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How a TV interior designer is helping revive a remote Scottish island

On Ulva, in the Inner Hebrides, Banjo Beale and his husband are transforming a rundown mansion into their dream hotel, while another adventurous couple have created a charming bothy for hardier folk

The Guardian - UK

Aberdeenshire farmhouse wins top prize in Scotland's Home of the Year contest

A FARMHOUSE in Aberdeenshire has been crowned Scotland’s home of the year in the finale of a BBC Scotland television series...

The National (Scotland)

Look inside the 2025 Scotland’s Home of the Year finalists

THE six properties competing for the coveted title of Scotland's Home of the Year 2025 have been revealed

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William and Kate release romantic image as they enjoy anniversary on Mull

The Prince and Princess of Wales helped renovate a community-owned space on the Scottish island.

Evening Standard

William and Kate reveal joy over spending wedding anniversary on Mull

The Prince and Princess of Wales helped renovate a community-owned space on the island of Mull.

Evening Standard

William and Kate celebrate 14th wedding anniversary on visit to Isle of Mull

The Prince and Princess of Wales’s Royal Foundation is providing financial support for rural projects on the popular island.

Evening Standard

Crowds cheer William and Kate on wedding anniversary visit to Isle of Mull

The Prince and Princess of Wales’s Royal Foundation is providing financial support for rural projects on the popular island.

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'It marches to the beat of its own drum' – interior design star Banjo Beale speaks to us about Scottish style and his life in the Hebrides

And why heritage and quirkiness is the look he's loving now

Ideal Home

TV tonight: Bake Off is back but is it on borrowed time?

Paul Hollywood and pals return for the show’s 15th series. Plus: an Aussie interior designer tries to transform an apothecary on the Outer Hebrides. Here’s what to watch this evening

The Guardian - UK

The experts: interior designers on 20 brilliant, bargain ways to improve your home

Don’t be afraid of reupholstering, use paint to transform everything, and collect affordable accessories to take from rental to rental. Designers on the home improvements they have made and loved themselves

The Guardian - UK

Take a peek at Scotland's Home of the Year finalists

SIX regional finalists will face off on Monday for one final showdown as judges will decide who will be crowned Scotland's Home of the Year.

The National (Scotland)

Scotland's Home of The Year viewers can't get over the wallpaper choice as show hits the south

Judges Anna Campbell Jones, Banjo Beale, and Michael Angus explored the remaining three houses in the competition.

Daily Record

Scotland's Home of The Year continues as fans insist one property was 'robbed' of victory

Judging panel Anna Campbell Jones, Banjo Beale, and Michael Angus travelled through Bridge of Allan, Auchterarder, and Dunblane to pick their favourite home.

Daily Record

Two Stirling homes in the running for prestigious BBC Home of the Year prize

The properties in Bridge of Allan and Dunblane are in the running to be nominated for the Central region.

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Scotland's Home of the Year leaves viewers asking how much heating costs in impressive pads

Judges and interior designers Anna Campbell Jones, Banjo Beale, and architect Michael Angus viewed viewed properties in the North East and Northern Isles.

WhatToWatch

TV tonight: Our highlights for Wednesday, May 17

Matt Willis: Fighting Addiction is just one of the gems on TV tonight.

Daily Record

Scotland's Home of the Year viewers not happy at winning pad on first episode of new series

The Edinburgh abode scored a perfect 30 from judges Danny Campbell, Anna-Campbell Jones and Banjo Beale.

Glasgow Live

Scotland’s Home of the Year judge and Glasgow blogger Kate Spiers leaves show

Since its launch in 2019, Scotland’s Home of the Year has fast become a ‘must-watch’ show on the BBC One Scotland and BBC iPlayer, making it one of the broadcasters Top 5 brands.

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Ideal Home

'Make it look as un-styled as possible' - Interior Designer Banjo Beale reveals his secret for styling a blanket

The Interior Design Master's winner has launched a beautiful collection of blankets with the Tartan Blanket Company

The Guardian - UK

TV tonight: a royal coat fitting for a dog ahead of the coronation

Designer Patrick Grant explores sartorial preparations for the coronation parade. Plus: Race Across the World reaches Nova Scotia. Here’s what to watch this evening

The Guardian - UK

TV tonight: did Karl Lagerfeld really leave his fortune to his pet cat?

This documentary investigates the man behind the glasses. Plus: Race Across the World reaches Quebec. Here’s what to watch this evening

Glasgow Live

'Damp and crumbling' Scottish bothy on tiny island with no power transformed for just £500

If you're into a bit of DIY, this TV show may take it to a whole new level - and with just a £500 budget, no warm water or power, it's safe to say the team did an amazing job.

The Guardian - UK

TV tonight: Stacey Dooley’s bleak but extremely moving visit to Ukraine

She meets the civilians who are taking up arms against Russia. Plus: Banjo Beale beautifies the Isle of Mull. Here’s what to watch this evening

WhatToWatch

TV tonight: Our highlights for Wednesday, April 12

Designing the Hebrides is just one of the gems on TV tonight.

The Guardian - UK

Banjo: Designing the Hebrides – so nice it will make you want to move to the Highlands

This warm, relaxing home makeover show is set amid wondrous scenery, is light on premise and has precisely zero peril. It’s absolutely lovely

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