode 6
Welwyn Garden City
59 mins
Designers must update three identical living rooms in the handsome town of Welwyn Garden City.
Episode 7
Eco Homes
59 mins
It's the seventh of our nine heats and three new designers battle it out for a place in the second round and the chance to win The Great Interior Design Challenge.This time the amateurs are redesigning large open plan reception rooms in three 21st century Eco Homes in Greater London. With just three days and £1250, the amateur designers must deliver gorgeous rooms using materials sympathetic to the eco ethos. Australian born Honor must put aside her love of everything white, as her homeowners prefer a darker, moodier palette. Fashion design graduate Alex gets his screen printer out to give his Manhattan loft design a geometric feel. While B+B owner Jane risks losing the confidence of her homeowners with her clashing colours. Architectural Historian Tom Dyckhoff reveals the ingenious design behind these futuristic, energy-saving buildings. While judges Sophie and Daniel must scrutinise the designers' every decision before they can decide who deserves to go through to the next round.
Episode 8
Port Sunlight
59 mins
It's the penultimate heat with three new designers battling it out for a place in the second round and the chance to go on to win The Great Interior Design Challenge. This time the amateur designers will be working in pretty workers' cottages on a Dutch-influenced crescent in the model village, Port Sunlight. They will have £1000, three days and the help of a builder to transform a master bedroom each. Mehul from London draws on his heritage and love of all things industrial to answer his brief for a restful scheme. Mum-of-one Kelly's best-laid plans are in danger of going awry when her homeowners' new bed doesn't fit in with her plans. While hairdresser Louise from Northumberland wants to use her favourite paint effects to answer her brief, even though her homeowner isn't sure. Architectural Historian Tom Dyckhoff delves into the history of the model village of Port Sunlight where each block is designed by different architecture. While judges Sophie and Daniel decide who has the design potential to go through to the next round.
Episode 9
1930s Apartments
59 mins
It's the last of the nine heats as three new designers battle it out for the last place in the second round and the chance to win The Great Interior Design Challenge. This time, our three amateurs will be redesigning the master bedroom of three 1930s Hollywood-inspired apartments in West London. Deputy restaurant manager Jack, the youngest designer in the competition, has the tough task of creating a room that combines his homeowners' diverse tastes - Celtic, oriental and art deco. Online home accessories retailer, Hannah must keep true to the Nordic scheme her client has asked for, whilst incorporating his beloved wall-hanging into her design. Vintage fan Jo delivers an art deco scheme - but will it have the contemporary twist that her clients have asked for? Architectural Historian Tom Dyckhoff explores the history of these iconic apartments, originally designed to attract the emerging stars of the silver screen, while judges Sophie Robinson and Daniel Hopwood decide who has the winning room - but with such varied designs to choose from, it's a tough choice to make. But with only three days, a £1000 and challenging briefs, the designers must work hard to prove they deserve a place in the second round.
Episode 10
Oast Houses
59 mins
It's the first of the three second round episodes and three previous winners battle it out to win a place in the quarter-finals of The Great Interior Design Challenge. This time, each of our amateurs takes on awkward dimensions in three bedrooms in converted Oast houses in Kent. In a boy's bedroom, mum of three Kelly creates one of the boldest schemes yet - with vibrant colours and quirky touches... but has she got her details right? Brimming with ideas, teashop owner Kate goes all out with an ambitious red and blue scheme, but must learn to make sure that every aspect of her design is functional. While fashion graduate Alex must find a way to incorporate his homeowner's American football memorabilia into his restful, grown-up guest room. While Architectural Historian Tom Dyckhoff delves into the fascinating history of these buildings, shaped by their agricultural heritage; judges Sophie Robinson and Daniel Hopwood keep a watchful eye over progress in the rooms. The designers have just three days and £1,000 to demonstrate their skills and inventiveness - but with two places in the quarter-finals up for grabs, one of them will leave the competition at the end of this challenge.
