The Arrival and First Room

Episode overview

Blaze and Palmer arrive in Sicily and finally see the house they bought sight unseen. Its condition is worse than they expected. They begin with a neglected bedroom and plan a luxurious Sicilian-inspired retreat. With Thomson’s guidance, the pair tackle demolition, plastering and painting. They also restore original details by hand. Trips to local markets and Palermo help them source fabrics and develop their vision. However, mounting pressure and constant surprises threaten the first room reveal.

47 minutes