Single Dad Bought An Old Double-Decker Bus And Turned It Into A Gift For His Daughter
When an English tradesman decided to make over a double-decker bus, it was just the kind of job that was bound to attract the attention of celeb architect George Clarke. But even the TV sensation could not have expected the outcome that the carpenter achieved: the bus was transformed into a vacation home just perfect for him and his daughter.
TV presenter
Clarke is the presenter of British TV show Amazing Spaces, a series which has been on U.K. television’s Channel 4 since 2012. On it, people turn the most curious of things into homes. The show’s all about how ingenious DIY superstars can convert unlikely objects into fascinating and liveable spaces, using all their creativity to achieve the almost-impossible.
Perfect solution
Given the aim of the show, it was no wonder that Clarke was interested in the scheme to transform an old bus. It was the dream of Collier Collier, a carpenter in his 40s. He’s the kind of can-do guy who found the perfect solution to the problem of not having enough money to buy a vacation home.
Celebrity architect
As for Clarke, he’s an architect who has branched out into presenting on television. He’s also engaged in campaigning and educating people about architecture. His belief is that good design in buildings is not just for the elite, but something from which everyone can benefit. Put simply, good design can change lives for the better.
Passionate about homes
Setting out his deepest beliefs about the places that we live, Clarke has this to say on his website, “Home is the most powerful form of architecture that affects us all, and if you are lucky enough to have a warm and comfortable roof over your head, it is a very special place indeed.”
