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George Clarke reveals horse box transformation
George Clarke, the celebrated television presenter and architect, has remained a fixture on our screens for numerous years and returns this weekend with a fresh instalment of Remarkable Renovations.
During a previous interview, the 50-year-old revealed he regards himself as the "happiest man in the world " because he gets to pursue his passion daily.
George made the leap from creating buildings to exploring projects with fellow property developers on television, following a chance encounter with a literary agent.
He has presented multiple television programmes including Amazing Spaces, Ugly House to Lovely House, the Channel 4 series George Clarke's Old House, New Home, and his most recent series, George Clarke's Remarkable Renovations.
But what do we know about his existence beyond the spotlight? reports the Mirror.
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How it all began
George entered the world in May 1974 and launched his architectural journey at merely 16, taking a position with a local practice in his native Washington.
He enhanced his expertise by obtaining a BTEC in building and construction at Wearside College in Sunderland, an institution which has since closed.
Subsequently, George obtained a BA in Architecture from Newcastle University before securing his post-graduate qualification from The Bartlett School of Architecture at University College London (UCL).
Upon completion of his studies, the father-of-three joined Faulkner Browns in Newcastle before founding his own practice, clarke:desai, in 1998.
He departed in 2011 to launch George Clarke + Partners.
Journey to TV stardom
Following a commission to pen an architecture book, he caught the attention of a literary agent who also represented TV figures.
This link led to George being asked to audition for a brand new Channel 5 show, Build A New Life In The Country. He impressed bosses and landed the presenting role.
He then went on to helm a string of successful shows including The Restoration Man and George Clarke's Remarkable Renovations. His triumph continued as he was offered another chance, presenting A Dream Home Abroad for the same network.
Channel 4 deal
In 2008, George switched to Channel 4, where he has since presented countless programmes including The Restoration Man, George Clarke's Amazing Spaces and 2015's Amazing Spaces Shed of the Year.
Reflecting on his illustrious television journey, George expressed his gratitude in an interview with the Big Issue: "When I started in television, someone said we're offering you the job because you're really passionate about architecture and design.
"I don't present anything else. I present programmes about architecture and design and property and houses and, you know, tree houses, caravans, camper vans, quirky business spaces. But it's still design. So I still don't see myself as a performer.
"When I get paid to wax lyrical about what I am passionate about, it is a privilege. If people watch and enjoy it, are educated or entertained by it, then I'm the happiest man in the world."
Family tragedy
George was merely seven years old when he lost his father in a devastating water skiing accident. This devastating incident became a pivotal moment for the television presenter, motivating him to embrace life fully and pursue his aspirations.
In a heartfelt interview with the Big Issue, he revealed: "From that young age I think I knew I could either wallow in this and go down a dark road, be angry and bitter about the world that has taken my dad away from me or live every day the best I possibly can. It was awful.
"I was devastated. It's something I carry every single day. But I decided I was going to make the absolute most out of life. So I'm all in with life. I'm going to enjoy every day.
"When I was the age my dad was when he died, I travelled from London to Sunderland and back in a day to stop by his grave. I remember saying, every day past today is a day longer than you had. So I'm going to be grateful for every second of it."
Divorce
George encountered his first wife, Australian animator and art director Catriona Drummond, whilst employed by her brother. The pair enjoyed a blissful marriage for numerous years and share three children together, Georgie, Emilio and Iona.
In an interview, when asked about his favourite activity, George responded: "Going home to see my wife and our children."
Before their split in 2013, the couple lived in Notting Hill. They released a joint statement at the time saying: "We have been married quite a long time and decided to part. We have separate custody of the kids and are going through an amicable separation and divorce."
George tied the knot with his second wife, American fashion marketing and communications consultant Katie Morgan Jones, in a romantic ceremony in Ibiza in September 2018. Initially, Katie and George lived in their London property with the children, before moving to a house in the Cotswolds.
In The Times, George wrote: "I'm in Gloucestershire with my wife and three kids. The house, which we bought last year, sits on a steep hill so you enter it at the upper level. We have the kitchen and living room on the first floor, while the bedrooms, bathrooms and storage rooms are on the ground floor.
"I also have a place in London, but home is in the Cotswolds now. I have quite a nomadic life - I travel a lot and spend on average three nights a week in hotels - so I take every opportunity I can to get home."
George announced their separation in February 2022, and publicly confirmed his relationship with opera singer Florence Hvorostovsky in July of the same year.
Speaking to the Big Issue, the father-of-three acknowledged that 'love is the biggest thing in the world' but admitted: "On relationships, I'm probably not the best person to talk to because I've been divorced twice. So it's not easy."
George's own home
George previously purchased a classic 1960s Notting Hill property in 2015 and carried out a comprehensive refurbishment of the sprawling residence.
The dwelling includes his private study, crammed with literature, pictures and building plans filling every spare nook. Discussing his love for literature, George previously disclosed: "Books. Reading is one of my escapes. My daughter the other day said, 'Dad, you've got to get rid of some of your books'.
"You can't see my coffee table anymore because it's stacked, 10 books high, over the whole thing. If I carry on, soon I won't be able to see the TV."
Any interior designer would covet the sumptuous dwelling, which also features a hidden garden workshop. Describing this sanctuary, George previously told the Daily Mail: "This studio, which I built in my garden after buying my house three years ago, is where I escape to read and write. It's so peaceful except for the rumble of the Tube going past, but I love that.
"My house is from the 60s and it reminds me of my mum's place on an estate in Sunderland though sadly it's about 15 times more expensive."
George is known for keeping his home life private, but he has previously shared that his children share his passion for building.
In a conversation with Andi Peters on ITV's Lorraine, he revealed: "I've almost thrown them in at the deep end to be honest with you. I think the sooner you get your kids building and doing stuff, the better."
He further commented: "I think the sooner you teach them the safer it is, getting them to learn how use tools in a really safe way and hammers and power tools and stuff like that, the earlier they start the better. And they got to work on the garden shed which was fantastic."
Watch George Clarke's Remarkable Renovations on Channel 4 on Wednesday from 8pm.
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