INTERIOR DESIGN MASTERS

  • 02 Nov - 08 Nov, 2019
  • Mag The Weekly
  • TV TIME


Interior Design Masters on Netflix joins the wealth of reality competition shows out there showcasing aspirants in different career paths. In this British series, would-be interior designers face off in a rolling series of real-world design scenarios. Each week, the competing cast – here, 10 designers of varying skill sets, experience levels and personal backgrounds – faces off in a different challenge which will ultimately result in one being winnowed from the field. The success or failure of any show of this ilk is dependent on two major factors: the tone and standard set by the presenters and judges, and the charm and skill of the cast. Here, we’ve got quality on both counts. Longtime British television presenter Fearne Cotton emcees the endeavour with patience and charm, reserving judgement for the keen eye. The cast itself is deep with both design talent and relatable charm. There are experienced designers. As the design challenges unfold, we see that experience level or purity of style isn’t a pure predictor of success for contestants – they’ve got to be able to adapt to the moment and the specifics of each design brief. In the first episode, the original 10 is split into two teams of five, each tasked with staging a builder’s model home. Each individual designer is assigned a room to design on their own while maintaining a cohesive whole aesthetic as a team. This presents the first hint of drama, as some of the designers have immediate apprehension about their teammates’ ambitions and notions of what looks good. Over the course of the 8-episode season, the designers get to work overhauling restaurants, salons, lackluster hotels, and more with their unique POV in an attempt to stand out and win the grand prize.

It’s a yes from us.

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