George Clarke

George Clarke is an architect, writer and lecturer and one of the most successful property TV presenters on UK television.

After making three successful series of Build A New Life for Five from 2003 to 2006, George became the face of architecture at Channel 4 with the launch of The Home Show in 2008 and the forthcoming launch of Restoration Man in 2009.

George’s design talent and passion for beautiful buildings has transformed the home’s and lives of so many people a cross Britain.

George was born and raised in Sunderland and from the age of 12 wanted to be an architect. After studying architecture at the University of Newcastle and University College London, George started his own practice, clarke:desai, with business partner Bobby Desai. clarke:desai has established a reputation as a talented architecure and design company with a very high profile client list.

Their portfolio includes innovative residential, cultural and urban design projects across the world.

George’s award winning architectural practice, university teaching and research allow him to develop ways of creating new kinds of architecture. He’s passionate about the way architecture can transform our everyday lives and his aim is to make architecture popular and accessible to the public.

The second series of the The Home Show with 8 new building projects and 4 revisits from series 1 begins at 8pm on Thursday 21st May.

Restoration Man, where George saves some of the most beautiful old buildings in Britain by converting them into unique homes, will be shown on Channel 4 this Autumn.

TV

George has been a successful TV presenter since 2004 and has been the main presenter for the following programmes.

2004 Property Dreams – 6 x 60 min programmes for Five following people who release equity from their homes either to renovate their existing home, buy a second home in the UK or to buy a home abroad.
2005 Dream Home Abroad – 10 x 60 min programmes for Five following families who leave the UK to renovate beautiful old homes throughout Europe.
2005-2007 Build A New Life in the Country – 32 x 60 min programmes for Five. George follows families who transform their quality of life by moving from the city to the country while renovating some of the most stunning and unusual old buildings in Britain.
Build A New Life is one of the most successful programmes ever to be shown on Five with over 2.5 million viewers. Series 1 was transmitted in 2005, Series 2 in 2006 and Series 3 in 2007.
2008 The Home Show – Series 1 : 6 x 60 min programmes for Channel 4. With over 3 million viewers George transforms the ordinary houses of UK families into beautiful homes.

Charity

George supports the housing charity Shelter and is taking part in their Architect in the House scheme this year. Click here for more details.

288 Responses to “George”

Emma Farrow
on May 21st, 2009
@ 10:57 am:

Hi George

Wanted to say cant wait to see the show tonight after hearing you speak at Grand Designs Live. I wanted to get your opinion on something :
We have found a project that we ideally want to convert or knock down and start again, it has been used as a commercial warehouse in the past and has been left for negliect for many years. The local council would not look at this site as a redevelopment site, why do councils do this? surely the site would look better using old buildings than leaving it looking like an isaw?
I think any old building be it a barn or an empty old warehouse should automatically be considered for change of use if it has not been used for many years? what do you think?

Look forward to hearing from you.

Good Luck tonight
Regards

Emma from Rossendale
George Clarke
on May 21st, 2009
@ 5:17 pm:

I couldn’t agree more! Unfortunately, planners are a funny old breed! Its not that simple, but it should be. Your are absolutely right, an old derelict site would look so much better if it was sensitively developed. Getting change of use from commercial to residential is really difficult and many councils don’t like doing it because they know residential property is so much more expensive than commercial and they are never happy to see people making lots of money because the council approved a change of use. They get so caught up in their policies, guide lines and red-tape that they often don’t see common sense. Don’t give up though…planners change their mind as often as the weather so you might strike lucky! George x
Caroline
on May 21st, 2009
@ 7:58 pm:

Hi George, just wanted to say well done – what a fantastic first episode to your second series of “The Home Show”, what an amazing transformation !!

I’m looking forward to future shows.

Caroline.
eileen
on May 21st, 2009
@ 8:23 pm:

George – trying to place you geographically. I guess somewhere south of me – Chester-le-street. No info on your biography page. Come on – satisfy my curiosity. It’s the only reason I logged on. Whilst I enjoy your shows, it’s really just to hear your voice. I have lived away since 1979. But if you want an interesting house project i have an unsaleable (3 years) house in South Yorkshire, and no-one has a clue why…..Luv E
George Clarke
on May 22nd, 2009
@ 4:29 am:

Eileen, thanks for watching the show. My accent started to soften a lot when I went to study architecture at university…the lecturers could hardly understand a word I was saying!!! I then moved to London in 1996 so the accent has softened even more. You were pretty close…I was born in Sunderland and when I was only a few years old we moved to Washington where my parents and sisters still live today so just a stones throw from Chester-le-street. I was raised in Washington from around 1977 until 1995…loved it! Send me a picture of your house in South Yorkshire…would love to see it! George x
George Clarke
on May 22nd, 2009
@ 4:37 am:

Caroline, thank you so much for watching and I really appreciate your lovely comments about the show. It means alot! The last 4 months making the series has been amazing but incredibly hard work so its great to know you loved the show. It makes it all worthwhile! We have some great houses and families this series so keep watching as I think it gets better and better! George x
design_matt
on May 22nd, 2009
@ 8:06 am:

Hi George.
I just wanted to say I thought the last series was fantastic – and last nights new episode suggests the show is going to be even better this year. I also think that it is great that you are encouraging people to invest in their home and enjoy living there, rather than living in a somewhere that is very sterile and only been renovated to put onto the market for a profit.
I am an Interior Designer working in the boutique hotel industry and I found your tips for a more residential development and property really insightful. I loved the advice on last nights show about trying to have your doorway in the centre of the bathroom wall to increase the usability of the space!
Really looking forward to the rest of the series
George Clarke
on May 22nd, 2009
@ 8:28 am:

Matt being praised by a fellow designer is a real compliment! Thank you. Its the most simple design tips that can make a huge difference to a home…or a hotel! We have a broad range of properties on this series of The Home Show with varying budgets so I hope you get more ‘take home’ information as the series progresses. Keep in touch…your feedback is invaluable. I do really appreciate it. Cheers. George
design_matt
on May 22nd, 2009
@ 8:43 am:

Hi George – wow thank you for your message and reply!
I did not expect that. Great to hear from you!
Looking forward to the rest of the series, especially seeing what interior design finishes you use I have only been in the industry for 4 years since graduating. Been involved in the opening of 12 hotels nationwide in the past 3 years. But I still pinch myself that I am doing what I love as a job! and being paid for it! Cheers Matt
George Clarke
on May 22nd, 2009
@ 10:54 am:

Great stuff! Keep watching and happy designing mate. George
Jill
on May 22nd, 2009
@ 4:40 pm:

Inspirational start to the new series! Really liked the glazing over the kitchen area: such a good alternative when a window isn’t an option, it also made good use of the wall space for max storage. How does the glazing compare for cost with traditional roofing materials?

Looking forward to seeing the rest of the programmes.
Fiona L
on May 22nd, 2009
@ 10:57 pm:

Just wanted to say loved the last series and from last weeks episode it looks like its going to be even better! Especially liked the downstairs cloak wallpaper reminded me of Habitats ‘Our Crowd’ Lamp.
But seeing it in a room setting has really sealed the deal. Thats if I can be brave enough to use it!
I just really like the whole show and seems like you really do care about each individual home/client, which is really nice to see.

Fee x.
George Clarke
on May 23rd, 2009
@ 4:31 am:

Hi Fee. Thank you so much for your message and its great that you think this series is better then the first. We have a broader range of projects (and budgets!) this series which has pushed everyone involved very hard. I honestly think the series gets better and better so please keep watching. At every stage of the project there are brave decisions to be made but you have to trust your instincts and go for it! If you like that wallpaper then get yourself to Habitat straight away! All of the families put all of their trust in me (never mind all of their money and their house!) and I think that is incredible. I care so much that when I transform the architecture of their home that it really works for them and is a beautiful place to be be. Thanks for watching Fee! George x (p.s….and just so you know…. this is me…not just an assistant answering messages all day…keep in touch) x
George Clarke
on May 23rd, 2009
@ 4:40 am:

Hi Jill. That’s a good question because I bet everyone out there thinks that the glass is massively more expensive but we you look at the overall costs associated with building a roof like this its very competitive. That area of glass costs around £6,000 to supply and install whereas a traditional roof (lets say a similar pitched roof but with natural slate tiles) will cost nearly the same. Why? Well, with the slate roof the material cost will be less but the labour time to construct it will be alot more and involve lots of separate trades so it takes longer. With the glass roof the glazing contractor has it made off site and drops it into the space in a day. With the traditional roof the joiners have to build in the roof joists, put in the insulation, the roofer puts on the roof membrane, then the battens, then the tiles on top and then the plasterers have to plasterboard the underside, plaster skim the board, that has to be left to dry for a couple of days and then the decorators have to paint it all. That will take at least 2 weeks assuming you can get all of the different tradesmen on site when you need them. All that hard work and effort to create a solid roof that lets in no light! Its a waste of time and money! Go for the glass! Keep watching….George x
Miss Mann
on May 24th, 2009
@ 2:56 pm:

I just wanted to say that I watch you all the time I think that your show the home show is fab. I would of love to be a contestant on your show but unfortunately I do not have the budget. I am a single mom and my house is very much need of love, also I do agree with you that people fall out of love with their properties and that has defiantly happened to me I don’t see it as a home but just somewhere I sleep and bring up the children.

I wrote to channel four requesting that they be a competition or that your show could be something like Americas extreme makeover. As I believe that so many people watch your show and would love you to come and do something for them but cannot afford it. Oh well keep up the good work
John in Toronto
on May 24th, 2009
@ 10:57 pm:

Hello George;
I’m just wondering when you would expect your newest series to be televised outside the UK. I am in Toronto, ON Canada and we only started viewing “Build A New Life In The Country” around last fall. Will we be receiving “The Home Show” in a shorter time frame?
Really good work you did on “New LIfe”; I look forward to (hopefully) seeing “The Home Show” locally here on HGTV.
Anne Vernal
on May 27th, 2009
@ 11:48 am:

Hi George

Enjoyed the first programme of the new series very much and looking forward to the rest of the series. My house is reasonably new (five years old). We have a lounge, dining room (quite small rooms) and then a conservatory leading from the dining room. Am thinking about knocking down part of the lounge wall and putting in bifold doors to allow more light in and which would also open up the two rooms when entertaining. Do you think this is a good idea or are there any other options? Also any ideas to make these rooms look larger – have used light colours on the walls etc.

Look forward to your reply

Anne
julie bywater
on May 27th, 2009
@ 6:52 pm:

Hi George,
just wanted to say how much i love your show im really pleased its back on air and im making sure i sky plus it just incase i miss an episode. im not normally one to leave messages on peoples websites but i felt compelled to say well done i think the show is fantastic and its brilliant to see a local lad come good. Like yourself i was born in sunderland and raised in washington where i still live, i bore my workmates silly every week when we talk about your show by telling them how i went to the same school as you Oxclose comp although not at the same time i think i started a couple years after you. I take a particular intest in your show not just because your a local lad but because you use Howdens Kitchens and joinery products and i work as an assistant manager at the south shields depot, i have been with company over 10 years and i love being able to see how you use our products and i must say the kitchens always look fantastic. I would love to get into interior designing but think im too old now with bills and mortages and stuff its difficult so i live out my dream by watching house programmes and getting ideas for my own little house. i’ve got my tissues ready for tommorow nights show it always makes me cry when the family love the home you. have created for them.
Good luck for the rest of the series and any future projects
Jules

oooh p.s not much has changed in washington except the galleries has had a retail park built and we now got a KFC woo! hoo! ha ha
Anne Vernal
on May 28th, 2009
@ 12:23 pm:

Hi George

Thoroughly enjoying the new series – keep up the good work. My query regarding my own home is how to make the rooms seem larger. I have a new build property (five years old). There is a front lounge, dining room and french doors from there leading on to a conservatory. I have thought of taking down part of the wall between the lounge and dining and putting in bifold doors. This would mean that the two rooms could be opened up, also let more light in and possibly make the rooms larger. Would be grateful for you thoughts and any other suggestions.
Poppy
on May 28th, 2009
@ 8:08 pm:

Hi George

Your teeth are amazing!

Love
Pop
xxxxx
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gabi blandy
on May 28th, 2009
@ 9:20 pm:

hi george we live in army quarters for the past 20 year it is a nightmare all of the walls are made of plasterboards .it would be nice if the mod could have a nice quarter build by qualified architect like you to give us better living
design_matt
on May 29th, 2009
@ 8:30 am:

Hi George – another great episode last night. I think it is great that you are revisiting some of the projects in order to see how they are no lived in and might have been adapted to suit the day to day living of the owners. Thought is was fantastic what you achieved on a very tight budget last night – the open plan style was superb. Noticed some shopping in Liberty! wish I could afford to buy pieces from there

A comment from last week with the glazing over the kitchen – how hard is this to maintain and keep clean? As I noticed the property boundary was very close to the neighbour in order to get access for cleaning – is there any type of self cleaning glass that would be suitable? A friend of mine has something similar and is constantly having to sweep leaves and twigs off with an extended broom handle
Tes
on May 29th, 2009
@ 1:28 pm:

Hi George, loving the new show. as a busy mum of two i’ve got the TV set to record it every thursday so i can watch it at my leisure. I have got a degree in architecture and work for a practice at the moment but am in no hurry to do my diploma in arch due to the aforementioned offspring!
However, what also puts me off is how hard everyone at work keeps telling me part 2 is and i’m struggling with the idea of juggling a busy home life with the demands of university. I only had one child when i received my BA so having a toddler now and doing such a demanding course slightly terrifies me to be honest. Do you have any advice on part 2 and how to cope or whether waiting would be the best option? Thanks. x
Emma
on May 29th, 2009
@ 1:33 pm:

Hi George, another great design last night!

Wanted to ask a quick question about using glass in the wall, we are currently converting an old warehouse into our home and we have various areas where we need to let the light in, particularly the stairwell, we are going to use frosted pyro glass as the stairwell is 3 storey it has to be compartmented. We are using metal studing and have left the openings ready for the glass to go in, could you please advise me on how best to fit the glass in? which would also meet current building regs We saw you at Grand Designs and saw the photo of how you did it on your bathroom. Its just puzzeling us how to fit the glass and make it look sleek without costing us too much.

