Interior Design Masters Is Back: Everything You Need To Know About Series 7

Pick up your paintbrush and clear the diary because Interior Design Masters with Alan Carr is officially back on our screens. Series 7 premieres tomorrow night, Tuesday 21st April 2026, at 8pm on BBC One and iPlayer. Alan Carr is returning to host the chaos, while the formidable Michelle Ogundehin is back in the head judge seat to decide who has the vision and who is just playing it safe.

This year, 10 fresh faced amateur designers are competing for a career defining contract and the chance to launch their very own homewares range. Across eight episodes, they will take on high stakes transformations, moving from the tiny constraints of coastal huts to the sheer scale of a castle hotel.

Alan has already warned viewers that it is bigger, bolder and quite frankly more bonkers than ever before.

Why Episode One Is A Masterclass In Small Space Design

The series kicks off on the South Coast with a challenge that hits home for anyone living in a squeezed UK flat: transforming Dorset beach huts.

On the surface, a beach hut seems like a simple project. In reality, they are a nightmare of multi functional demands and notoriously tight floor space. As Alan points out, these tiny structures force designers to think on their feet because there is literally nowhere to hide a bad decision.

Michelle adds another layer to this. She reminds viewers that good design isn’t about pretty pictures, it is about how a space actually works for the people living in it. She is looking for designers who move beyond surface decoration and understand how a space supports daily life, connection and comfort.

Whether you are styling a holiday hut or trying to make sense of a narrow hallway in a Victorian terrace, the lessons in this first episode about making every centimetre count will be pure gold.

Meet The Designers Taking The Leap

This year’s line up is a proper mix of perspectives, and Michelle says it’s one of the widest ranges the show has ever seen. You have designers who think sculpturally, designers who come from graphic design, designers who lean into history, and designers who thrive on maximalist layering.

There is Ajeet, who turned to design after being made redundant exactly a year before the first challenge began, and Duran, who applied after her sister pushed her to take a chance following a 10-year relationship ending. Ben brings a love of Victorian antiques, while Sophie champions maximalism and intentional clutter. Teo wants to show that interior design isn’t a boxed in interest but a way for everyone to create a space where they can switch off and feel comfortable.

Alan says watching contestants grow is one of his favourite parts of hosting the show. He calls himself a proud dad when past designers go on to launch collections, collaborate with major names, or build thriving design careers.

Interior Design Masters: Series 7 Official Trailer – BBC

Steal The Tricks Without The Design Disasters

If there is one trend to watch out for this series, it is colour drenching. Alan has become a full convert, urging everyone to grab the boldest tin of paint they can find and just go for it. It is an easy way to transform a room, though he did have to step in when one designer’s stencilled map ended up looking more like damp patches.

Michelle’s advice for those of us watching at home is even simpler: make a decision. Indecision is what usually derails a home project. Even a wrong choice will teach you more about your style than staring at a blank wall for six months.

Bigger Spaces, Bigger Stakes

Later in the series, the designers take on a castle hotel, a challenge that pushes them far beyond the cosy scale of the beach huts. It is a chance to see who can scale up their ideas without losing clarity or confidence. With only two days to complete each transformation, the pressure is constant and the stakes are high.

Michelle says the most exciting moments are when a designer stops trying to get it right and starts trusting their instincts. Those are the transformations that stay with you, because they show a designer stepping into their own voice.

Bringing The Masterclass Home

As we watch these designers battle it out over the next eight weeks, it is the perfect time to look at our own four walls with a bit more ambition. You do not need a BBC budget or a castle hotel to make an impact. Our Furniture Outlet Stores in London and Essex offer a wide range of styles to help you recreate your favourite looks in your own home.

Whether you are Team Minimalist or leaning into rebellious layers, we have the pieces to help you back yourself and embrace the transition. The BBC has already confirmed an eighth series, with casting open for 2026 and 2027, so the momentum behind the show is clearly not slowing down.

Grab a brew, settle in for the series premiere tomorrow night, and get ready to start your own transformation. Interior Design Masters with Alan Carr starts tomorrow, Tuesday 21st April, at 8pm on BBC One. You can also stream every episode on BBC iPlayer.

Images Credit: Interior Design Masters / BBC One / DSP / Chris Lobina

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