‘I laughed and cried with joy!’ Fans praise Amanda Holden and Alan Carr’s ‘fabulous transformation’ of €1 Sicilian flat wax as results are revealed
Fans praised Amanda Holden and Alan Carr’s ‘fabulous transformation’ of a waxed Sicilian flat after the results of the renovation were revealed on Friday.
The Britain’s Got Talent judge, 52, and the comedian, 46, bought two flats for one euro each and spent three months transforming them into a stunning holiday home.
The duo documented the process on the BBC show Amanda and Alan: The Italian Job with viewers praising their “teamwork” and “eye for design”.
Others begged for another series as they “laughed and cried with joy” at the “fun and entertaining” show.
The condo is now for sale and proceeds from the furnished two-bedroom, two-bathroom vacation home will be split between Comic Relief and Children In Need.
Well done! Fans praised Amanda Holden and Alan Carr’s ‘fabulous transformation’ of a waxed Sicilian flat after the results of the renovation were revealed on Friday.
Sharing their thoughts on Twitter, one person wrote: ‘I really enjoyed seeing the fabulous transformation.
‘Alan and Amanda put on the show – very good balls, with an eye for design. Very fun and entertaining. Sad that it’s over!! My favorite room is the kitchen.
Another added: “Well done Amanda and Alan. Just watched all eight shows. Made me laugh and cry. What a joy to see such a great result come from just 2 euros and 2 great British stars showing that everything can be done with love and teamwork and friendship… More please….’
‘Who would have thought Amanda and Alan’s Italian work would be so entertaining, I love what they have done, the cooking is amazing. Where do I buy this apartment? a third written.
Someone else wrote: ‘Wow, absolutely stunning! You have done an amazing job!! I even cried at the end, I was so involved, well done guys!’
On the show, the 1,300-square-foot apartment was completely searched, after the couple found it abandoned, littered with trash, and used by squatters.
Amanda and Alan tackled the property from scratch, engaging in DIY jobs from plastering to plumbing.
Opening: The Britain’s Got Talent judge and the comedian bought two flats for one euro each and spent three months transforming them into a stunning holiday home.
Surprising: Flat is now for sale and proceeds from furnished 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom vacation home will be split between Comic Relief and Children In Need
Praise: Viewers praised his ‘teamwork’ and ‘eye for design’, while others begged for another series as they ‘laughed and cried with joy’ at the ‘funny and entertaining’ show.
The stunning flat is featured on Rightmove, with the description: ‘All three balconies offer stunning views of the landscape, making it the perfect spot to watch the sun go down.
“It also comes with a shared walled patio, perfect for al fresco dining or just enjoying the Mediterranean sunshine.”
In the latest episode, the friends admire their work after tackling a bedroom and bathroom each and the living room and kitchen together.
Then: On the show, the 1,300-square-foot apartment got a complete overhaul, after the couple found it abandoned, littered with trash, and used by squatters.
At Work: Amanda and Alan tackled the property from scratch, engaging in DIY jobs from plastering to plumbing.
The actress says: ‘It’s beautiful! Although our tastes are very different, it has a really lovely flow. I feel a little sad that it’s over. I really love it.’
The show has attracted 4.5 million viewers and there are now reports that the BBC is planning a second series next year in a different location.
said a source Mirror: ‘The BBC bosses have been delighted. The warmth and humor of their friendship as they have become attached to DIY, design and the Sicilian way of life has proved to be a huge success.”
MailOnline has contacted the BBC for comment.