I look forward to hearing from you, and wish you all the best in your sucess!
Regards
Emma from Rossendale
fiona f
on May 29th, 2009
@ 10:38 pm:

Hi George

Lovin the new series. Am just about to move into a fabulous 350year old cottage which is need of loads of TLC. Watching the 1st programme has given me masses of inspiration in mixing contemporary designs into an older property. Met the builder today and now can’t wait for it all to be completed. Look forward to the rest of the series.
Keep inspiring.
Fi x
George Clarke
on May 30th, 2009
@ 5:47 pm:

Fi I’m so pleased you’ve been inspired by the series. It means alot to me to know that it’s giving you the passion and enthusiasm to create a beautiful home. Email me a couple of low res pictures to show me what it looks like before you start the work…and then a few more shots when it’s done. Any worries during the build let me know and I’ll help where I can. Good luck! George x
George Clarke
on May 30th, 2009
@ 5:49 pm:

Tes I’ve responded to your message 3 times since yesterday and for some reason my iPhone is not happy about it…I’m going to send you a mini response this time to test it then I’ll try again if it works…I am in the middle of nowhere!!! x
George Clarke
on May 30th, 2009
@ 5:56 pm:

Tes…Great! It worked! Ok…yes it’s a tough course and even harder with kids but please don’t give up. Look into doing your part 2 diploma part time if possible. It will take longer but who cares. Honestly if you have kids I promise you that you’ll be better at time management and more disciplined about your work than most other students! And if you include your kids as much as possible while you are working (get them doing their own drawings and building their own models) it will be easier for you and more fun for them. I’m not saying it will be easy but nothing worthwhile doing ever is! Go for it and let me know how you get on. I wish you all the luck in the world! George x
George Clarke
on May 30th, 2009
@ 6:01 pm:

Tes…and also..while other students are wasting their time worrying (or going out!) your kids will force you to take welcome breaks and it will give you respite from the stresses of the course. Seriously, if you relax about it I think you will enjoy doing it…and your kids will be a help rather than a hindrance. George x
George Clarke
on May 30th, 2009
@ 6:08 pm:

Hi Jules. Thanks for leaving a message I appreciate it…and it great to hear from a fellow ‘washy’. Amazing we went to the same school too. All my family still live in Blackfell so I try and get back as often as I can…I’ve been shopping in the new retail park! Howdens kitchens are brilliant and they have been a great help during the series. I’ve just ordered one from your Pallion branch for the house I’ve just bought for my sister…it arrives in a few weeks. Thanks so much for watching the show…keep visiting the website and keep in touch..maybe a drink in Chevvies the next time I’m up…haha! x
Tes
on May 30th, 2009
@ 9:34 pm:

Hi george, thanx for the response… it’s funny cos i did all those things with my daughter during degree and she has turned out to be rather talented! little monkey’s better than me. Thanks for the advice and i’ll definitely check out the part time options at my university. can continue to work and earn a living that way too.
best of luck with the series,
Tes x
George Clarke
on May 31st, 2009
@ 9:41 am:

Tes, that’s really good news! It’s amazing how much kids love architecture! There are only so many universities that do architecture part time but there is so much flexibility in university courses now that I’m sure they’ll be adaptable. Good luck with the course…and don’t give up…you’ll do great!
George Clarke
on May 31st, 2009
@ 9:51 am:

Hi Anne…definately take the wall down between the living and the dining room! It’s a no-brainer! Get a structural engineer to check the wall first to make sure it’s not loadbearing. Draw out the plan of the space and do a few quick sketches to make sure you are designing the new space properly. It has to work as one complete space in terms of floor finished and decorating but it’s important to have the space work well as a series of independant zones. So if in the new space you have a tv area, a fire, a reading area and a dining area make sure that the furniture can be laid out correctly and the electric points are all in the right place etc. I’m not sure about having the bifold doors where the old wall was. I like a space to be as open and bright as possible but I can understand that, because of the way you and your family live, you may want the flexibility to divide the spaces when necessary. If I were you I’d create the new space, live in it for a while, then decide later if you really need the doors. You may find that you don’t need them then you’ll save alot of money. If you do put them in consider using glass panelled doors to bounce around light as much as possible while maintaining views through the rooms. I hope this helps! George x
Louise Alexandra
on Jun 1st, 2009
@ 8:17 am:

Hi George,
We are gearing up here on a freezing winters night in New Zealand waiting for you to come on the telly… You are our TV highlight of the week! We are about to move into our new home – an architecturally designed 1960s home (that’s an old home by NZ standards…) that desperately needs a facelift. We’ve been making notes of all your tips on the Home Show and are looking forward to moving in, and getting started….
Anyhow, just wanted to let you knowt hat you have two HUGE fans in NZ – keep up the great work.
Anne Vernal
on Jun 1st, 2009
@ 10:04 am:

Hi George

Many thanks for your reply about taking the wall down between the two rooms. You echo my thoughts entirely. Regarding the bifold doors, I was considering glass pannelled doors so that the two rooms plus conservatory could be viewed and it would also bring more light into the lounge. My next query (sorry about this) is that the lounge and dining room are decorated in cream colours but the lounge has carpet and the dining room has wood flooring. Would like to keep them this way – would this work, or would the two rooms require to have the same flooring

Thanks again for your advice and taking the time to reply.

Anne
jubes
on Jun 1st, 2009
@ 5:24 pm:

hi George, love the show especially the end part when you end up crying with home owners i love it . just putting you in my screen saver
so i dont have to wait a week to see your gorgeous smile
Didi Andrijic
on Jun 3rd, 2009
@ 2:03 pm:

Hi George
Just saw your show in Sydney OZ and loved it (Tue 2/6)..lucky home owners! I just wish you could be our Architect and we could give you the money you would need to do the job and let you do whatever you wanted and it would be perfect….actually much more than perfect!
Last year we bought a 125sqm converted attic on the promenade in Split, Croatia and have employed a so-called top Architect there. Six months later we received virtually the same plans back that we gave him initially, but he did draw them to scale, which ours weren’t.
We have definitely won the Jackpot engaging this Architect! But watching your show gives us inspiration and helps us keep the faith, in what we believe, will be a magnificent apartment one day. But…when did you say you were coming Down Under or to Croatia?
Best of luck with your TV show and by the looks of the comments people take the time to write to you they all love it as much as I d
Didi
George Clarke
on Jun 3rd, 2009
@ 3:23 pm:

jubes…thanks for the message…now you’re making me go slightly red! Gx
George Clarke
on Jun 3rd, 2009
@ 3:27 pm:

Anne, the 2 rooms definately need the same flooring. Why don’t you run the wood flooring through the entire space (easier to clean) and put rugs down in key areas to soften the space underfoot? Keep visiting the site and join the Forum’s if you have time. They are growing by the day. George x
George Clarke
on Jun 3rd, 2009
@ 3:32 pm:

Hi Louise. So glad you’re watching in New Zealand! I’ve never been there but would love to see the place one day…it sounds so beautiful! Good luck with the new house too. Send me a few low res pictures of the house before you start the work and a couple when you have finished. I’d love to see the transformation! Keep watching and join the Forums on my site if you get a chance. Thanks for the message. I really appreciate it. George x
George Clarke
on Jun 3rd, 2009
@ 3:42 pm:

Didi, thanks for your email. I’m a massive fan of Croatia! Its a beautiful place and I’ve taken my family on holiday there every year for the last 3 years. I loved it so much I bought a stunning plot of land on the Island of Brac and I’m just about to start work building our new house…I’m addicted to building! Can’t wait! The promenade in Split is very beautiful too and I hope your apartment will live up to ‘The Home Show’ standard! Good luck with the build and thank you for watching the show. Hopefully I’ll make it to Sydney one day. George
Didi Andrijic
on Jun 3rd, 2009
@ 11:41 pm:

Brac… wow – a beautiful place – Heaven on Earth! We holiday on the Island of Korcula each summer and are also in love with the country, but we live on the next best island in the world…the Island of Australia! Next time you are in Split look out for the beautiful building on the promenade that displays all the flags (it houses Foreign Embassies & Split Bank) – that’s the place. Thank you so much for taking the time to write back. You have obviously been blessed by God in many ways but most of all by your family…that is the most important building project of our life! Hope you do come to Sydney one day, I know the Aussies would receive you with open arms! Didi
Anne Vernal
on Jun 4th, 2009
@ 12:53 pm:

Hi George

Many thanks for taking the time to reply to my enquiry about the flooring in the two rooms – will definitely take your advice regarding rugs. Looking forward to the programmes in this series and always manage to pick up a few tips – enjoy the interior design part of the programme also. If you are ever in Glasgow, I will buy you a drink to thank you.

Anne
Gill
on Jun 4th, 2009
@ 8:01 pm:

George

You are scrumptious!

The big question is…………….Sunderland or Newcastle?
SarahC
on Jun 4th, 2009
@ 8:06 pm:

Hi George,

I absolutely love your show and tonight was fantastic – I loved the kitchen space! You really do make a difference to people’s lives by making the amazing changes to their homes ;o) Well done and keep it up, Sarah XX
Laila
on Jun 4th, 2009
@ 8:07 pm:

Enjoyed todays show, the broken bedroom door was hilarious…I think it may have been the ex girlfriend! hehehe

George Clarke- Best looking man on TV! : D

xx
Jackie
on Jun 4th, 2009
@ 8:27 pm:

George, wow, just watched tonight’s episode of the Home Show from Biggin-Hill for Lee’s home make-over. You were brave staying the night in there weren’t you!!! Yet another stunning transformation though. Love, love, love the show, and the distinctive George Clarke voice! x
Pamz
on Jun 4th, 2009
@ 8:50 pm:

Hello,

Just wanted to say, saw the show tonight and absolutely loved it. You are the best.
Mollie
on Jun 5th, 2009
@ 6:52 am:

Hi Geroge I’ve recently emailed you. I’m a great fan and love all of your work you do and hope one day become an architect to. Mollie
Hema
on Jun 5th, 2009
@ 1:38 pm:

Hi George,
I wanted to congratulate you on the programme last night, it was fabulously done and what a beautiful kitchen you put in….!!
I think you are one of a few rare that consciously engages a 100% with your clients requirements and needs and it is a refreshing change to all the usual gimmicky house programmes that are out there at the moment. Your programme creates a wonderful balance between you meeting the clients needs and your incredible vision and design of the property which amazes me every time! I seemed to get drawn in to your world…..although it might also have something to do with your tone of voice…which is very infectious!!! ….where on earth did it come from..? Hema x
jubes
on Jun 5th, 2009
@ 4:50 pm:

another great show last night lee’s bachelor pad was amazing, he seemed a really nice guy it was so good to see him with a lovely house I hope he enjoys his new home. looking forward to next weeks look like there could be some fire works if that woman doesn’t get what she wants!!!!!
Kim
on Jun 5th, 2009
@ 4:53 pm:

Am really enjoying the new series. It makes such a change to see people falling in love with their own homes again rather than seaching for a new one. My husband and I are about to spend a major bulk of our savings on two new (very plush!) bathrooms which is a bit scary but I know will bring us a huge amount of pleasure, especially now we have a young daughter. We are leaving it all to the professionals which is a real luxury after years of DIY in other areas of our cottage. I think your show helps people to think about their space in new ways which isnt always the easiest thing to do!
Kim X
Christine
on Jun 6th, 2009
@ 6:16 pm:

Hi George
I’ve only recently discovered the Home Show. Its really opened my eyes as to how much simple changes can basically make a house with snags a working home. You’ve show in every episode how you can adapt a house to work for the individual needs. I’m looking to buy my first house – your show has helped me look at houses in a completely different way! Thank you!
Elaine
on Jun 6th, 2009
@ 6:29 pm:

Hi Geogre. Think you have inspired a nation with your talent! Love your ideas and your passion for your work – It’s so refreshing to watch!
Anyway I would love to pick your brains about an option in our renovation. We have attic bedrooms with velux windows(permission was refused for dormers at the time) but are hoping to extend into a new garage and first floor extension with dormers ( as finally permission has been granted for other houses on the street!) So would you say it was worth while adding dormers into the existing bedroom with the velux or is it wasted money on a fairly tight budget? Thanks and looking forward to the next episode!
Sarah
on Jun 7th, 2009
@ 2:08 pm:

Hi George

The Home Show is a real breath of fresh air and your flair for changing properties is amazing!! Please keep making more!!

We live in Germany and are civilians supporting the British Army out here – so we live in very horribly designed married quarters, which are severely lacking in space and a decent layout. If ever you fancy a challenge then we would love to hear from you!!!

Take care and keep up the good work.

Sass
xx
Sally
on Jun 7th, 2009
@ 8:03 pm:

George Clarke, you are the only bloke i know who can reduce me to tears whilst watching a home improvement programme god damn it. Of course when i use the words home improvements, your show is obviously so much more than that. The thing i like about you that separates you from certain other chaps on tv is that instead of being patronising you genuinely care about the people you work with and that is why i never miss any of your shows. Keep em comin and take care hun xxxxxxx
George Clarke
on Jun 7th, 2009
@ 9:54 pm:

Sally, so good to hear from you. I probably cry at the ‘reveal’ days just as much as you do watching the show. Sorry for reducing you to tears, but as you say, I genuinely care about the people I do work for and the buildings I transform. It means everything to me that they get the home they deserve. Thank you so much for watching and I hope I don’t make you cry so much next week! Gx
George Clarke
on Jun 7th, 2009
@ 9:58 pm:

Thanks Sarah (Sass). Thank you so much for supporting the British Army too! An incredible job! I’d love to sort out where you live but I’m not sure the MOD would be happy about that. We have another 9 shows to go in the series (6 new programmes and 3 revisits where I go back to see if the redesign stood the test of being lived in) so please keep watching. Lots of love. George x
George Clarke
on Jun 7th, 2009
@ 10:05 pm:

Hi Elaine, if the budget is tight then Veluxs are absolutely fine…I have them in my house and they are brilliant…but if your budget can stretch then definitely build the dormers…they not only give a better view out, but add so much more space to a room…thank you so much for your message…(inspired a nation!!!!!)…thats quite a compliment! Gx
George Clarke
on Jun 7th, 2009
@ 10:07 pm:

Hi Christine…if my programmes have inspired you to look at houses in a completely different way then they are worth making! I wish you luck in finding your first house…it sounds to me like you deserve it!…make it beautiful. Gx
George Clarke
on Jun 7th, 2009
@ 10:11 pm:

Hi Hema…its a bizarre mix of a Sunderland accent combined with living in London for the past 13 years…sorry its infectious! Thank you so much for all of your kind words…they mean alot. Please keep watching and try and contribute to the Forums on my website when you can. I’m really keen to hear your views on homes and architecture. If you can put up with my accent for the next 9 weeks then keep watching. Love. George x
George Clarke
on Jun 7th, 2009
@ 10:13 pm:

Mollie, i’m sorry if I missed your email. Its been a pretty hectic few weeks and some may have unintentionally slipped through the net. Work hard to become an architect. Any advice you need…get in touch and I’ll do my best to help. George x
George Clarke
on Jun 7th, 2009
@ 10:13 pm:

Gill…thanks for your message………………..Sunderland x
George Clarke
on Jun 7th, 2009
@ 10:15 pm:

Thanks for watching Sarah…architecture is nothing without people to bring it alive…if my designs can in anyway change people’s lives then I’m a very very happy man! George xxx
George Clarke
on Jun 7th, 2009
@ 10:16 pm:

Laila…I’m not sure about that!…but thank you so much for the compliment! Keep watching! George xxx
George Clarke
on Jun 7th, 2009
@ 10:19 pm:

Thanks Jackie…I should be in bed now as I’m doing a big reveal tomorrow, but I thought I’d burn the midnight oil and do a few replies. Lee’s place was great in the end…it took alot of hard work by all of my team but it was worth it. A really lovely bloke. I pleased you loved the transformation. Keep watching. George x
George Clarke
on Jun 7th, 2009
@ 10:21 pm:

Thanks Pamz!…we have some great families and (hopefully) great homes to show you in the rest of the series…9 more programmes to go. I’m doing the 4th ‘reveal’ tomorrow for a family in Chalfont………I hope they like it!!!!!!!! The pressure is on to get all of the builds finished in time! Lots of love. George x
George Clarke
on Jun 7th, 2009
@ 10:29 pm:

Hi Kim, thank you for watching…you’re right, space is such a tricky thing to deal with but I’m hoping the show is inspiring people to make the right decisions…good luck with your posh bathrooms!…it sounds like you’ll be fine…just keep a close eye on your builders and try not to compromise! remember…you’re the boss! George x
Mollie
on Jun 8th, 2009
@ 11:47 am:

Hi George ill resend my email and hope that you get it this time!
Jackie
on Jun 8th, 2009
@ 8:15 pm:

Pleased the big reveal went well today, must be a great buzz when your hard work pays off! Is the dining table in the picture from Indigo? They do the most amazing furniture, we have loads of it in our house, almost too much as I love it so much.
Eleonora
on Jun 10th, 2009
@ 4:19 pm:

Hi George!

Just to say that you have a big fan in Rome, Italy.

