Grand Designs (1999)

S3E4 The Victorian Threshing Barn, Surrey

For Philip and Angela, their construction project symbolized a major shift in their lives that started two years ago. Following the birth of their second daughter, Philip faced a serious health crisis, leading the family to leave London and return to his parents' village. Securing the land was straightforward since it belonged to his parents. However, obtaining planning permission was a lengthy process, with a key element in their favor being their commitment to restoring the barn's exterior while ensuring that the modern changes remained discreet.