Northern Ireland is currently in the midst of a search to find its ‘House Of The Year’, with fifteen homes vying for the prestigious title. Leading the search is design expert and TV personality Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen, in a new BBC property series that promises to showcase a diverse range of homes across the region.
The six-part series, which is set to air on BBC iPlayer and BBC Northern Ireland, will feature fifteen homes that are described as “very different” from each other. These homes will compete for one of five places in the grand final, where one lucky winner will be crowned Northern Ireland’s ‘House Of The Year’.
Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen expressed his excitement about the series, highlighting the diversity of housing stock that will be featured. He emphasized that the show will not just focus on the typical modern glass box on a cliff, but will instead delve into a variety of unique and character-filled homes. Laurence stated, “What really matters is how much heart and soul our owners have poured into making their house a home.”
The TV personality also reflected on his fondness for the series and his anticipation for revisiting the property landscape of Northern Ireland. He praised the energy and creativity of the Northern Irish people when it comes to constructing buildings and creating spaces that reflect not only functionality but also personality.
Joining Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen in the search for Northern Ireland’s ‘House Of The Year’ are three expert judges – award-winning architect Jane Larmour, interior design expert James Fairley, and Patricia McGinnis, who co-owns a Belfast-based interiors boutique with her sister. Together, they will decide which homes make it to the final shortlist and ultimately, choose the winner.
Throughout the series, Laurence and the judges will visit a wide range of properties, from Victorian terraces to new build bungalows, showcasing the unique design choices and trends that can transform a space. The judges will also meet with the occupants of these homes to discuss their individual design choices that have turned their houses into homes.
The first episode of the series will see the judges faced with the task of choosing between a bohemian bungalow with Hollywood glamour in Lisburn, a quirky family home in the Belfast Hills filled with upcycled and vintage furniture, and a lovingly restored 1850s villa in Holywood, County Down. Subsequent episodes will feature homes in various locations across Northern Ireland, including Bangor, Ballymena, Belfast, and different counties such as Armagh, Tyrone, and Down.
Fans of interior design and architecture can tune in to ‘House Of The Year’ starting Monday, September 23 on BBC iPlayer and BBC One Northern Ireland. The first five episodes will be available to watch on BBC iPlayer after the initial broadcast on September 23, leading up to the grand final on Monday, October 28.
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In conclusion, Northern Ireland’s search for the ‘House Of The Year’ promises to be an exciting journey through the diverse and creative homes that the region has to offer. With Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen at the helm, viewers can expect a unique and insightful exploration of the architectural landscape of Northern Ireland. Don’t miss out on this captivating series that celebrates the heart and soul of homes across the country.