Ciao!
lynn arthington
on Jun 10th, 2009
@ 6:29 pm:

Hi George

Googled you originally to find out where abouts in the North East you hale from as I’m a Durham lass living in Manchester and I find your vioce compforting as it reminds me of home. That would be reason enough to watch the show, but on top of that I find your show inspirational. So much so, that after the first series we moved out of our own home that we’d lived in for 12 years and had it refurbished. We had great builders and the whole process only took 7 weeks. Not as spectacular as your projects but we are proud of ourselves for biting the bullet and it’s thanks to you for giving us a gentle push in the right direction. We get a warm glow when we watch your show. You come across to be very genuine and a truely caring bloke. Well done to you and all your team and thank you. x.x.x
Zane Cozens
on Jun 11th, 2009
@ 7:52 am:

George
You are one clever man. Really impressed with the way you understand people and spaces. You are a genuine and an exceptionally creative person – keep it up.
George Clarke
on Jun 11th, 2009
@ 9:17 am:

Zane, Thanks very much!…very kind. Thank you for watching. Try and watch tonight’s show if you can…its a good one! George
George Clarke
on Jun 11th, 2009
@ 9:27 am:

Hi Lynn. That is such a lovely message. Thank you. Great to hear from a Durham lass…one of the best cities in England and Durham Cathedral is one of my favourite building in the world. I’m so glad you were inspired by my first series to transform your home. Well done you! Its a brave step but it sounds like the results were impressive. You should be very proud of your self. Send me a couple of before and after shots. I’d love to see it. Thanks so much for watching and keep coming back to leave comments on the site. Watch tonight if you can. George x
George Clarke
on Jun 11th, 2009
@ 9:28 am:

Thanks Eleonora! Keep watching….George x
jill
on Jun 11th, 2009
@ 7:37 pm:

hello George!

Two things – first I love your show and am also looking forward to the new series on Five.

Second…do you take commissions in Scotland? My parents home badly needs your help, they have had no luck finding a local architect whose ideas they like. They are also nervous about project management since my father works away from home and the house probably needs structural work. It was built in 1865. Please let me know!

Love watching you! Jill
Rachel Walton
on Jun 11th, 2009
@ 8:02 pm:

Hello George Clarke!
Thought I would drop a line as I went to school with you! (my name was Rachel James then,- twin of Emma, we had history together). I wanted to say congratulations on your successes! Also, to ask a small favour. I teach Year 6 at Hylton Red House in Sunderland and today I was trying to get across the importance of looking carefully at shapes and angles and drawing them very accurately. The best real-life application for this I could think of was architecture. I would like to tell them about you and the fact that you are a local lad and show them how well you stick in! Could you post a comment for them to that effect? Sorry to be cheeky, but they would love it and they are fab.
Thank you in advance
Rachel Walton (nee James)
Hayley
on Jun 11th, 2009
@ 8:26 pm:

Hi George,

Have just discovered the home show and I absolutely love it, such a great episode tonight, a very challenging, erm, challenge… Everyone on the show always looks so thrilled, somewhat stunned I guess you could say, but definitely always thrilled like they can’t believe what’s been created for them.. All very heart warming and lovely

Hopefully there’s a 3rd series in the pipeline?
x
Rosbard
on Jun 11th, 2009
@ 8:32 pm:

Enjoy the show. Couple of questions:
Do you do all the planning work entirely yourself on the show or are there other architects involved?
Is it really you replying to these messages? (where do you find the time and can I have some!)
How can I find out about local architects who are good, reliable etc? Is there a professional association that would list recommended members, that sort of thing.
Hema
on Jun 12th, 2009
@ 12:36 am:

George! you did it again! I had my eyes screwed and fists clenched before the reveal. it goes to show a simple design was all that was needed to let all that natural light burst through the house. I have learnt so much from my first house I bought. When we got the keys to the house we walked in armed with a big hammer and not champagne! We tore the wall down between the kitchen and dining room in minutes which faced out onto decking and huge garden. It turned the long, dark rooms into a fabulously light, warm glowing room. Even now when people walk in they just don’t expect to see the size and light in the room. we had new electrics, re-plastered, removed a door and designed & installed our own kitchen, it was a hands-on experience and loved it.
So for you to see the triumph and adoration in the people’s faces at the reveal must be multiplied a 100 times over! I think decades from now, they will always remember you as the incredible man that changed their lives!! I have always been intrigued with interior designing and I think it ’s crucial to get it right as it does make or break a room; but the hardest thing is I think is spotting that statement piece for the room and then complimenting it with a mix of fabrics, textures and colour. One of the things your show does for me is to see how the marriage between these three can come together so easily and I would love to conquer it for myself one day!
erm…..also….can I be the first to petition for some more naked George bathtub moments in the shows!!…please. Hema x
George Clarke
on Jun 12th, 2009
@ 7:30 am:

Hi Jed. No me and my office do all of the design and planning work on every single project. Me and my project manager, Mark, have complete control to make sure everything is designed and built the way I want it. I also have a brilliant team of stylists who I work very closely with to provide the finishing touches. They do a fantastic job! There are no other architects involved whatsoever. Where do I find the time? Lots and lots of hard work and long hours. And yes this is me…not quite sure how I prove that to you but yes its definitely me. Its not on for someone to pretend to be me and answer genuine messages from people who have given their time to watch my programmes and visit my site. I try to respond to as many messages as I possibly can. You can contact the Royal Institute of British Architects. They have a database of architects to suit the size and type of project in your area. Give them a call. George
George Clarke
on Jun 12th, 2009
@ 7:32 am:

Hayley, thank you so much for watching. It means alot to me to hear such positive comments on the website. No third series planned at the moment…that is up to channel 4 and not me unfortunately. George x
Rosbard
on Jun 12th, 2009
@ 9:14 am:

Thanks for the reply and info. Impressed that the show is all it seems in terms of the work involved and who does it. Perhaps not always the case with shows of this type but it seems realisitc and honest which is important for us watching and anyone considering work in their home.
Painting the area white at the start is a really interesting way of approaching a project and it’s always surprising what a difference it makes in how you see a space.
Regards,
Ros
Sarah
on Jun 12th, 2009
@ 9:16 am:

Hi George, what a truly fantastic job you do! It must be so rewarding, and you really do come over as being one of the loveliest people you could wish to meet. Last nights episode was amazing, just like all the others! Really hope channel 4 make a third series…wish you could come to my house! Love Sarah xxx
Matt
on Jun 12th, 2009
@ 9:36 am:

Hi George… another fantastic programme last night.
Absolutely lived the kitchen and open lounge design – truly stunning!
Great to watch how you continue to take on board everything that the clients require and always go that one step further to blow their minds!
PLEASE Channel 4 make sure you progress with plans for a 3rd series! Matt
George Clarke
on Jun 12th, 2009
@ 11:43 am:

Matt, thanks for the support. I’ll try and make sure channel 4 listen to your demands! cheers mate. George
George Clarke
on Jun 12th, 2009
@ 11:46 am:

Hi Sarah, thank you so much for watching the show and your lovely comments. I’m very grateful. Last night was a very tricky show but we managed to pull it off…we’ve got 2 revisits next week and the week after and then a solid run off 5 new builds. I’m up against it…but a bit of pressure keeps you going! George x
George Clarke
on Jun 12th, 2009
@ 12:08 pm:

Rachel!!!!! How are you! That has made my day hearing from you…absolutely amazing! Those History lessons at Oxclose School seem such a long time ago (I suppose because it was!!!!) I hope you are well and enjoying teaching at Hylton Red House.

So this is a message for all of Rachel Walton’s pupils at HYLTON RED HOUSE. There are probably lots of days where you prefer not to be at school and somewhere else. I know I had lots of days like that. But please remember that all of the hard work you put in at school now is laying the foundations for YOUR FUTURE! Its up to you to have the drive and passion to make something of your life. Your teachers will do everything to help and support you (that is why they work so hard and love teaching!) but at the end of the day the responsibility for your future lies with YOU. I always wanted to be an architect but NEVER EVER thought I would be able to do it. But I know I would be able to give myself a chance if I worked hard and stuck in at school. I did and it paid off. Step by step I achieved the grades I needed. I was nowhere near being the brightest kid at school so i knew it was going to be hard but i got my head down and got on with it. Working hard at school was the best thing I ever did. If i didn’t, there is no way on earth that I would be in the position I’m in today. And if your teachers see that you are keen to do well, no matter how much you may be struggling, they will work even harder to push you along. Teaching is a team effort. The harder you work the better your teachers can teach you. Work hard year 6 and everyone else at the school and push to achieve whatever you want in life. Whatever your dreams are YOU CAN MAKE THEM HAPPEN! Good luck to all of you at Hylton Red House! Take care. George x
George Clarke
on Jun 12th, 2009
@ 12:31 pm:

Hi Jill. Thanks for watching. Just to be 100% clear (as there are alot of rumours going around on the web) unfortunately I’m no longer the presenter for Build A New Life on Five. I loved making the series and established the brand over 3 years, but when I left Five over 2 years ago to go to Channel 4 they needed to find a new presenter. He’s not as good (joking!) but hey..what can you do! LOL! I moved to channel 4 as they are the best channel for architecture, buildings and property but this unfortunately meant I had to walk away from the Build A New Life series. This was a shame as I loved it…but leaving Five was the right decision. I truly wish the Build A New Life team the best of luck with the new series and their new presenter.

Yes, my office do take on private commissions but it depends on what the project is. Please send further information about the property and your budget to mail@clarkedesai.com and we will contact you. Thanks so much for watching The Home Show! George x
christine
on Jun 12th, 2009
@ 1:10 pm:

Wicked show last night george. Really loved the art room in the garden – clever use of space!! The line “our marriage depends on this” was a classic – not much pressure?!
Is there any books around that you’d recommend? I’m a total novice to houses! But really dont want to settle for a new house that just doesnt work for me!
Hammy Lund
on Jun 12th, 2009
@ 2:21 pm:

Hi George
Oh George I must just write to say how much I am enjoying your show on telly.
I love everything you do and your twinkling eyes bring so much joy to my life.
I wish that I had a wall to knock down and therefore be able to talk to you about it but I haven’t so this is just an email to say keep up the good work.
(I am not bonkers, just a fan!)
Best regards, Hammy Lund x
Heidi
on Jun 12th, 2009
@ 5:28 pm:

Hi George

I am loving the home show, I am hooked to see what you are going to do and it always looks fab! I really thought the couple last night were not going to like any changes , must have been so hard for him to let go but you created a wonderful home for them!

I loved watching you on build a new home but love this program even more!
George Clarke
on Jun 15th, 2009
@ 1:40 pm:

Heidi, thank you for your lovely email. I was worried about the programme too. I wasn’t sure at all if they would like it but thankfully they loved it…and still do I hear (I didn’t know my new dentist was good friends with them and he said they are ecstatic!…thats lucky…otherwise it could have been painful for me in the dentist’s chair!!!!! Unfortunately, I no longer present Build A New Life in the Country. I loved making the show but when I moved to channel 4 I could no longer make a channel five series. A shame…but onwards and upwards. They have a new presenter for Build A New Life but he isn’t as good…only joking!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Thank you for watching Heidi…keep in touch. Georgex
George Clarke
on Jun 15th, 2009
@ 1:42 pm:

Hammy, you sound bonkers but whats wrong with that! Shame you haven’t got a wall to knock down…I could soon arrange it if you are struggling to make a decision! Thank you so much for watching the show and taking the time to leave me a message. I’m incredibly grateful (if the show brings joy to people’s life then it has got to be worth doing!!!!) Please keep watching and coming back to the web site….George x
jubes
on Jun 15th, 2009
@ 4:18 pm:

george
please please please tell us you are going to be doing a calendar for next year, OMG can you imagine i’m so looking forward to xmas now
oh great show last week again nearly forgot to mention that
vicky
on Jun 15th, 2009
@ 7:10 pm:

Hi George
my husband and I are blown away each week by what you manage to achieve – you really seem to get to grips with what people want. Its great to see how you make a difference to peoples lives.
We have recently purchased a listed house and derelict barns all in a very bad state of repair. we want to start renovations and have emailed the home show but the response tells us you are finished for the season. We wondered what your timings are for new prospective clients for the home show or other tv ventures – or how to go about using your services.
Would be great to hear from you
Vicky & Bruce
Suzanne
on Jun 15th, 2009
@ 8:47 pm:

Hi George.
Just wanted to say that I greatly enjoyed the first series of the home show and looked forward to this series and it does not disappoint! I think your friendly down-to-earth manner makes it all the better (as highly educated people often seem to be a bit intimidating or patronising on tv shows). I really enjoy listening to your lovely Geordie-type accent and you are very easy on the eye too for us ladies!
Wishing your successful career is long-lasting.
Suzanne from Birkenhead x
George Clarke
on Jun 16th, 2009
@ 8:30 am:

Thanks Suzanne. I’m so grateful that you are following the series and thank you for very kind comments. I’m very proud of the series and there is nothing more rewarding than seeing the families come through the door and be over the moon about what i’ve done…all of the feedback I’m getting from them is that it truly is life changing! We have done this with my architectural practice for years…its great that the experience can now be shared with so many people like you. Thanks for watching. George xxx
George Clarke
on Jun 16th, 2009
@ 8:34 am:

Hi Vicky, thanks for your message. Yes we have all of our stories for series 2 but when the 3rd series is commissioned we will be looking for new stories. If you contact Tiger Aspect productions and ask for Elise on the Home Show team she will send you the relevant forms to apply. Your project sounds very exciting. If you want to commission my practice to do the work for you send your details and information about the property, your budget etc to bobby@clarkedesai.com. He is my business partner and deals with all new project enquiries. Hopefully we will hear from you soon. Thanks for watching! George x
Rachel
on Jun 16th, 2009
@ 4:39 pm:

Hi George just wanted to say thankyou for your fantastic show, I hope C4 recommision you for a third series. I’ve learnt more stuff from The Home Show than all the other property shows put together and you’re definitely the nicest property presenter!! You’ve inspired me to get on with sorting out my home and I’ve made some plans but I’m pretty rubbish at visualising how it will work. I’m knocking together a back living room, utility, bathroom and part of the hallway to make one big family room opening out on to the south-facing garden with bifold doors(sound familiar?!)). The kitchen will be down one wall and dining area at the garden end with casual seating at the other end. It will be just under 14’ by 25’and I’m not sure whether this is going to be too corridor-like. I could get a few extra feet from the side return, but I’m not sure whether I can really afford it (my budget is extremely tight)……do you think this sounds a workable size? Also its very hard to see how light it will be – it has v high ceilings and nearly the whole back wall will be glass to the south-facing garden and there’s also a door and windows to the side return (although my other half has just read your article on using glass and wants to replace them with something swish). Finally, do you think it’s worth moving the kitchen to the opposite side of the room from the services, to save a really stunning period fireplace?….Sorry for the long post!! Best wishes, Rachelx
Andrea
on Jun 16th, 2009
@ 11:38 pm:

Love the new series of the Home show. It’s great to see a mackem doing well!
Keep up the good work x
George Clarke
on Jun 17th, 2009
@ 6:44 pm:

Andrea…thanks or your message..I assume you are a fellow mackem? Gx
George Clarke
on Jun 17th, 2009
@ 6:55 pm:

Rachel, thanks for watching the show. Very grateful. Obviously without seeing the exact existing plan its difficult to make specific comments but I’ll give it a go!…The room size sounds fine to me. Obviously a side return would add more space but if you have a tight budget then its not an option. With a smaller space you have to be even more precise with your decisions but in principle the size of room sounds ok. The kitchen down one side is the write move with this proportion of room. If you put in any right angle returns it will make it feel even smaller….but you may want to run kitchen units so far down the length of the space and then change the depth of units less deep to give you cutlery, plates, wine glass storage towards the dining table end of the room which will give you a sense of more width towards the garden end of the plan. The glass being south facing is the best you will get but is there any opportunity to open up the side wall anywhere to get in more light at the darker part of the plan? It sounds like a shame to lose the fireplace but if it means you have a bad kitchen layout then it has to go but try your hardest to make the plan work with it in place…a real working fire in the space will be amazing. It sounds to me like you have learned alot from the show!!!! Your on the right tracks…definitely….Good luck with the build! George x
Rachel
on Jun 18th, 2009
@ 12:50 pm:

George- thanks so much for taking the time to reply, that’s really useful advice. I’ll send you a pic when we’ve finished! Rachel x
Pam Mason
on Jun 19th, 2009
@ 9:30 am:

Hi George – I love the Home Show, you’re doing a great job. One question though, in these times of reduce, reuse and recycle, how much effort is put into doing that with the unwanted fixtures & fittings from the home’s you feature? Last night’s had what looked like a perfectly good bathroom basin being sledgehammered, and I just cringed! Same goes for kitchen cupboards being skipped. What about Freecycle?

