Grand Designs Today

Grand Designs Today (2008)

EndedDocumentary show

Melanie Sykes hosts a daily live show answering design queries with the help of professionals Naomi Cleaver, Diarmuid Gavin and Sarah Beeny. Zoe Lucker, Debra Stephenson, Kacey Ainswort, Janet Street Porter, Kim Woodburn and Aggie MacKenzie will share the results of their own projects, and the top 25 Grand Designs are revealed.

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ScheduleMonday - Sunday (daily) at 17:00 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E05Episode 5avr. 9, 2008
S01E04Episode 4avr. 8, 2008
S01E03Episode 3avr. 7, 2008
S01E02Episode 2avr. 6, 2008
S01E01Episode 1avr. 5, 2008
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Grand Designs Today premiere?

Grand Designs Today premiered on October 1, 2008.

Who hosts Grand Designs Today?

Kevin McCloud hosts Grand Designs Today.

What type of homes are featured on Grand Designs Today?

Grand Designs Today features unique and unconventional homes designed by individuals.

What is the format of each episode of Grand Designs Today?

Each episode of Grand Designs Today focuses on one individual's project and follows it from start to finish.

What is the average length of an episode of Grand Designs Today?

An episode of Grand Designs Today runs for approximately 60 minutes.

What is the most expensive project featured on Grand Designs Today?

The most expensive project featured on Grand Designs Today is the eco-friendly house in the Cotswolds, which cost over 2 million pounds to build.

How many different countries are featured on Grand Designs Today?

Grand Designs Today features homes from different countries such as the UK, Italy, Germany, and others.

What is the most unusual project featured on Grand Designs Today?

The most unusual project featured on Grand Designs Today is the house built on a hillside in the Lake District that is only accessible by boat.

Has Kevin McCloud won any awards for his role in Grand Designs Today?

Yes, Kevin McCloud won the Royal Television Society Award for Best Presenter in 2008 for his role in Grand Designs Today.

What are some of the challenges faced by the homeowners on Grand Designs Today?

Some common challenges faced by homeowners on Grand Designs Today include staying within budget, dealing with planning permission issues, and overcoming unforeseen construction problems.

What is the most popular house style featured on Grand Designs Today?

The most popular house style featured on Grand Designs Today is modern and contemporary design.

What is the most innovative use of technology in a project on Grand Designs Today?

The most innovative use of technology in a project on Grand Designs Today is the underground house in North Wales that uses geothermal heat pumps for heating.

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