Watch Grand Designs tonight at 9pm on Channel 4.
Grand Designs is on Channel 4 tonight at 9pm.
Watch, record or stream it with a Humax Aura 4K UHD set-top box.
Tonight, from her childhood in the Wye Valley, Rosa dreamed of transforming a century-old, family-owned decommissioned steam railway reservoir into a home—a vision sparked by her grandad Leo’s inspiration. Now, more than two decades later, Rosa and her partner Craig are determined to bring this dream to life.
Their bold plan involves reimagining the reservoir as a stunning living space, featuring massive openings in its flank walls to flood the interior with light. A dramatic mezzanine above the kitchen will offer breathtaking views of the valley, while a subterranean concrete extension will house four bedrooms and encircle a hidden courtyard garden at the home’s core.
The ambitious vision is fueled by their deep connection to the reservoir, but their inexperience and a tight £700,000 budget—funded primarily through borrowing—quickly threaten the project. Builders’ quotes exceed their budget, leaving the couple at a crossroads. Despite months of tough decisions and setbacks, a personal tragedy compels Rosa and Craig to push forward against all odds.
What follows is a grueling journey through a pandemic, financial crises, pregnancy, and a timeline that stretches from the planned twelve months to over three years. Through it all, Rosa and Craig cling to the hope that their passion and determination will turn this extraordinary dream into reality. But as the dust settles, one question remains: will Rosa’s beloved reservoir truly feel like home?
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