PS. Husband’s a Geordie, and I think there’s another word that accompanies ‘Mackem’, but I’ll leave the rivalry there lol:)

Love Pam x
Paul
on Jun 19th, 2009
@ 12:32 pm:

The real treat in last night’s show was seeing George’s lovely hairy chest in the shower. Great programe, great presenter.
Penny
on Jun 19th, 2009
@ 2:21 pm:

Hi George
I am 13 and want to be an Architect , can yo advise me on the courses I should take and which university I should go to. Also is it possible to get some work experience with you company.

I also love the new show and the way you approach things.

Regards
Penny
Peter
on Jun 19th, 2009
@ 6:18 pm:

Hi George

Great new series. My only question is – when do you next get your shirt off? Another shower perhaps? lol.

Pete
Sally
on Jun 20th, 2009
@ 11:33 am:

Hi George,
I had to write and let you know how brilliant I think The home Show is. I loved the revisit to the house in Brixton, it was my favourite from series 1(probably because it is most similar to mine). After waiting two and a half years to actually moved into our home (In that time we spent months discussing what we wanted to do with it, mentally knocking down walls and changing walk in cupboards into en suites, opening up the loft and adding extensions) and now having lived in it for nearly 3 years, to our shame we have done practically nothing. The fear of actually doing it stopping us all this time. Your show has given us the confidence and motivation that we really needed. We took a weekend down in London and visited Grand Designs Live and were lucky enough to catch your seminar which was excellent! (We took your advice and tried to visit the Sit John Soane’s museum but it was closed).

We are about to start approaching Architects but are we better telling them what we think we want first or telling them what doesn’t work and let them come up with their ideas first? Also would an Architect draw up plans for the whole house even if we have to actually do it bits at a time?

Keep up with the good work and I hope there are many more series of The Home Show to come!

Sal
Louisa
on Jun 20th, 2009
@ 10:15 pm:

George…..totally loving The Home Show and never miss one…….!
You make so many people happy….
It’s a great show and very inspirational…
Keep up the good work Goerge…
Oh and can we see you bashing down a few more walls, hahaha particularly like that part.!!
Louisa x
Nicola
on Jun 21st, 2009
@ 8:30 am:

Just thought I’d let you know – I LOVE your show. I don’t watch alot of TV, but I make sure I have ‘The Home Show’ set to record on my V+ box so I never miss it and then when I have the time, I love to sit down and watch your show – my little indulgence! Plus………… is always nice for us girls to see a fit bloke get in a bath or shower!! Keep the shows coming. xx
George Clarke
on Jun 21st, 2009
@ 8:13 pm:

Hi Pam. Its a valid point. Alot of the sanitaryware is in a worse state than you might think and often can’t be taken out without causing damage. We do try and recycle where we can and often the kitchen units are given away to people locally to use for storage. Saying all of that I think we can do a lot better…I’ll push to Freecycle more in the next series. Thanks for watching. George x
George Clarke
on Jun 21st, 2009
@ 8:14 pm:

Paul…thanks for watching the show and your lovely comments…can’t stand my hairy chest though! George
George Clarke
on Jun 21st, 2009
@ 8:19 pm:

Hi Penny. I’m so pleased you want to be an architect. For me it is more of a way of life than a job. Its an amazing profession! For architecture you need a broad range of GCSE’s. You need the standard stuff like Maths and English and a broad science subject (in my day I did Modular Science which mixed Chem, Phys and Biol all together) and then lots of arts/design subjects. A Level arts/design along with english and a science will be good. University wise they are all good. It depends where you are based now and where you would like to be. I went to Newcastle first and then university college london. London has an amazing range. But there are so many great schools….Bath, Nottingham, Glasgow…to many to mention. Good luck! Its hard work but well worth it! George x
George Clarke
on Jun 21st, 2009
@ 8:21 pm:

Peter…not for a while I think…the last time was embarrassing enough! George x
George Clarke
on Jun 21st, 2009
@ 8:30 pm:

Hi Sal…thanks for watching the show and coming to see me at Grand Designs Live! You should write a brief of what you want before your architect shows up. Be as specific as possible about what YOU want and YOUR way of life. If you want to do a few sketches over your estate agents plans (if you have them) then that will move things along. Your architect should understand that your sketches aren’t necessarily the ‘design’ but a means of briefing him/her about what might like. Your architect should then develop a design for the entire house and a phasing strategy for how this can be built if you are doing it ‘bit by bit’. If they don’t understand and their ego takes over then don’t use them. At that point contact my office and we will do it for you! mail@clarkedesai.com. About 50% of our work comes from clients who are disappointed by their architect and then give us the job! Good luck and I hope it goes well. No new series of The Home Show planned yet….I’ll let you know when it happens….Restoration Man is my new series out in the Autumn along with a Home Show ‘Special’…George x
George Clarke
on Jun 21st, 2009
@ 8:32 pm:

Hi Louisa, thanks for the message (this is me by the way…late Sunday night with a fine glass of wine in hand)…I’m pleased you are being inspired. Please keep watching and I’ll try and knock down a few walls for you! George xxx
George Clarke
on Jun 21st, 2009
@ 8:34 pm:

Nicola!…now I’m blushing! Thanks for watching the show. I’m so grateful especially when you say you watch very little TV. It means alot. This series runs all the way through until the 6th August. A mix of new shows and revisits. Keep watching if you can. George xxx
Louisa
on Jun 21st, 2009
@ 9:24 pm:

….thanks for the reply George….! Oh I beleive it’s you ……But hey how
do you manage your time so well….working, teaching, family and replying to all these emails…? Impressive……

I guess men can multi-task too……..hehe…
….Louisa…x
Chrissy
on Jun 23rd, 2009
@ 5:40 pm:

just seen the new pictures you have showing on the home page! Blue is def your colour George, you should wear it more often! Or more shower scenes….your choice
Loving the shows!! XX
George Clarke
on Jun 24th, 2009
@ 8:15 pm:

Chrissy…why thank you…I think I’ll stick to blue shirts and jumpers rather than shower scenes! George x
Chrissy
on Jun 25th, 2009
@ 7:35 pm:

just watching the show George….wrong blue tonight. Cobolt blue please, however grey T-shirt with sledgehammer is a very very close second favourite! If you ever do a house in Wales – please please please can i come slegdehammer a wall?? x
Charl
on Jun 25th, 2009
@ 8:00 pm:

Hi George,
Great show tonight! I have recently purchased a house and your style has really inspired me. Thanks for a great show, and by the way how tall are you? Curious as you always seem a lot taller than people you work for.
Angie Tighe
on Jun 26th, 2009
@ 7:31 pm:

Hi George ! Can I just say how much I really enjoy watching your shows, you are fantastic at what you do and its lovely watching your clients reactions when they return to their homes after you have performed your magic ! I have a question for you though, and its not about houses so you might think its a bit strange ! but where did you get your georgeous wrist watch from? my husband goes mad when he sees you wearing it as he is a watch man and just loves big watches and just goes on about how nice it is! its the silver one with the large face which you wear on most of the episodes, I think its got ROVO written on it.

Love watching your shows, keep up the good work, dont know what we’d do without you !
George Clarke
on Jun 27th, 2009
@ 7:48 am:

Hi Charl…so pleased that you have been inspired by the show. I’m very grateful that you have taken time out to watch it. I’m 6ft 2inches tall…everyone says I’m much taller than they thought….George x
George Clarke
on Jun 27th, 2009
@ 8:04 am:

Angie, thanks for your email and thank you for watching the shows. I’m very grateful. The watch is a Revo model RVO1301, but they are very difficult to find these days as they don’t make them anymore. I’m a huge watch fan myself and I’ve recently got my hands on the new Bell&Ross BR 01-94 Titanium watch which I absolutely love…you’ll see it on screen over the next few weeks. Take care…George x
Nicky
on Jun 27th, 2009
@ 10:40 am:

Hi George,

I have to say that I’m a avid fan of most house makeover shows…well, I say a fan, I watch them until the ‘up their own arse’ presenter irritates the life out of me with their patronising and condesending comments to the poor home owners!
Then along comes a certain George Clarke…..
Firstly, wow…strikingly gorgeous with eyes to die for! But I DID manage to put that aside for a while (honest!) and see a totally different approach in the world of makeover. Instead of telling them what they should have, or imposing your own tastes, you LISTEN and impliment your understanding of what they want and need….how very refreshing!!!
I’m totally hooked…..and on the program

Nicky xx
p.s. please tell me you’re single and desparately seeking a redhead in kent??? lol
Angie Tighe
on Jun 27th, 2009
@ 12:56 pm:

Hi George ! thank you so much for getting back to me and so quickly too ! Its great that you actually reply to people yourself, its so much more personal and I certainly really appreciate it !

Thats a shame they don’t make those watches any more, bummer! but ive had a look at the Bell&Ross one – wow its fantastic ! My husband said he’s gonna have to save his pennies for one of those !

Have a great weekend, hope you don’t end up working all of it and manage to have a few beers and spend time with your family !
x
Anna Maria Slater
on Jun 28th, 2009
@ 5:51 pm:

Hi George,
I am a mature student studying interior design and we are currently studying modern designers/architects. I have decided to do my essay on you, as I love The Home Show and I really like the way you are so passionate about designing homes to suit the way people live. Have you any more info on what inspires you and any advice for me in starting my own Interior Design business. Look forward to hearing from you.
Anne
on Jun 29th, 2009
@ 7:39 pm:

Hi George;

Just a quick note to say that I love watching your shows (in Canada). You bring together a great mixture of aesthetics, building and lifestyle that makes me stop whatever I’m doing to watch. The fact that you’re the best looking man on television comes into it as well, I must admit.

I also appreciate the fact that you seem be genuinely sympathetic to the homeowners – in spite of their occaisional foibles. BTW, did the man ever finish his Victorian watertower?

In closing, I just want to say that my favourite part of your show (esp. Build a New Life in the Country) is when you celebrate the dream of life change and the courage involved. I’m going through something life-changing myself, and I always take courage when I hear your testimonial. I always seem to hear it when I need it the most.

I hope to see you for many years to come.

luv

Anne
Suz
on Jun 30th, 2009
@ 6:05 pm:

Hi George
Hope you’ve had an interesting couple of days down on the South coast. Was great to meet you yesterday when you looked around school – well done for having a school dinner!! Can’t wait to see what ideas and designs you have for the building.
Hayley Anthony
on Jul 2nd, 2009
@ 8:34 pm:

Hi George,

Just a note to say how much we utterly love the show – it’s the only ‘homey’ show that me and my husband actually watch together. My husband usually grumbles at home makeovers etc but he’s glued to this one as much as me and it’s so nice to watch something together! Thank you!! Really love your work and just love the reveal every week and seeing your clients’ reactions. Well done for your fab work.

Hayley, Darlington, Co. Durham
Christine Smith
on Jul 3rd, 2009
@ 10:28 am:

Hi George. I love the Home show, just as I love Build a New Life (it’s not the same without you). Last night’s program was the best ever! What a transformation to the kitchen!! How my mother and I would love such a space. And the family were SO delighted – I don’t think I have ever seen a family more delighted! I do wish the program was on every week. My brother and sister-in-law are about the exchange contracts on a listed building in Bath (Widcombe Lodge) which needs quite a lot of renovation to make it practical for them and their family. I know that they already have an architect but would love to know what you would do with the project. I have the plans if you are interested in having a look.
Thanks.
Christine
George Clarke
on Jul 3rd, 2009
@ 11:34 am:

Hi Nicky, Thanks for your lovely message and thank you for watching. I’m married with three gorgeous kids so sorry…not single x
George Clarke
on Jul 3rd, 2009
@ 11:49 am:

Anna…now there’s a compliment! I’m inspired by all the great modernist architects. One of my favourites is Alvar Aalto. He strikes the balance of cool, beautiful modern design with the warmth and texture of scandanavian building materials. He is a genius at creating a modernist home to be lived in. One of my favourite houses by him is the Villa Mairea. I think a Home is the most important and emotive piece of architecture in our lives. One of my favourite books, to get under the skin of homes and what the spaces mean to us emotionally is ‘Poetics of Space’ by the philosopher Gaston Bachelard. For your business, keep it very small, don’t grow quickly, be passionate about your work everyday, you have to eat, sleep and breathe good design, it must be a way of life rather than a job, work hard, and don’t let anyone tell you that something is impossible….’impossible is nothing’. Good luck!. Email me your essay when you’re done…I’d love to read it. George x
Chrissy
on Jul 3rd, 2009
@ 6:58 pm:

loved loved loved the show this week George. That kitchen was breath taking!!! Can imagine stepping through the door of that house everyday and loving it just as much years later! I do love your sledgehammer scenes…..such violence from such a nice guy
Keep up the amazing work, cant wait to see what you come up with next!! x
Chrissy
on Jul 3rd, 2009
@ 7:08 pm:

oh i and totally agree with Anna on the “up their own arse” presenters on other shows! you replacement on Build a life isounds like he constantly reading from a script and is so patronising i cant watch the show at all. You come across as a genuine, normal bloke talking about stuff you know about and who cares about what happens to the persons home. oh and you have much much cute bottom than your replacement – teehee
x
George Clarke
on Jul 3rd, 2009
@ 7:57 pm:

Hi Chrissy…not sure Charlie Luxton will be happy about your comments…BUT I AM!!!!!!! Thank you! Its a shame I’m no longer making Build A New Life. I started the series from the beginning and I loved it. It was then a huge success for Five, but unfortunately I had to leave it behind when I signed for Channel 4. It was the right move, but leaving my series behind was tough. Thanks for watching The Home Show. Really appreciate it. George x
George Clarke
on Jul 3rd, 2009
@ 8:04 pm:

Anne, that is such a lovely message. Thank you. I have to say that I am truly flattered by how many people are watching my programmes in Canada. The following is incredible. Yes, the wonderful David finished his water tower. I regularly call him up for a chat. He is an incredible guy and I loved being part of his new life change. I’m glad the programmes have inspired you. Please keep coming back to the website and keep in touch. Lots of love. George x
George Clarke
on Jul 3rd, 2009
@ 8:07 pm:

Hi Suz. You are more than welcome. I had a wonderful day and it was fantastic to spend some time with passionate teachers and lovely kids. And I loved my school dinner! We are developing ideas for the schools as we speak…very exciting. See you soon. George x
George Clarke
on Jul 3rd, 2009
@ 8:19 pm:

Christine, thanks for watching the show. The Home Show is on every Thursday at 8pm until the 6th of August so please keep watching. Hopefully I will be making another series but you should hassle channel 4 about that on the 4homes website. The listed building in bath sounds amazing. Bath is such a beautiful place. Unfortunately, if you already have an architect on board professionally I’m not allowed to give advice on the project without the architect’s consent…and as you can probably tell by watching me on TV….architect’s can get quite possessive! I’m sure he is doing an amazing job and I wish your bother ans sister-in-law all the luck with their project. Keep in touch. George x
George Clarke
on Jul 3rd, 2009
@ 8:23 pm:

Hayley, thank you so much for your lovely message. Its great to hear that you and your husband watch the show together! It was really important to me that this was a series that had all the content that would appeal to everyone and it seems to have hit the mark. I know what he means about bad makeover series…I couldn’t bare to watch them myself so I’m chuffed to hear that he likes it. Pass my thanks onto him. Keep watching! Lots of love. George x
Christine Smith
on Jul 4th, 2009
@ 8:07 am:

Hi George. Thank for replying to my message – I thought you would be far to busy to respond – so thank you again. I’ll keep you posted on the Bath project and should another architect be required, I will certainly put your name forward – you would love the project, I’m sure of that. So I’ll keep you posted if that is OK.
Christine
Jackie
on Jul 7th, 2009
@ 4:44 pm:

I’ve only recently starting looking at your website since being captivated each Thursday by The Home Show. But I have to say George Clarke, reading your Twitter entries, you have a great life don’t you! You seem to be out every night, visiting new places each day or at your home in the country, lovely! I have a place on the Fourth Plinth at the end of the month, that’s my whole excitement for the year!
Sally
on Jul 10th, 2009
@ 6:42 am:

Hi George,
Loved, Loved, LOVED last nights Home Show!! Cannot believe what a massive transformation it was, although I don’t know if I can take another show like the last two have been. I actually feel nervous for the home owners and I’m just watching it. The design of the mansion flat in Maida Vale was stunning, and the interior styling was perfect, Lizzie is a genius (so are you, but that goes without saying!). Can’t wait ’til next week.
Salx
Matt
on Jul 10th, 2009
@ 10:13 am:

Hi George,

Another fantastic show last night! What a transformation – personally think it is the biggest one of the series so far. The kitchen and new lounge / dining area was stunning – you must have added so much value to the mansion flat.
Do you have your own team of Interior Designers / Stylists or do you outsource this type of work – loved the feminine touches in the bedrooms and how this worked with the more masculine feel of the lounge areas.
Tom
on Jul 10th, 2009
@ 9:16 pm:

Hi George,

you are the sexiest man on the TV indeed. Love your show! Certainly the best home make-over show – inspiration for my design work too. My dream is that one day you’d be doing my home.

