The Restoration Man

Synopsis

Architect George Clarke travels around Great Britain profiling people restoring historically and architecturally significant buildings. The series typically features people aiming to convert non-residential structures – including churches, water towers and windmills – into homes. Each episode chronicles the difficulties the owners face during the conversion, including restrictions in place for listed buildings. Clarke researches each building's history and architecture, interviews people who previously lived or worked there, and shares his findings with the new owners.