The architect of one of Grand Design’s most dramatic homes has recalled how a workman’s blunder cost him £200k. Richard Hawkes, from Staplehurst, has described the moment his unique roof design collapsed before his eyes, while filming took place for the Channel 4 show. As presenter Kevin McCloud spoke to the camera, a loud noise could be heard and the roof was seen crumbling behind him as a contractor fell through the eco-friendly arch he had created for this new home. The unique design, the world’s largest timbrel vaulted arch, was completely unsupported comprising of a 100mm thick layer of t…