X X X
Andy C
on Jul 16th, 2009
@ 2:26 pm:

Hi George,

I really enjoyed last week’s show and am looking forward to tuning in tonight!

As last week’s project was a flat (I presume Leasehold, although being a Scarborough resident I do also deal with Freehold Flats!), did you have to obtain all the permissions from the Landlord and Local Authority before you commence the alterations, and do your offices take care of that well in advance?
D
on Jul 23rd, 2009
@ 11:20 pm:

George,
You are an inspirational architect. You design with passion!
My regret in life was not going into architecture or interior design.
I have always been told that i have a great eye for design.

Fallingwater, Bilbao, are two of my favourite designs by Frank Lloyd Wright & Gehry.

Thanks George for giving us great entertainment on a boring thursday evening.

Keep up your fantastic work

D

X
Ilona C
on Jul 24th, 2009
@ 9:39 am:

Really enjoyed the show last night. As I have every week. Your vision and designs are superb!

I have just found out that next week will be the last show in the series – how disappointing! Is there going to be another series next year?
Anne Vernal
on Jul 24th, 2009
@ 6:52 pm:

Hi George

Watched last night’s show and totally blown away by the transformation – thought you did really well with the budget you had. Realise the family were disappointed because they did not get the complete house they thought, but you did so much in that house – completely transformed it. I would love to have a kitchen that size which opens right into the garden. The two public rooms were beautiful and loved the fireplaces you chose for them. Well done again – looking forward to next week’s programme already.

Anne
Rana Willson
on Jul 24th, 2009
@ 6:55 pm:

Hi George,

The Barnet house looked amazing last night. It was so sad to see Mr Cooper so disappointed by the fact his ensuite was not finished, but surely to see the rest of the house transformed more than made up for it. It’s amazing what you do to transform people’s houses into beautiful homes. I think you have made the British public realise the difference between a house and a home. I love your show! My husband, my son, Gabriel (who is 8 months old) and I live in an old converted factory in Enfield (it used to be called Enfield Rifles) and we love our home. I can’t imagine how horrid it must be to live in a house which needs so much work for so many years. The Cooper’s must now finally feel at home! Well done George! Every time you cry it makes me cry too! xx Rana
Gemma Lamb
on Jul 25th, 2009
@ 4:37 pm:

Hi George,

Love the Home Show, watch it every week without fail! Just saving up my money pot so I can do a tranformation…

My family have always bought, done up and sold on houses (about 18 times so far in my 24 years!). Since watching your show I am much more interested in making what I have a home.

Thanks for the inspiration!

Gemma x

p.s. If you ever need more hands on deck to help out then please let me know!!!
Ursula Mitchell
on Jul 25th, 2009
@ 5:51 pm:

Hi George – just wanted to say how much we love your show! It’s incredible how your ideas can completely transform a home, and lives…. Even my young children are amazed by the end results. Well done, and you’re such a lovely, happy chappie! Ursula
Pam Mason
on Jul 25th, 2009
@ 6:38 pm:

Hello there. On Twitter you say everyone’s entitled to their view, but it seems the Moderator just didn’t want to publish my view about this week’s show. It’s a shame it wasn’t published – constructive ‘criticism’ is obviously not acceptable. Never mind!
Zoe iinuma
on Jul 26th, 2009
@ 9:15 am:

HI George-

Am absolutely loving the show!! My mum watches it in N.Ireland and I watch it in Japan (via UKNOVA) and we discuss each episode the following weekend during our lengthy SKYPE chats.

I wonder if you could give me a quick bit of advice. My husband and I are intending to buy a plot of land in Hiroo in Tokyo (110m2 approximately of which we can build 60% each floor and approx. 150% floorplan) to build a 2.5 story house for ourselves. We are also intending to dig down one floor to build 2 separate (one person) apartments at right angles to each other (one south facing, the other west facing )with a 18m2 (square shape) shared courtyard; which we intend to rent out. The stairs will lead down on the right hand side of the courtyard and parallel to the west facing apartment. I hope my explanation of the space isn`t too confusing??
My Q is how can we divide the courtyard to give each apartment some privacy and maximize the light to each property, particularly to the west facing apartment??
I had thought of waist or elbow height white opaque perspex panels with a gate for each divided section at the bottom of the stair well with tall bamboo plants spaced on either side of the panels to provide some privacy.
Is there any other ideas that spring to mind??

Looking forward to next week`s show!!

Hope your neck feels better… have you tried acupuncture?
Zoe
christine
on Jul 26th, 2009
@ 6:16 pm:

Hi George,

Think your amazing god wish i could come up with your ideas, anyway sunderland born and bred and very proud of you xx great show xx

Christine
Keith
on Jul 26th, 2009
@ 7:20 pm:

Dear George

Your the coolest person ever. I wish I knew you as you could be a role model cause I don’t have many people in my life to look up to.

Love the show

=]
Jackie Trotman
on Jul 27th, 2009
@ 4:51 pm:

Hi George
Love the show very much. We are a retired couple trying to update our house and would really value your opion on a colour scheme for our lounge, were we seem to have gone a bit overboard with the ‘neutral ‘ look !! We love the way you use a different colour on one wall , to make a statement, but are at a loss what colours to pick. The room is painted in Barley white on all the walls, with pale tan leather sofas, soft gold carpet and curtains of a muted cream and gold. At the moment it looks a bit boring .We have a Farmington stone fireplace on one wall, and this is the wall we thought we would like to pick out as the ‘feature wall. The room faces north, but gets the sun late afternoon in the summer. Hope you can help.
Love J xx
Dee
on Jul 27th, 2009
@ 10:12 pm:

Hi George,
I posted a message but it seems to have gone for whatever reason.
I didn’t post anything nasty or use foul language.

All i said was how much of an inspiration you are & how you design with passion. etc..

Sorry if i have offended in any way.

Anyway,
I loved the show last week. You really are awsome at your job!

D

x
Rosie
on Jul 27th, 2009
@ 10:32 pm:

Hey George

Just wanted to say that I absolutely love settling down with a coffee on a Thursday night to watch your show. Love the format and of couse the presenting, you truly are great at your job. I love how the final outcome is stylish yet still really cosy. I don’t like how some home makeover shows make the rooms look super chic but you can’t really imagine anyone living in the space. Gutted that I’ll be missing this weeks show as I’m on holiday but I’ll most definitely be recording it!
Thanks for all your inspiring ideas.
x
Samantha
on Jul 27th, 2009
@ 11:07 pm:

Hi George,
Just watching The home show on more 4 +1. Im afraid i am addicted and watch the late night show on a monday and the early show on a thursday. It has made me see my home in a different light ! i love what you do to the houses.
How did the family who ran out of money last week (on thursday..ensuite and wardrobes didnt get finished) get on after the cameras stopped rolling ?
I thought you did well with the money to do as much as you did.

keep going, my favorite show. Hope another series is planned
Sam
xx
Suz
on Jul 28th, 2009
@ 4:14 pm:

I desperately want to redesign/ refurb my bathroom. It’s a small bathroom in a mid terrace house with the main problems being no natural light and lack of space for storage. I think the options are limited but any hints/ suggestions would be gratefully received!
Really looking forward to this weeks’ show – hopefully with a happier and more satisfied family!!
Helen P.
on Jul 29th, 2009
@ 4:50 pm:

Where do I start? LOVE you and the show. You remind me of the N. East where I grew up (Warkworth,Northumberland ) and miss so much, I haven’t lived in the U.K. since I left when I was 18 (before Uni.) and never came back. I watch the show from Switzerland. We have been renting here for the last 8 years and after selling our french house we’re about to tackle a big renovation project on a 1950’s house we’ve just bought here to turn it into home for the 5 of us.We’re doing the planning ourselves. When I watch your show and see what you can do for 120K and then see what our contractor can only offer for 200K Swiss francs, it makes me wish the house was in the U.K. But then, I stand in the future kitchen with its big balcony, with a unspoilt view of the Bernese Oberland and the infamous snow capped Eiger mountain and the Alps, and remind myself that this little bit of paradise will be worth every Swiss franc we need to spend on it. But back to your programme, I want to say a great big thankyou as you’ve given me ideas and helped it so many ways that you cannot imagine…I’ve just asked for a quote for underfloor heating in the kitchen, no-one thought of it…also I’ve finalised a plan for the kitchen…also..let’s say I’ve rethought quite a few things. I’ll try to send some before and after pics. The most difficult part has been the language barrier, my german is still pretty basic so we’ve had some hilarious hand-signal discussions with the contractor that we may be in for a few surprises!! Wish you could have come and done it for us…love your heartwarming show lad, it’s way better that any of the others. Thanks again, Helenxx
Anita Bowmer
on Jul 29th, 2009
@ 7:35 pm:

Hi gorgeous George,
I am hooked on your show, your designs are exactly how I would like a home. In fact I am thinking of buying a property just so you could work your magic!
I have everyone hooked on the show at work, you are not just a presenter you are an expert who is down to earth and also a definate sex symbol now!
Its quite incredible how different a place can look when you have the space and style sorted.
Can’t wait for tomorrows show XXX
Faye
on Jul 30th, 2009
@ 1:45 pm:

Hi George , I’m in the middle of choosing what I want to be . Architect or Interpretor !? I think I might choose to be a Architect because you can’t be passionate being a Interpretor .Could you tell me …. what courses would I have to take in collage + university Please ! Thanks Faye.x Love The Show
Joh Stoneage
on Jul 30th, 2009
@ 8:00 pm:

Hi George,

I just wanted to say a huge thank you for making me smile! I’m 7 and a half months pregnant and spend a lot of time feeling exhausted and fed up, but watching The Home Show and seeing how passionate about design and architecture you are as well witnessing your compassion for others, is something that cheers me up no end.

I never used to be a watcher of home programs but yours is marvellous so well done! Its also great to see someone on television who genuinely cares about the families and their individual needs.

Keep up the good work!

Joh
Caroline
on Jul 30th, 2009
@ 8:07 pm:

Hi George,

just watched tonights show. Well done, what a fantastic transformation, without a doubt your best so far. The downstairs space is amazing! You never fail to impress.

Caroline. x
Trevor
on Jul 30th, 2009
@ 8:14 pm:

George

I’m sitting here with my wife watching tonight’s show on Sky+. Loving that hallway! Just wanted to let you know that we both love The Home Show. I think my wife is a little too keen on you actually!

A quick question for you, if I may? We currently live in a 2-bed Victorian terrace with a cellar which hasn’t been converted. We are considering relocating up north where we have family but it’s always been a dream of mine to have a converted cellar as an office/games room! We’ve been quoted £13k plus VAT for a conversion, do you think this would be worthwhile in the long run or do you not think the expenditure is worthwhile? We have an 8 month old baby so we don’t have a spare bedroom for guests either at the minute!

Thanks a lot for any advice.

Trev
Gary J (Liverpool)
on Jul 30th, 2009
@ 8:36 pm:

Hi George,

Firstly apols ,as I was unaware of this website and may therefore be making comments that have previously been made……I am an avid viewer of the Home Show and have a great interest in home improvements and am constantly amazed at the transformations you achieve. It is not merely a ‘house DIY’ show such as Changing Rooms, but is actually a whole transformation of people’s lives, on all levels. I’ve just watched tonights episode, which was terrific! The pressures and difficulties that the Wakeley family must have to face on a daily basis were evident to see, and I must applaud you George, not only for being a fantastic architecht with great vision, but for also being such a warm and caring individual too. You come across with such empathy and understanding that it clearly shows you are a great fella!. Fantastic show tonight mate, keep it up and keep transforming people’s lives, it’s a real gift!. With warmest regards to you and your family, take care.
Cheryl Harris
on Jul 30th, 2009
@ 11:15 pm:

Hi George
Have been banned from watching your programme by family as I bought a sledge hammer to knock down the kitchen wall…..need space George…feels like the walls are closing in on me???… tell them George. If you want a project this is the house!
ps………..I watch it when they go to bed. ha!

Well done for transforming peoples lives.
Cheryl x.
Sharon Price
on Jul 31st, 2009
@ 1:26 pm:

Hi George,

The show is amazing and upset I missed the first series, I would love to be a property developer in the future, need to finish my teacher training before I get too involved in anything else.

Your work is fantastic and every week it does get better and better, the clean lines, contemporary look and finish just put my imagination in a new world! keep the show going it is great!

I was wondering if you had any tips for improving listed buildings that externally can not be altered. We have a two bedroom property suiting a professional single, most likely. The house has been up for sale for a while – not moving but we need to move due to having a daughter, a dog and want to extend the family – tips for improving the sale of our house, decor etc, thank you (do we really need to make our home look like a show home to sell?? all cream and plain?

Thank you SJP
Carolyn
on Aug 1st, 2009
@ 9:21 pm:

George,

I just wanted to say how much I enjoyed last night’s show. The house looked lovely and the family so deserving; it must have been so rewarding for you to be able to have helped them.

Really sad that next week’s show is the last one – boo hoo!

Regards,
CAROLYN.
Christine
on Aug 2nd, 2009
@ 6:45 am:

Hi George,

I was over the moon to see you in the Cross Keys on Friday. What a lovely surprise!! Thank you so much for letting me having a photo & your autograph. I was very embarrassed handing you a beer mat but hey I couldn’t let you go without signing something.
Can’t wait to see the show this week.
My husband grew up in Washington at roughly the same time as you so I wonder if you went to the same School?!
Anyway it was great to see you, keep up the good work. Love Christine xx
Rana Willson
on Aug 2nd, 2009
@ 7:27 pm:

George, the makeover was awesome again this week! Its so inspiring watching your show. I always watch it on “catch up” because my 8 month old keeps me busy! Well done! xx Rana
David Irwin
on Aug 3rd, 2009
@ 6:37 pm:

HI George,
Love your show, has given us lot’s of ideas but we are not sure whether to renovate or buy new, we have an old terrace house with high ceilings and it needs a lot of work, on the otherhand we could part ex for a new property but the downside is a hefty mortgage and not much more useable space, is there a formulae for weighing up the pro’s and con’s so that you can say renovation is better then new build or vice versa?Any advice would be appreciated.
Jaine
on Aug 3rd, 2009
@ 9:31 pm:

George I am hooked on shows like yours they give me so many ideas and dreams, but unfortunately we do not own our own home yet.