Episode 11
Edwardian Wimbledon
58 mins
It's the second round of the competition and three previous winners must up their game if they are to win a place in the quarter-finals of The Great Interior Design Challenge. They have just three days and £1,000 to transform the reception rooms of three Edwardian houses in Wimbledon, London. After showcasing his raw talent in the first round, deputy restaurant manager Jack aims to show the judges his refined side with his classic Edwardian scheme. Actor Michael has created an unusual treasure hunt in his room for his homeowners' son, but will it have the edginess that the judges are looking for? And college lecturer Fiona must demonstrate her creativity, striking a balance between feminine and masculine in her gentlemen's club themed room. Architectural Historian Tom Dyckhoff delves into the history of the handsome Edwardian houses, in what would once have been a peaceful village outside London. While judges Sophie and Daniel must decide which two designers have done enough to win a place in the quarter-finals... and which one will be leaving the competition.
Episode 12
Houseboats
59 mins
It's the final episode of the second round stage of the competition and three more previous winners battle it out for a place in the quarter-final and a chance to win The Great Interior Design Challenge. This time the pressure is on to transform three similar multi-functional reception rooms in houseboats on the River Thames, still with just £1,000 over three days. All three designers must overcome the challenges thrown up by the houseboats and their owners if they're to win a place in the quarter-final. For her classic, romantic scheme, conference organiser Charlotte has ambitious plans for the floor - a checkerboard design... but is it achievable in the time she's got? Photographer Luke knows he must keep his clients on-board with his Hamptons beach house themed room, while giving them a contemporary edge - and civil servant Martin risks his place in the competition, ignoring his homeowner's wishes and sticking to his guns with elements of his global-themed room. Architectural Historian Tom Dyckhoff messes about by the river and reveals the rich history of the houseboat. While judges Sophie Robinson and Dan Hopwood have the difficult task of deciding which two designers are worthy of a place in the quarter-final... and which one must leave the competition.
Episode 13
1960s Complex
59 mins
It's the first of the two quarter final programmes, and three previous winners battle it out for two places in the semi-final. This time they have 3 days and a larger budget of £1200, to redesign quirky, open plan rooms in architecturally significant 1960s housing complex. All three designers must prove they have imagination, skill and style if they're to win a coveted place in the semi-final of the Great Interior Design Challenge One designer must work to a Persian brief - ensuring they get the right balance of theme and authenticity. Problems with some floor tiles threaten to derail our second designer, working to a bright, bold, Austin Powers inspired brief. While our third designer must prove they can work sympathetically within the '60s architecture of the building. Architectural Historian Tom Dyckhoff marvels at the design behind these standout buildings - locally nicknamed the 'Elephant Houses'. Meanwhile, judges Sophie Robinson and Daniel Hopwood have the daunting task of choosing which designer must leave the competition, and which two go through to the next round.
Episode 14
School Conversion
59 mins
It's the second of the two quarter finals, and three previous winners battle it out for two places in the semi-final. This time the pressure is on as our amateurs take on three double height reception rooms in an imposing Edwardian school conversion. The competition is fierce as the designers have £1200 and just 3 days to complete their rooms. At the end one of them will leave the competition. Our first designer is out to deliver an edgy scheme, answering a whimsical and decadent brief - with a flock of ornamental birds. The second designer must work to a refined brief, while still showcasing their natural creative flair. While our third designer is out to prove they are learning the rules of design, but a lack of knowledge in spatial planning could prove problematic working with these awkward double height rooms. Architectural Historian Tom Dyckhoff delves into the fascinating history of this grand school building. While Judges Sophie Robinson and Daniel Hopwood will decide which two designers will go through to the semi-final, and which one will leave the competition.
Episode 15
Tenements
59 mins
It's the semi-final, so the briefs and judges are tougher than ever. Four previous winners are back to redesign a reception room each in Edinburgh's historic tenements, but only two can go through to the final. With higher stakes comes a higher budget, as each designer has £1,500 and three days to convince the judges they deserve a place in the grand final. Our first designer must prove they can stamp their own identity on the room. Designer number two must show they can deliver creativity in a scheme, but plans for pimping up some flat pack furniture fall flat with the clients. Our third semi-finalist needs to impress working to a traditional brief. Meanwhile our final designer is working to a midcentury brief, but could be derailed while creating a giant lampshade out of wool. Architectural Historian Tom Dyckhoff examines the history of the tenements in Edinburgh, and the secrets that enticed the Victorian middle classes to live here. While judges Sophie Robinson and Daniel Hopwood have the difficult task of deciding which two designers have what it takes to make it through to the Grand Final.
Episode 16
Stately Home
59 mins
The final two designers battle it out for the championship in a three-room design challenge that asks them to transform a grand stately home in Sussex.