Grand Designs

Season 2 Episode 5: The Cruciform House, Lambourn Valley, Berkshire

When Rupert and Julie bought a hilltop site in the Berkshire Downs, they were determined to build a house that would make the most of the countryside and stunning views. They turned to architecture firm Roderick James, which specialises in modern design and traditional timber craftsmanship. Together with architect Hugh McGann, they came up with a house of green oak and glass, built in an unusual cruciform (cross) shape.

Genre:

Documentary, Reality

Seasons:

28

Episodes:

265

Cast:

Kevin McCloud

Quality:

HD

Duration:

45 min

First Air:

1999

Rating:

7.2