I would love to but we are a forces family and move around every couple of years. We have 4 children, at the moment we are lucky enough to be living in Cyprus but in a small 3 bed house oh how I dream of space and storage at the same time lol.

My husband has lived in service accommodation for the last 30+years orginally with his parents and myself for the last 16yrs. I long for a kitchen where the worktops don’t just reach my thighs we are both 6ft tall, a bath I can have a soak in and a shower where I don’t have to duck down to wash my hair. We have always tried to make each house a home but we are limited in what we are allowed to do.

I am always looking at housing websites wandering what I can do and how I would change the property, we are saving like made so one day soon.

So if you are free in a year or two and fancy a challenge ……we would be very grateful lol.
Rachel Hawes
on Aug 4th, 2009
@ 8:01 am:

Hi

Loved last weeks show – what a great, well deserved family. You had a lovely budget to work with but it was a stunning result. Fab!

gonna miss the series (( and seeing & hearing the lovely George on screen……..

Rachel
David Alexander
on Aug 4th, 2009
@ 4:29 pm:

Hi George,

Discovered your show this year – well done…keep up the good work.

This may be more of a Grand Designs Question than a Home Show question but, given the limitations on space that you’ve encountered, I just wondered what your thoughts are on Jack and Jenny bathrooms?

I have visions of someday (somehow!) raising the money to build my own place. I once saw a house with J&J bathrooms and thought it was a great idea – gives a partial ensuite to two bedrooms which takes advantage of space options/limitations.

From a hosue value and aesthetic point of view, just wanted to get your thoughts…

David
Rachel
on Aug 5th, 2009
@ 1:03 pm:

Hi George!

I have only recently come across your show which is astonishing given that I have been an addict of Grand Designs, Property Ladder and a bunch of other property tear-jerkers for years. It is refreshing to find a show that lacks pretension which is partly due to the fabulous work you and your team do for the clients but mainly because of the charm, charisma and warmth that you bring to it. I am a fellow Northerner and I love listening to your accent coming out of my computer down in London (I am slowly working through the series downloads!) – only wish I had bumped into you up north before someone put that hulking wedding ring on your finger

On a more serious note, I have just walked away from a cracking but stressful job managing a luxury hotel marketing company that was starting to rob me of all sense and serenity and I am about to buy a little stone cottage up in Whalton, Northumberland to extend, update and sell. Call me mad because it is well over 300 miles away but, as I’m sure I don’t need to tell you, it’s all about passion! I am already visualising putting the final touch to my project (a faux turf ball from boulegazon.com hanging next to the front door) and making a call on whether I can turn a whim into a career so will be tapping a lot more into your world for inspiration.

Keep up the great work and don’t let the madness of popularity go to your head – you are such a fabulous ambassador for the ‘down-to-earth’ attitude of we North-Easterners!

Rachel D.
Min
on Aug 6th, 2009
@ 9:44 am:

I could wax lyrical like a sycophant. I really could. But it’s not my style. (dearest loveliest George)…sigh….Dammit!
Right – sensible question. Questions. I have two. My wonderful husband and I have just bought an awful 60’s bungalow box with a badly designed interior – but in an incredible location with mind blowing views. We can’t afford to do a darn thing to it for years, but I want to plan and I want to dream. So-we found this website place called architectyourhome.com where you pay, what strikes me as a nominal fee for an architect to come out and draw up plans with budgets. Now, my question is. Would it be better to go for an architect recommended locally or would it be extra cunning to use this company? I hear you are clever and wise in the ways of these things.
My second question – The front of this bungalow of doom is partly clothed in UPVC plastic cladding. Loathsome awfulness… eses. Shiver. Can this rotten stuff be done away with, painted etc. or are we needing to seek advice of Charlie Dimmock or similar to hide said awfulness in boston ivy or some such?
Shy furtive smile, pink cheeks, girly giggle sincerely yours etc.

Minnie
Matt
on Aug 6th, 2009
@ 1:58 pm:

where did George go?
Lynn Arthington
on Aug 6th, 2009
@ 3:00 pm:

Hi George
Thank you for your reply, I wasn’t sure I’d actually sent my comment successfully so was really chuffed to find your reply today. The rest of the series did not disappoint and it was lovely to finish with such a fantastic reveal for such a lovely family who really deserved a gorgeous home. Will send some before and after photos of our place, just need to wait for it to be reasonably tidy to take the “After” shots, but with a 5 year old and a 3 year old this might take some doing.
x Lynn
Ste
on Aug 6th, 2009
@ 7:19 pm:

how sexy is George!! haha
Brenda
on Aug 6th, 2009
@ 7:50 pm:

hilove your show and love your face
Nav
on Aug 6th, 2009
@ 9:43 pm:

This guy is a legend!
Tracey
on Aug 6th, 2009
@ 10:19 pm:

Hi George,

So sad to see the last of this series of The Home Show, but also lovely to revisit the family from S1 and see how much they still love their home. Your dedication to designing the perfect living space for each family is refreshing, and especially your empathy and understanding of those with children (seeing you with the two beautiful girls from tonight’s show made my heart explode! You have wonderful dad written all over you!)

Thanks to my father being an architectural draftsman when I was growing up in New Zealand, I harboured a desire to be an architect myself and concienciously took technical drawing as a subject for my first two years at high school and whiled away many hours designing houses and reading every interior design book out. Unfortunately, my dreams were dashed when I went to the architecture session at our school careers fair and found out I would need to take physics and calculus for my final three years, and they were my two worst subjects! So now I indulge my bent for architecture and design vicariously through your show (and some of the others too!)

I’m keeping everything crossed for a third series (and have e-mailed Maverick TV to tell them they MUST bring the show back) so I hope they are paying attention to all the great feedback you and the show get.
kim
on Aug 7th, 2009
@ 5:05 pm:

hi george
i remember you sold your starwars figures to my brother.
and look at your now …good luck hun xxx
Cath
on Aug 7th, 2009
@ 7:19 pm:

George,
My husband and I have loved this Home Show series – it is inspirational. We want to do it all – extension, loft conversion, new kitchen etc. Unfortunately we have 2 kiddies and a smallish 3 bedroom Edwardian semi that we plan to move from in 18 months, so for the moment we are going to have to make do with just doing a white-out! Hopefully our next property will be able to satisfy our urge to make our mark, and maybe one day we’ll achieve our ultimate dream of doing all this in France. Keep making great programmes.
Cath
George Clarke
on Aug 9th, 2009
@ 7:15 am:

Sorry Matt…finishing off the series has been very long days and I haven’t had time to respond to everyone’s comments…I’m back!
George Clarke
on Aug 9th, 2009
@ 7:19 am:

Hi Minnie, your cheeky little message brought a smile to my face! Using a local architect gives you good local knowledge about what your planners may think about a particular redesign. Why don’t you get someone local and someone (like me) to visit you from further afield. Where is the bungalow exactly? For the record, I think ugly bungalows in great locations are the most exciting projects ever! Seriously…bungalows are officially the most popular type of home home in Britain. If it were mine, I’d rip off the plastic cladding and either re-render the facade of clad it in beautiful horizontal timber boarding. See you soon! George x
George Clarke
on Aug 9th, 2009
@ 7:32 am:

Thanks Cath…let me know when you buy your new house…I’d love to see some pictures of it before you work your magic! George x
George Clarke
on Aug 9th, 2009
@ 7:34 am:

Kim…let me know your full name…who is your brother? Selling those Star Wars figures was the worst thing I ever did! What was I thinking..LOL! Seriously though…let me know who you are…did you live in Stridingedge? George x
George Clarke
on Aug 9th, 2009
@ 7:39 am:

Tracey, thank you for your lovely message! You should have been an architect…my careers officer told me that I needed Maths ‘A’ level (which I absolutely hated!!!!!) so I completely ignored him, didn’t do my ‘A’ Levels at all and got a job at 16 in an architect’s office instead. Careers officer was an idiot, but I’m pleased he was because it gave me even more determination to be an architect and prove him wrong!!!!! Thanks for pushing for a new series. I’m very grateful. Take care…and keep in touch! George xxx
George Clarke
on Aug 9th, 2009
@ 7:40 am:

I’m not sure about that…but thanks anyway! George
George Clarke
on Aug 9th, 2009
@ 7:45 am:

Hi Brenda….thank you xxxxxx
George Clarke
on Aug 9th, 2009
@ 7:54 am:

Rachel, Thanks you so much. That is such a lovely message. I absolutely love Northumberland…very jealous you are buying a new home there to renovate. Northumberland is one of the most beautiful counties in Britain and most people completely miss it out on their way to Scotland!!!! Great to have a fellow North Easterner get in touch with me…keep in touch….lots of love…George xxx
Min
on Aug 9th, 2009
@ 9:05 pm:

Thanks George! Boston Ivy and those charming fellows at Bojitt & Legitt it is then! (Chortle, Guffaw etc.).
Timber eh? I like your thinking. Just as soon as I’ve saved up a squillion pounds and sacrificed a few investment bankers (fast becoming a spectator sport) I’ll be in touch to talk extensions, bi-fold doors, solar panels on my roof and under-floor heating on my under-floor. Saving a squillion will take about four years (and about 18 investment bankers – hurray!) Then you can argue with the local architect Sir Reginald Ponsemby-Smythe (whom you suggested I contact), about lighting, space and shooting peasants. On completion we’ll toast our success with Ponsemby’s finest and tire away the moonlight talking about everything and nothing. You can get a taste for what the moonlight will be like at http://www.grosmont.org the very place of which we are talking. Thank you again George. Truly, you are most kind.
Great batterings of my eyelashes…oh and my husband’s (he’s also taken quite a shine I think)
Min
P.S. And by the way – re: earlier posts – don’t feel bad about your hairy chest, you should see my mothers.
Rachel
on Aug 10th, 2009
@ 11:31 am:

Thanks George – it’s magic to get a response from you! After that plug for Northumberland, I have decided to keep my cottage and rent it out to all the GC fans who will be flocking up there to check it out. Thanks to you, I’ll make a bomb

While I have your ‘divided’ attention, do you have any recommendations for an architect in Northumberland/Newcastle who is a space creator like you and would be interested in redesigning the upstairs layout of a very small cottage with clever use of a boarded and Veluxed attic? A second staircase & fire door isn’t an option as there is barely enough space on the first floor to squeeze in 2 bedrooms and a bathroom but I was inspired by the mezzanine you designed in one of the shows. I don’t need ‘architect of the year’ because my budget is tight but I will throw in some pints at the local…

Cheers!!

Rachel D. x

Cheers matey!
Rachel
on Aug 10th, 2009
@ 11:35 am:

Oops – that ‘Cheers matey’ wasn’t meant for you… but now that you have it, you can keep it. Damn Facebook pop-ups!

Rachel D.
Emily
on Aug 10th, 2009
@ 1:30 pm:

Hi George!

Have really enjoyed watching the recent series of The Home Show… How have I managed to miss your last shows?!?!
Your redesigns are amazing but I’m afraid I’m going to be very predictible and say that YOU make the show! Your lovely eyes, smile, general all round attractiveness and amazing way with the clients and kids are a joy to watch. Reading all the other comments confirm that I’m certainly not the only one who thinks that! You have a lucky wife and children
Like many here I don’t have any walls to knock down unfortuately but will continue watching!
Love from sunny Scotland
Emily x
Suze
on Aug 10th, 2009
@ 2:36 pm:

Hi George,

Just wanted to say how much i enjoy your projects, cant wait for your new series. I, like you always knew i wanted to study architecture from a young age and have just decided at 23 to fulfill my dream, i am starting interior architecture at newcastle in september. I always say when i watch your programmes, “i hope i can work for him when im qualified!” heres hoping!
Suze (fellow northener)
Suze
on Aug 10th, 2009
@ 2:41 pm:

Hi
Could i just respond to Rachel D also, as a friend of mine specialises in redevelopment of Northumberland properties. Check out http://www.coastalretreats.co.uk for her contact details. Thanks
melny
on Aug 10th, 2009
@ 9:16 pm:

hi george,

Loving the show & your accent- (ssh dont tell my hubby he’s a magpie through & through!!) and i live just along the road to where u grew up. my brother in law was a teacher at oxclose, Mr Pod?? its such a small world. so many things make everyone feel comfortable with you but for us up here, how can you desert us & live in London (work i’m sure!) would love to see a local transformation. i have ideas galore for our home but just dont know where to start to make the best of it, after all you would agree these things arent always cheap! anyway, hope to see you back “up north” soon. take care & hope to see more of you on screen very soon xx
Louise
on Aug 10th, 2009
@ 10:52 pm:

george! i think ur fab! u seem so kind! i love ur programme & always watch it while im in the gym with my headphones on! my mum luvs u! haha iv “followed” u on twitter although i dont really know what im doing! anyway hope ur having a good hol & keep up the good work making peoples dreams come true! xxx
GEOFF NEWMAN
on Aug 11th, 2009
@ 6:32 pm:

HI GEORGE, LIKE SOME OTHERS WHO HAVE WRITTEN TO YOU I’M A CANADIAN AND LOVE WATCHING YOUR “BUILD A NEW LIFE IN THE COUNTRY” SHOW, WE DON’T HAVE YOUR NEW ONE YET BUT I HOPE WE WILL SOON. MY QUESTION IS, I READ YOU LIVED IN WASHINGTON IN NE ENGLAND AND MY FAMILY ORIGINATES FROM SOMEWHERE CALLED “BISHOP AUKLAND” (I’M NOT SURE IF I’VE SPELT THAT CORRECTLY) WOULD THEY HAVE SPOKEN WITH THE SAME ACCENT AS YOU? SOMETHING MY WIFE AND I COULD LISTEN TO FOR HOURS ESPECIALLY THE WAY YOU SAY “YEARS” WE CRACK UP EVERY TIME WE HEAR YOU SAY THAT, AND I MEAN THAT IN A RESPECTFULL WAY.
Jo
on Aug 12th, 2009
@ 9:02 am:

Hi George

Just discovered your show and think it’s great.

In the process of buying a new house and can’t wait to get in there and put our mark on it.

You do a great job.

Take care

Jo
Harpal
on Aug 12th, 2009
@ 4:33 pm:

Hi George,
I am a huge fan of yours and watch each episode and completely forget that I have a husband and 2 kids. My husband laughs as for that one hour I am on my so called ‘break’.
My husband and I are currently looking to buy a new property. We have seen one that needs quite a bit of work. I read one of your earlier comments but did not see the original question. I wanted to get your advice on an architect to help us visualize the completed house. My husband thinks it is too much work, but I watch your shows and think it would be amazing to do!
Look forward to your reply….
By the way I really take my hat off to you for replying to everyone…..I know you must be really busy…

Harpal
Jo
on Aug 12th, 2009
@ 7:33 pm:

Hi George

I LOVED the Home Show, not just the hugely aspirational, yet attainable, ideas but your lovely gentle manner and empathy with all of the families that you have helped. I hope a third series is commissioned!!

My partner lost a leg in a road traffic accident in 2001 and is now a wheelchair user so we bought a lovely bungalow in rural Cheshire just over two years ago. We planned to extend our kitchen this year to make an open plan kitchen-diner but every week after watching you we get more ideas and inspiration…now we have decided to change our large 8m x 4.7m lounge into the kitchen-diner to make use of all the natural light (an change our patio door to a bifold door…your favourite!!) and knock down the wall between our existing kitchen and study and have that as the new lounge! I would never have considered this as it seems like a huge job but it makes perfect sense! Now we are just wondering what to do with our large entrance hall as it seems like wasted space…any ideas?! We were thinking of a snug type second lounge but there is no natural light and there is a door on every wall! Any ideas would be muchly appreciated!

Looking forward to Restoration Man, already missing you and your sexy voice on the TV!!!

