Grand Designs Australia (2010)

S1E1 Bushfire House

In February 2009, Chris Clarke completed his dream home in Callignee, Gippsland, a stunning blend of timber and steel. Tragically, just days after its completion, the house was consumed by the catastrophic Black Saturday bushfires, leaving Chris with nothing but a scorched shell and a concrete slab. Overwhelmed by grief, he resolved to rebuild, determined to salvage every usable piece from the ruins. In the months that followed, Chris crafted an extraordinary new home, incorporating durable recycled materials alongside cutting-edge fire-resistant elements. Now known as Callignee One, this resilient structure wears its tumultuous history proudly. Will Callignee Two stand strong against the challenges of the Australian bush?