Ep 13. Family Bedsit

Nick Knowles: Original Home Restoration is a show where host Nick Knowles, a qualified builder, tackles some of the toughest home restoration projects in the UK. Each episode centers around a different property that is in dire need of renovation, and Nick provides his expertise to help the homeowners transform their homes back to their former glory. In season 1, episode 13, entitled "Family Bedsit," Nick takes on a project that will be a new type of challenge for him.

The property that Nick will be working on is a small bedsit that the owners have been trying to sell for years. The property is located in a prime location in London, but it has fallen into disrepair over the years and is in desperate need of a makeover. The owners, a young family with two small children, have been unable to sell the property due to its poor condition. They have been living in the property for some time, but the cramped space is starting to take its toll on them, and they are eager to move on to something more suitable.

As Nick starts work on the bedsit, he quickly realizes that this project will be a unique challenge. The property is small, but it has been poorly designed, and the layout makes no sense. Nick realizes that he will need to completely gut the property and start from scratch if he wants to create a space that is functional and livable for the family.

Nick starts by knocking down walls and removing old fixtures and fittings. He quickly discovers that the property has some serious structural issues that need to be addressed before any other work can be completed. Nick brings in a team of structural engineers to help him strengthen the property's foundations and ensure that it is safe for the family to live in.

Once the structural work is complete, Nick starts to focus on the design of the space. He works with the family to create a layout that will work for them, taking into account their lifestyle and their needs. Nick wants to create a space that is open and airy, with plenty of natural light.

Nick uses a lot of clever design tricks to make the most of the small space. He adds storage solutions in unexpected places, such as under the stairs and in alcoves, to make sure that the family has enough space to store their belongings. He also creates a central island in the kitchen that doubles as a dining table to save space.

As Nick works on the bedsit, he faces a number of challenges along the way. The property is in a busy area, and there is limited space to park and unload materials. Nick also has to contend with unexpected issues, such as discovering that the plumbing system needs to be completely replaced.

Despite these challenges, Nick perseveres, and the end result is nothing short of spectacular. The bedsit has been transformed into a beautiful, open space that is perfect for the young family. The design is modern and stylish, with a neutral color palette that makes the space feel bright and airy. The family is thrilled with the transformation and can't believe that this is the same property that they were struggling to sell just a few months ago.

In the end, Nick has succeeded in creating a space that is both functional and beautiful. The family now has a home that they can be proud of, and they are grateful to Nick for his hard work and dedication. This episode of Nick Knowles: Original Home Restoration is a must-watch for anyone who wants to see how a small space can be transformed into something truly remarkable.