Lots of love xxx
Lorraine
on Aug 12th, 2009
@ 8:11 pm:

Hi George, am a total late bloomer and have only just found the Home Show. Yes I know! I have been living under a rock. Am gutted it’s over!!
Anyway, just thought I’d drop you a wee line to say that i have finally got the courage up to sell our old family home and branch out to something new just for me. Your tips and guides have been invaluable in helping me see beyond nasty decor to the real potential to make somewhere a new home. I think I’m ready for my hard hat and sledgehammer!!! (and then a wee trip to the local A & E Department obviously!!)
Looking forward to the new show, best of luck
L x
kim
on Aug 13th, 2009
@ 5:30 pm:

hello George
sorry but we dont have them starwars figures enymore.lol
my full name is kim catchpole. And the brother you sold them to is ian catchpole.
Yes we lived in stridingedge ,we was in same class at school.
we moved when i was a 11 years old.
I was sitting watching tv (the home show) for first time i was saying to my self i know that face it your eyes and smile .never changed lol
Then i was in bed .You flashed to me when you was younger.
i spook to some of the others from school on face book. It great to here from you( realy it o.m.g i got a reply hehehe ) take care george lol kim x
helen
on Aug 14th, 2009
@ 9:58 am:

george – ‘the home show’ was fab and im really looking forward to your new series coming in the autumn.
its been great to see how passionate you are about home living and helping people fulfill their lives at home.
we are planning a big project ourselves to help us make the most of the space in our home and must say watching the show has given us lots of tips to help us in our renovation. many thanks – helen xx
p.s. will send some pics when work underway !!
Christie
on Aug 14th, 2009
@ 1:19 pm:

Hi George… please can you come and draw on my walls?! … it’s my favourite bit, they just look like you can step straight in!

Hope you’re enjoying your break… I’m in Sandbanks so will keep an eye out for you at the beach!

Cx
Ash
on Aug 14th, 2009
@ 6:03 pm:

Hi George,

Just wanted to say great work, great ideas! Watching your show is like a breath of fresh air..its made me realise that there is so much I can do to my property! Time to break some walls

Thanks.

Ash
Aurora Cook
on Aug 14th, 2009
@ 8:26 pm:

Hi George,

Love watching your programes I really enjoyed last week’s show and never missed one . You are a genuine and an exceptionally creative person.

I recently had transformed our holiday apartament in Rio de Janeiro – Brazil and would like to offer you an invitation to spend your holiday there, because it is exactly what you do, The walls have gone and the glass doors open to a fantastic postcard sea view.
Hope to hear from you soon
Aurora Cook
Samantha Baird
on Aug 15th, 2009
@ 11:31 pm:

Hi George

I have really enjoyed watching the Home Show and always feel inspired to be creative after watching it. I love your passion for the homes you create and how you make it work for people. I also share your hatred for bad heating and poor light in houses! I grew up in a flat that was freezing in the winter and we never had enough hot water for all the family!

I love design and I am lucky to live here in Edinburgh which has so many beautiful pieces of architecture. One of these fine buildings is the nursery that my daughter goes to called the Cowgate Under 5’s Centre. The centre has won many awards and is a great example of how architects have really thought about what both the child and adult need to create a wonderful learning environment. (give it a Google)

Anyway, I diverse, back to heating. We live in a ground floor tenement flat and have a small extension that leads out into our garden. It has a flat roof and I was wondering if you think it would be a good idea to install solar panels as a way of saving money. I’m not sure if they would create enough energy for us.
I’d be glad to hear your thoughts.

Thanks
P.S When are you coming to Scotland?!
tom
on Aug 19th, 2009
@ 3:46 pm:

hi george

firstly, i’m a recent convert to your show – i got a bit fed up of my girlfriend and her friends harping on about ‘gorgeous george’ but to watch is an inspiration!
we are looking at buying a victorian terrace, your show has given us lots of ideas including the folding rear doors you seem fond of…by day i am a commercial property solicitor however my office walls are covered in designs of how i amagine this house will look!

ps what do you think about combining the existing old structure with brand new modernist extension at the rear???

ta

tom
Rachel
on Aug 20th, 2009
@ 5:44 am:

Thanks Suze – great looking site!

Rachel D.
Spencer McKeown
on Aug 22nd, 2009
@ 5:50 am:

Hi George,

Great show, we really think it’s a fastastic show! Love the idea of white washing the house and starting over. The postive impact of design on how a family lives is quite refreshing.

Our problem is that we love where live but hate the house – we have 5 young kids living in a 2 bedroomed faling apart bungalow, after 4 years we are finally taking the leap to completely transform our life style by trying to get planning to knock down and build a modern family home!

I would love to show you my proposed plans, either for your home show or just any initial feedback, I can’t imagine you have much time, but could I send it to you?

Spencer and Louise
Garry
on Aug 24th, 2009
@ 9:17 pm:

Hi George,

Just wondered what your thoughts are on the way major housebuilders design properties and do you think its time for a big advancement in their designs?
Hana
on Aug 25th, 2009
@ 2:12 am:

Hello George,
Congratulations in you program and in everything else….

I believe I have a 6th sense to recognize Irish people just by the looks,
I came to this page looking to find out if any of your parents is Irish to confirm my intuition….

Unfortunately such info is not here… as soon as saw your face especially thought you were Irish ……I may aswell be wrong.
Megan
on Aug 25th, 2009
@ 1:25 pm:

Hello George.
I was wondering if you could help me.
I have this dream of building my own home in about 4 years time.
But i dont have a clue were to start!!
I know I need an architech etc
But what are the pros and cons and what is a Project Manager?
Also can you explain contactors and sub contractors please?

Also I have it planned out it my head and on paper of my dream home.

Love your work!!!
Megan
George Clarke
on Aug 26th, 2009
@ 6:22 am:

Hi Tom,

It sounds like you were bullied into watching! I’m pleased about that! Thanks for your kind words. You will have a field day when you buy your new place. I live in what was once the most boring Edwardian semi but its now been transformed into something quite magical and life changing. When you have your victorian place send me over your ideas for the redesign and I’ll take a look. Brand new modernist extension (if designed well!) will work a treat! Good luck. George
Daniel
on Aug 26th, 2009
@ 10:17 pm:

Hey George,
I have been watching all of your latest series of The Home Show. Im 18 and about to start a course in building surveying at university with the hope that someday (after raising the capital I need, by working as a building surveyor for a while) I can use the knowledge gained on my course to help me in becoming a property developer. Watching your show has already given me so many ideas that I hope to someday put to use. Im just wondering if you have any words of wisdom for someone aspiring to enter the industry? Im aware the real estate market isn’t exactly doing well at the moment – Im really hoping it picks up again at some point so I can ride the wave of a property boom! Either way, thanks very much!
Annemarie
on Aug 27th, 2009
@ 1:03 pm:

Hi George
I’ve just started watching your home show never realised you had moved to C4 I used to watch your other show build a new life, I’ve watch the new guy & as a good a designer as he is he doesn’t have the same passion as you so I’ve stopped watching.
Anyway I am a mature student (42) I although I have an HND in interior design got that in 2006 I went onto a degree course interior design & technology with CAD joint started in 2nd yr but had to defer for a year I went back last October so will be completing my final year next year.
The problem is that the year I deferred I tried to find some work even work experience but got caught in that catch 22 having needing experience, I’m now quite worried especially with the recession & the fact that I’m not getting any younger I worry whether I’ve wasted my time studying any suggestions on your part or if you could have chat with your stylists as to what I can do.

PS: I have three boys my eldest who is now 16 & Has just got 7 B’s & an A GCSE loves your show he’s drawn up his own using autocad he wants to build it when he gets older is a massive house he asks if it would be possible if you could take a look at it & let him know your thoughts.
Fiorella Modolo
on Aug 28th, 2009
@ 4:52 pm:

Hi George!

First of all congratulations for your show, I saw some episodes when I was in England weeks ago and I enjoyed them a lot. I’m now trying to decide what way to take for my studies at Uni and so, given that you’re an expert I thought to ask you advice.

My question is: Can I work with my creativity in fields that are not purely Architecture (like design, art…) if I study it at University? My fear is to end up projecting sterile buildings in a studio…

Thanks
Fiorella M.
mocha
on Aug 29th, 2009
@ 10:58 pm:

hi george
love the programme your up there with Grand Design for me
Craig Usher
on Sep 1st, 2009
@ 1:32 pm:

Hi George,

Really enjoy your shows – a great change from normal television and 4od has been a god send! I’ve not stopped watching (well, I have now that I’ve seen them all!).

I study civil engineering in uni looking to go into structural engineering. Any advice for coming out of university that you could share?

Thanks loads and keep the shows coming! Hope you’re well,

Craig
Kat Wilkinson
on Sep 3rd, 2009
@ 4:53 pm:

Hi George

Just wondered if you can work your magic in France? My Dad lives in an old farm house 60 miles S/E of Paris. Its livable but weirdly designed. He’s soon to be 73 and I want it sorted. For example: some bright spark tiled the bathroom floor with the same tiles as the walls, so its slipperly as you like…genius!!! I can send pictures if you like.
Please, pretty please can you come and iron out the French creases!! (I am a painter and decorator by trade so might be able to lend a hand??)
Kat
Catherine
on Sep 5th, 2009
@ 11:51 am:

Hi George,
i live in a traditional 30’s semi (a bit boring I know). After watching all the Home Shows I’d really like to knock down the wall between the kitchen and dining room, but the dining room is also open to the lounge. So if I do, I end up with one great lovely light room, but no private spaces (and possibly loads of cooking smells). What do you suggest? Catherine x

PS – Blummin love the show, can’t wait for ‘Restoration Man’ Even got my 6 year old watching with me-he thinks you’re great too! x
Keith Wilson
on Sep 14th, 2009
@ 5:09 am:

Hello George, my wife and I watch your Build a New Life show on HGTV here in British Columbia, Canada. We really enjoy it. We hope your new show reaches us soon on our side of the Atlantic.

Keith and Gail
Gary Edmundson
on Sep 20th, 2009
@ 4:46 am:

Hello George,
Living in Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta, Canada we’ve been watching your “Build A New Life” episodes on HGTV. We’ve actually been recording them and watching them repeatedly, since the entertainment value is second to none.

HGTV has ended the coverage after Wales 008, and just started re-running Series 2. We’d like to purchase all of the episodes on DVD if we could – any chance of that being possible?

Born in Sunderland myself (Stratford Avenue), I was chuffed to discover that you were, too. Nice to hear those old accents, and the episodes on Hexham had me tearing up the way that great couple sounded. Just like me Mam and Dad.

Here’s hoping that the new programs will be brought out to the Canadian TV circuit. Until then, it’s more re-runs (not that I mind!)

Thanks for producing such great work,
Sincerely,
Gary Edmundson
Andrea
on Sep 21st, 2009
@ 9:52 pm:

Hi George,

My boyfriend and I are both massive fans of your show and thoroughly enjoyed your latest series. My boyfriend was most impressed with your sledge hammer skills as he also is a fellow king of demolition!

We noticed that you are speaking at the Home Improvement Show at Earls Court next month and we are planning to go to the show as we will be extending our kitchen later this year. It says on the website that you can “Meet the Experts” and we were wondering whether we would actually be able to meet you on the day? We’d love to discuss our plans with you and hear your thoughts on what we have planned.

Lovin your work,
Andrea & Glen
Audrey
on Sep 25th, 2009
@ 10:38 pm:

Hey George,

I’ve watched the first and second series’ of the Home Show and loved them both. So much so that I re-watching series 1 on More 4! I’m sure (absolutely positive) that I’ll never be so lucky (or have enough money) to have my house transformed, but your show also gives lots of great ideas about decor and just getting the right feel and balance in rooms. Anyway..I’m babbling now, but keep up the great work, I love the Home Show. Will there be a 3rd series?

Cheers
Audrey
Nishanth
on Oct 1st, 2009
@ 2:04 am:

Hi George,

My name is Nishanth and I’m 20 years old. I’m doing my first year of Architecture (yess!!!) at uni. I’ve watched most, if not all of your shows on 4od and let me just say this – you’re doing a great job! I’m really looking forward to watching Restoration Man and I wish you the very best of luck with that!. You are my favourite architect/ role model and there’s no dout in that. Few years time, I want to be exactly what you are today! I wish you the very very best of luck and hope to hear from you soon! Take care!
charlotte myers
on Oct 2nd, 2009
@ 7:16 pm:

Dear George

I watch all your programmes with my mum and I think your designs are amazing!!

I would love to do something like you when I’m grown up.

lots of love
Charlotte Myers (age Saltburn, Cleveland xxxx
Natalie
on Oct 5th, 2009
@ 3:22 pm:

Hi George!

Wow there are so many replies on your site! Just wanted to say thanks for stopping to say hi to me, my mum and dad (tall guy with mostache!) at the show on Sunday morning… think you made my mum’s day. If you can’t remember that’s ok… but shame we missed your talk!

Keep up all the good work

Natalie
Alana
on Oct 6th, 2009
@ 2:28 pm:

Hi George,

Great to see you at the Home Improvement Show – really enjoyed your talks and seeing what you’d done to your own place. Myself and my boyfriend are big fans of The Home Show – only problem is after watching it he’s realised he needs £100k to make his house perfect (including the obligatory bi-fold doors of course!).

Can’t wait to see the new show.

Alana
samina
on Oct 9th, 2009
@ 3:32 pm:

hey im only 15 and i love ur show its great
Jan Watts
on Oct 10th, 2009
@ 3:11 pm:

Hi, George,
I’ve only recently discovered you- saw about 3 shows and then it ended! When are you on next? I think your ideas are wonderful, and I love to see your drawings on the walls, they look like 3D! I renovated a suburban bungalow about 3 years ago but I’m always up for ideas-thanks a lot!! I saw you at Grand designs yesterday(Friday) -super!
elaine
on Oct 11th, 2009
@ 9:23 pm:

Hi George
Met you today at the Grand Designs show, it was great, and meeting you was great for me and my family. My two little girls Sarah and Niamh havent stopped talking about you since we left the show, Niamh just keep saying what a nice man. We love your shows and will continue to tune into all your great programmes. Once again, lovely to meet you and good luck with all that you do in the future.
Best wishes
Elaine Mark Sarah and Niamh Abbott
Samantha
on Oct 12th, 2009
@ 5:42 pm:

Hi George!
I absolutely love watching the home show its brilliant! the houses you transfrom are just out of this world. Good luck with future developments!
Take care
Sam
x
Tori
on Oct 15th, 2009
@ 3:13 pm:

Hey there!
Just wanted to say love every project you’ve done!
Wish I had the cash for you to come sort out my house.

Any chance of a book from you? Then maybe I could twist your arm to come and have a signing at my place of work (waterstones’)

Keep up the good work and keep smiling!
Xxx
brad west
on Oct 15th, 2009
@ 5:10 pm:

Hi George

I live outside the uk and have had a chance to watch your series “The Home Show” Well done you really are talented with your ideas and designs. I really enjoy the show. Wish you great success with it and all the best.
alessandro
on Oct 20th, 2009
@ 4:26 pm:

hi george,
mate YOU ARE COOOOOOL….immagine that watching your show you put in me the passion for the architecture,
im italian and im living here since feb 2008, and i decide to leave my job to follow the university…i don’t know if i can enter at the UCL but probably in greenwich (hopefully), even because i don’t have a potfolio..anyway u think is good as university…?
is true that the courses are longer than 5 years….??i hope less even cos im 24…but i don’t care i believe on it..and on me…and i gonna follow your example…..take care…
Suzy
on Oct 22nd, 2009
@ 6:31 pm:

Hi George

My sister and I love watching ‘The Home Show’ every week. What you do is amazing.

You are so adoreable when you are moved to tears. Makes me want to leap out of my chair and give you a massive cuddle. You are the most gorgeous, genuine man on tv.

