In a world where homes have become more than just places to live, this May, The Home Channel brings you a lineup of shows that transform everyday spaces – and the lives of the people who inhabit them. Viewers are invited on a journey of bold reinventions, smart investments, and heartwarming personal stories. Whether it’s turning tired vacation homes into income-generating getaways, redefining rental living with budget brilliance, or pushing the boundaries of design in epic architectural feats, each show champions the idea that where – and how – we live can change everything.
Scott’s Vacation House Rules
On Scott’s Vacation House Rules, Scott McGillivray helps make homeowner’s dreams come true by unlocking the hidden potential in their dated, uninspired vacation property. Each homeowner needs Scott’s help for a different reason: one couple needs their vacation home to help pay for their children’s education; while another doesn’t want to sell the treasured family cottage and needs an alternative.
Each homeowner has a different story, but they all have one thing in common – no one will want to rent their rundown vacation property the way it looks now. With years of smart real estate investing and renovation experience, Scott will highlight the rental potential in each property, by encouraging homeowners to have their property work for them.
Thursdays 20:00 / Sundays 16:30
Grand Designs
The latest season of Grand Designs is as wide ranging, inspiring and involving as ever. There’s a crumbling 18th century listed folly castle in Buckinghamshire, tortuously restored and re-invented as a family home for four. In Cornwall, a surfer brings to life a giant steel and glass house inspired by an 80’s cult film. There’s a cutting edge ‘healthy house’ near Richmond, meticulously designed to improve the health of two young boys living with life threatening conditions.
In Leominster, a beautiful steel and aluminium barn is built by lifelong friends on land where they both played as children. Identical twin brothers create twin contemporary industrial houses on stilts overlooking a mill pond in Sheffield. Near Lewes is a ground-breaking home made entirely from high tech concrete for a deep-sea diver and family. And not forgetting a revisit to the giant cob castle in Devon, one man’s vision that’s taken 8 long years of struggle to finally complete. Kevin McCloud is once again on hand to share the pain, and celebrate the triumphs, of those risking everything to create extraordinary new places to live.
Thursdays 21:00 / Sundays 15:00
Flat Out Fabulous
Flat Out Fabulous is a unique and inspiring makeover show for Generation Rent. In each episode, stylish yet thrifty interior designer, Whinnie Williams, proves that you don’t have to own your own home to make it look incredible. She’s a design queen who dares to be different and believes that if housemates clubbed together and rolled their sleeves up, for just the cost of a big night out, they could jazz up their living room and transform it into an amazing, shared space.
Whinnie and her co-host, Tyler West, are passionate about showing that home renovations don’t have to cost a fortune and that you can have that million-pound look for less. In each episode, they travel to a different part of the UK, meeting a wide variety of flatmates surrounded by dull decor and flagging furniture. After scouring vintage shops, online auctions and giving loads of smart upcycling and decorating tips, they share how anyone can go from lacklustre lounge to Flat Out Fabulous in a few simple – and cost-effective – steps.
Mondays 19:30 / Saturdays 10:30
Donal Skehan, Home Cook
And finally, Donal Skehan shares a variety of recipes designed to fit the needs of busy households, making meal prep easier and more enjoyable in Donal Skehan, Home Cook. His easy-to-follow recipes come with time-saving tips, practical cooking advice, and helpful hacks to simplify your kitchen routine.
Donal also highlights the kitchen gadgets he uses at home, offering recommendations to make cooking more efficient. Whether you’re experienced or just starting, his tips and recipes aim to save time and enhance your cooking experience.
Wednesdays 18:00 / Saturdays 15:30
For all the best in home interiors, DIY, property, food and health, tune in to The Home Channel on DStv Channel 176, and The Home Channel + on Openview Channel 113.
Leave a Comment