Keep doing the shows…

Love Suzy x
Michelle Cairns
on Oct 22nd, 2009
@ 8:28 pm:

Hi George – love your shows ! Small problem – being a hard working, relatively low paid nurse copying the great work you do to these houses is unachievable for me Are there any plans to make a programme where the budgets allow for allowing people like myself to make their home a joy to live in without breaking their bank – if so sign me up !
faye
on Oct 23rd, 2009
@ 9:05 pm:

Hi George,

oh my god love the home show !! i watch every one i also love you haha x (true)
ingrid gahagan
on Oct 26th, 2009
@ 3:12 pm:

HI George

Missing your show and wonder when the Restoration Man is due to commence? I work in property and especially love your passionate and skillful approach – gets under your skin doesnt it?

Like all the other females who have recorded a comment (not usually the type of thing i would do) im compelled to tell you that you make it compulsive viewing. Channel 4 have found a coup !

Hope one day to see you up in Bonnie Scotland.

Ingrid x
Kobus
on Oct 26th, 2009
@ 6:41 pm:

Hi George,

First of all – respect! I have only seen two of your shows (The Home Show), but I’m already hooked. Everything you say makes so much sense. I have a small architectural draughting office in George (South Africa) – dealing with clients are not always the easiest thing – especially conveying your ideas of how space will work better by changing a few things – usually when you have to demolish a few walls. How do you convince a client what will be and/or work the best? Budget is always a factor – but what’s the use in spending money, but not getting the most for your money.
ann
on Oct 26th, 2009
@ 9:40 pm:

hi george,
just want to let u no that we watch ur show every evening and really love it. keep up the fab show. by the way ur hot looking,
from annxxx
Helen Palmer
on Oct 28th, 2009
@ 1:51 am:

George.

I have been inspired…………..

I watched the home show couple of weeks ago having never seen or heard of you previously. After many years of raising a family in a traditional styled home – i realised how uninspiring my home is. I have always claimed to not liking modern furniture & design and plumped with same old “safe” styles for donkeys years. After watching the show i realised how much i loved the modern designs & concepts you to bring to the show.

I need a change. The kids have gone and i have a couple of quid to spend – Thanks for inspiration. Great show.
Debbie
on Oct 29th, 2009
@ 12:25 am:

Hi George

All I can say is WOW!

Your programmes are amazing and while I have some time from a ten year stint as a Lecturer – took voluntary redundancy…. I find myself rushing home whenever I can to watch your Home Show …

Do you think it would be a good idea to advise the government regarding the promotion of teaching design/architecture principles in a fun way in Schools? Some kind of virtual interactive teaching around design of buildings, home and fun places for kids … Just an idea ….. Not enough teaching in this field from early years for kids … this could poss foster great architects of the future as well as foster creativity in all aspects of life! What do you think?

Do you have a new series to be shown in 2010? I really do hope so as am addicted…..

Just wondered … Did you come acrosss your Edwardian House by chance or did you specifically look for this type of property to live in?

Just one last note … have just come back from Worcestershire .. a place called Broadway … Such a beautiful place with amazing buildings /architecture… wondered if you were familiar with this area? Returning to home which is Kent and then travelling into London I can see we have amazing buildings interspersed with some very grim stuff – 60’s built concrete council estates – i know some of are noteworthy but most not!! I find myself wondering why such a beautiful idyl like Broadway exists and is not replicated more throughout the country… Anyway just wondered on your thoughts on these matters.

All the best

Debbie aka would love to have studied architecture but plumped for a Law degree instead!! U never know may still attempt a change …
Fernando
on Oct 29th, 2009
@ 6:24 pm:

hi George Clarke!! just to say i try to whatch when I can!!thanks for all the amazing work you do and wll.love interior designer and you remind the first work I did in my friend flat in brixton.thanks for every day make me so emocional with your love and brilhant talent.your Brazilian fan.Bye!Bye!!
Evie
on Nov 1st, 2009
@ 3:28 pm:

Hi George .

I just wanted to say im a really big fan of you and i love watching all your programmes your amazing =]
Penni
on Nov 3rd, 2009
@ 9:19 pm:

Hi George. Just wanted to say I love the Home Show, I really wish I had the money for you to come and sort out our house!! Although quite what you could do with a tiny terraced bungalow to make it work for us I don’t know. If you’re ever in Gateshead……………lol!
Pete and Annie
on Nov 10th, 2009
@ 3:34 pm:

Dear Mr Clark

Just been watching the reruns of the Home Show during a rainy weeks holiday in the Lakes we’ve both been moved to tears! When I win the lottery (ha ha) we know who we’ll ask to project manage and design our dream house in Braithwaite Nr Keswick.
Keep up the good work! Pete and Annie xx
Anelya
on Nov 14th, 2009
@ 12:27 am:

You are very handsome man George!
Anelya
on Nov 14th, 2009
@ 12:38 am:

Hi George, lately you are in my head all the time and I don’t know why get out! Btw love your voice and your smile you are so HANDSOME!
Eileen from London
on Nov 15th, 2009
@ 11:46 pm:

Hiya George

i have a couple of interesting and valid and intelligent points and some observations

1) OMG @ you in the shower !!!!!! yummmmmmm

2) OMG at you in white T shirt and overalls and a sledgehammer

3) i am loving the show ive just sat and watched the whole series on channel 4 on demand online and think that what you do is amazing

ps not really valid or intelligent lol but hey what the hell
Sim
on Nov 16th, 2009
@ 2:57 pm:

Hi George,

A friend just spotted you at Lancaster station! I am very jealous indeed Are you likely to be doing a show here some point in the future?!
Your work is fab
Ben Mc Cabe
on Nov 17th, 2009
@ 5:51 pm:

Hi George,
Love the show. I am an a young qualified architect with a passion for beautiful buildings and design. I cannot seem to find architecture work since I graduated last year. I found a job presenting government owned buildings and art etc to foreign dignitaries to the country, but I really need to get my teeth into something. I don’t have RIBA yet, so it limits possibilites, so do you have any advice on how to kick start this career in the current climate?

Regards,
Ben

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struggling to finish the house
on Nov 17th, 2009
@ 8:14 pm:

Dear George,
Love your show and the enthusiasm you have for creating a home. My lovely husband and I are in the process of rescuing a victorian terraced house-total DIY novices. We think we are doing ok but really struggling to find a front door we both like. Wondered if you had any tips please? Yvonne
Kaleena
on Nov 21st, 2009
@ 5:37 pm:

Don’t pan up whatever you do .. haha!

Sorry … hi George!

Ive just watched all your episodes on 4oD and feel what you do is amazing! i’m currently studying architecture at Dundee uni…. got a long way to go only being in 1st year :/ n i’m a long way from having my own home (halls arn’t exactly homely!) but you inspire me and have made me more determined to just put my all into it and chase those dreams! You’ve also helped me realise what i want to persue this career for, and thats to improve peoples lives (aswel as doing something i’m passionate about)!

Thanx George, all the best!

Kaleena xx
Anna Maria Slater
on Nov 24th, 2009
@ 8:28 pm:

Hi George,

I wrote to you earlier in the year when I was doing my essay about you at college. I just wanted to say thanks for the advice you gave me about starting my own business as I have just completed my first job, a bathroom design for my parents’ friends! I would also like to thank you because you have really inspired me to achieve what I have done so far.
I was just wondering when Restoration Man is coming to our screens as I am looking forward to watching it. xx
helena rose
on Nov 25th, 2009
@ 12:01 am:

hi george,

i felt compelled to write to you because you and your programme just blew me away.
you are a fantastic architect and you never cease to amaze me with what you can pull off with such small budgets.
i am so sad now that the home show has finished and i cant wait for the next programme you do to come out.
thanks for being such an inspiration.
all my love,
helena.x
Claire
on Dec 14th, 2009
@ 6:10 pm:

Hi,
I am a student in year 12 who wants to become an architect. I know university is a fairly long way away but I’m doing research etc now to teach myself about architecture. Do you have any advice?
Thanks ever so much – I love your show!
Claire
BILL BUTLER AUSTRALIA
on Dec 16th, 2009
@ 3:09 am:

Hi george,
I’m such a fan of yours over here in Sydney Australia. Your program is amazing and I get goose bumps just watching the renovations and the the beautiful countryside of England.Hope one day you will visit our beautiful part of the world and I can say “HI George”
Carlton Arties
on Dec 24th, 2009
@ 4:58 am:

Your website came up in my research and I’m motivated by what you have penned on this issue. I am presently widening my enquiry and thus cannot contribute further, nonetheless, I have bookmarked your internet site and will be returning to keep up with any succeeding updates. Just Now love it and thanks for tolerating my input.
Ernest
on Dec 25th, 2009
@ 12:52 pm:

Hi George,

Believe you me i have been watching Home improvement TV shows on BBC Prime and now BBC Lifstyle for many years and your show (The Home Show) really knocked the socks off me!!! It is a really fantastic show and i am hooked.

One advise and maybe a request though, i have just bought a house here in my home town and it is a small 2 bedroom pad in the corner of a 70m x 80m property but i would like to build a new 1 bedroom cottage kind of house in the other corner of the property so i need someone to design that for me, can you pls help??? If you are happy to assist on this please advise how i can send you my ideas.

All the best and i promise, i will keep watching your shows and i cant wait for your next series (Series 1 is showing on TV here).

Take care and all the best in the New Year,

Ernest in Botswana!
Dave
on Jan 2nd, 2010
@ 5:49 pm:

hi george you inspired my friend he draws houses in art lessons we have. He has loved architecture ever since he was a little boy
Sophie
on Jan 5th, 2010
@ 11:33 pm:

Hi George!
Just wanted to say how much I enjoyed your last series. I admit im a late-comer as was channel hopping and heard the accent and felt like being at home! (Originally a Birtley lass fro my sins) As mine is also a slight mixture after living away was nice listening to a partner in exile! ha ha
I love watching programmes on architecture and the arts in general and was just curoius to know how do you keep your ideas and inspirations fresh? I was amazed at the outcome and how you seem to keep a clear focus on the client…it must be hard not to get caught up in oyur own style or ideas? Most people are encouraged to find their own ’style’ but you manage to forfeit this perfectly every time…if you know what I mean?
ps…Is there going to be another series??

Thanks, Soph
Jo - Sydney, Australia
on Jan 8th, 2010
@ 7:57 am:

Hi George

I was born and raised too in Sunderland and now live in Sydney Australia. Just wanted to let you know that I love watching your show. I run a small business supplying window furnishings mainly shutters, curtains and blinds so if you ever travel with your show downunder and need a supplier of window furnishings – look me up I’d love to work with you on one of your renovations.
Ramone
on Jan 8th, 2010
@ 4:06 pm:

Dear George,

What can I say, you are like a breat of fresh air, entering my living room every week, I have seen other makeovers, but they have not come close to THE HOME SHOW. All that time of watching other shows, I have been waiting to exhale, now I know what it is like to breathe. I have really enjoyed your show, so much so that I have submit my own application to the home show team, I cannot remember ever being so impressed with someone with such passion, emotion, being so conscious, so honest, and eager to please, and so worried. I would love to have you re-designed my space, either on or off the home show. What do you think, are you up for the challenge?????? Please let me know.

All the very best with all your endeavours and what the new year brings – but whatever you do please if you can keep the home show going, its the best thing on telly at the moment, I can honestly say that I have watched the origingals, the re-runs and the ones on line. Sad or what, no just very appreciative and very impressed

Take Care.

Ramone
Marlene Ellis
on Jan 10th, 2010
@ 5:42 pm:

Dear George:

Just wanted to say that I love your show, I think you are briliant, and they couldn’t have choosen a more perfect man for the job. I’m a big fan of the BBC and thier programing all together. I’m an artist myself, and a closit designer, I love all that stuff. There is nothing like building a dream, following them, and sticking to it. You have such a nice way about you, and how you relate to the people to have on your show. Keep up the great work, and I will continue to follow as long as the show is running. They are lucky to have you, Cheers Marlene
Jeffrey Haynes
on Jan 11th, 2010
@ 9:03 am:

“As practice makes perfect, I cannot but make progress; each drawing one makes, each study one paints, is a step forward.” Van Gogh
Derek
on Jan 26th, 2010
@ 2:56 pm:

Good day George,
I just wanted to say a hello from Norway.My fiance and I enjoy your show immensely on the “BBC living”channel over here in Oslo.
Much like your self I was born and raised in the North east, took my initial design studies in South shields then onto Newcastle college of Art & Interior Design.So many parallel lines here! (I was even re designing my parents rooms at 10!) I now enjoy a cracking vocation designing Hotels and cruise liners..great fun!
Just wanted to let you know; not only is yours a great programme but professionally speaking it is a joy to watch as not a hint of a whitewashing or makeover, it is true creative architecture!. So basically, nice one George, ..oh and a bonus ..my fiance thinks your rather dashing and tells me the north east turns out some very creative and handsome men! Take care
Derek
George Clarke
on Jan 28th, 2010
@ 10:10 am:

Jeffrey…Sounds good to me!!!!! George
George Clarke
on Jan 28th, 2010
@ 10:21 am:

Ramone. What a lovely email. Thank you so much for your compliments…flattering indeed! The 3rd series of the home show hasn’t been recommissioned yet but if you want a design consultation (depending on where you live) I can come to your home. please email home@clarkedesai.com and home@cdsbuild.co.uk. Thank you for all of your support! George
George Clarke
on Jan 28th, 2010
@ 10:22 am:

Hi Jo, a fellow Mackem! Lovely to hear from you. From all of the emails I’m getting I think I have to come to Australia! Maybe its time for me to make a series there. If we do I’ll give you a shout! Keep in touch. George
George Clarke
on Jan 28th, 2010
@ 10:40 am:

Dave…that is great to hear! Thanks for your email…and say hi to your friend for me and wish him luck! George
George Clarke
on Jan 28th, 2010
@ 10:45 am:

Hi Sophie…a Birtley lass! Very close to where I lived. I was brought up in Washington. Architecture is not just about design and style. Its about people and you really have to focus on your client to deliver a successful project. Its about them…not me! You can never lose sight of that in the redesign of any home. Thanks for watching and keep in touch. George x
George Clarke
on Jan 28th, 2010
@ 10:48 am:

Hi Derek. Good to hear from you! A fellow North-Easterner! Your missus obviously has very good taste LOL!!!!!! Seriously, thanks for your kind comments and thanks for watching the show. I’ve got to make a trip to Oslo…Norway has one of my favourite architects…Sverre Fehn…look out for his beautiful buildings! Keep in touch. George
George Clarke
on Jan 28th, 2010
@ 11:03 am:

Marlene, that is very sweet. Homes are such important things in our lives and its an absolute pleasure to be able to help people realize their dreams. Thanks for watching the show…I’m very grateful. George x
Derek
on Feb 2nd, 2010
@ 10:40 am:

Cheers George,
Yes Sverre Fehn was a radical man for his time..
Well, If you’re ever in Norway/Oslo let me know
Regards
Derek
Ramone
on Feb 8th, 2010
@ 9:54 pm:

Dear George,

Thank you for your response and office details will get in touch in regard to design consultation- I live in the North West London Area.

Kind Regards

Ramone
Penni
on Feb 9th, 2010
@ 3:45 pm:

Hi George

I have just had a meeting with Gateshead Council about adaptations to my house for my disabled son. He should qualify for a Disabled Facilities Grant of £30k to add a downstairs bedroom. The lovely guy from the council thought we’d have no chance of adding a bathroom to the build for the money, but I was wondering if you thought there might be a way within the budget. I’d love to do it once, and do it right, but as I’m recently widowed, I’m not comfortable in taking out a new mortgage just at the moment and anything over £30k would have to be funded by me. Access is also an issue, and I’ll have to have an outside step lift put in. I need to find alternative funding for this because £10k is a big chunk to lose from the build kitty. Any advice you could give me will be very gratefully received.

Cheers
Penni

George Clarke

Architect and TV presenter

George Clarke

TV

2008 The Home Show – Series 1 : 6 x 60 min programmes for Channel 4. With over 3 million viewers George transforms the ordinary houses of UK families into beautiful homes.

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