Big Brother 2023: FIRST LOOK at the new house
Fans of Big Brother have been provided with their initial glimpse of the fresh house before the upcoming return of the reality show on Sunday.
property. The images show a spacious outdoor area with lush greenery, a swimming pool, and a seating area perfect for relaxing or entertaining guests. The garden appears to be well-maintained and offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of city life.vast build.
This year’s house has prioritized sustainability by incorporating an outdoor water tank to collect rainwater, which will be used to fill the jacuzzi.
Richard Arnold from Good Morning Britain shared a sneak peek of the garden on Friday. He also discussed how the show’s dedication to sustainability has influenced the interior design of this year’s house.
He stated that there is a bathtub placed on a raised platform. Originally, they planned to use a transparent bathtub, but it would need to be imported from China, which goes against the theme of sustainability in the house this year.
Fans of Big Brother have been provided with a sneak peek of the new house before the reality show’s upcoming premiere on Sunday.
During Friday’s episode of Good Morning Britain, viewers were given a tour of the garden, which featured an outdoor fireplace reminiscent of Love Island.
Richard acknowledged that he was not permitted to give viewers a tour of the house. However, he subtly suggested the presence of multiple double beds for intimate encounters and described the living area as “vast.”
He also mentioned that the Diary Room, which is where housemates can express their difficulties and concerns to Big Brother, includes the largest chair he has ever encountered.
In the past, the smoking area has been a constant subject of conversation and rumors within the house. However, this year, it will be positioned out of sight from the cameras, only equipped with a microphone to capture any intense discussions.
The current house includes an outdoor fireplace, which playfully references the reality TV show Love Island.
The show received 30,000 applications from people who wanted to participate, but the exact number of housemates who will move in on the first night remains undisclosed by the producers.
Earlier this week, the producers of Big Brother also disclosed their newly implemented protocols regarding the responsibility of ensuring the well-being and safety of participants.
This year, the Housemates are required to refrain from using social media, participate in training on respect and inclusion, and will receive individual mental health support sessions before, during, and after the show.
The respect and inclusion training will set out expectations around use of language and acceptable behaviour in the House while .
This year’s house has prioritized sustainability by incorporating an eco-friendly feature. An outdoor water tank has been installed to collect rainwater, which will be used to fill the jacuzzi.
Who is moving in? While Richard admitted he wasn’t allowed to show viewers inside the house, he did hint that there were several double beds for steamy liaisons and a ‘vast’ living area
Cosy! A replica of the legendary eye logo will act as an outdoor seating area
Important: Sustainability has been the core focus for this brand new house, with rainwater being used to fill the jacuzzi
Not long now! Big Brother: The Launch will see a new cast of carefully selected housemates, from all walks of life, become the first people to take up residence in the brand-new house
Here it is! Ahead of the long-awaited launch, fans also get a glimpse of the house’s entrance being constructed, including a replica of the iconic Eye logo
Big Brother: The Launch will see a new cast of carefully selected housemates, from all walks of life, become the first people to take up residence in the brand-new house as they arrive at the famous destination in front of a live studio audience
Prior to filming, all Housemates have been subjected to psychological and medical evaluations, which include assessments conducted by an impartial physician, mental health experts, and information obtained from the GP of each Housemate.
The participants of Big Brother had to confidentially share any medical history or relevant information that could impact their involvement in the show.
Furthermore, their family and friends will be requested to refrain from sharing any content on their personal social media accounts while they are residing in the House, resulting in a social media blackout.
ITV has also informed the Housemates about the potential benefits and drawbacks of participating in Big Brother.
The participants are also subjected to a sequence of background checks, which includes an examination of their social media accounts conducted by a specialized service that operates independently.
The show’s welfare team and other members of the editorial and production team underwent training in Mental Health First Aid and ‘respect and inclusion’ to guide their behavior throughout the series.
ITV has outlined the expected behavior and language for the Big Brother team.
Housemates are also provided with and talked through the Housemate rules which set out expectations and explain key aspects of life in the Big Brother House.
Furthermore, mental health professionals are accessible to Housemates in the House to provide continuous support throughout their stay.
The welfare team of Big Brother also provides regular contact and updates to support friends and family.
Once the contestants exit the Big Brother House, they will receive specialized instruction on how to handle social media and press interactions.
A mandatory session with mental health professional immediately after a Housemate leaves the House will also be provided.
After, further support sessions will be provided specific to a Housemate’s individual needs and support will remain in place until the mental health professional(s) have agreed an end date for each individual Housemate.
The head of welfare will maintain regular communication for a duration of 14 months following the conclusion of the series, offering additional assistance as required.
AJ and Will will co-host the series.
AJ expressed her enthusiasm for her new position, stating, “I am extremely thrilled to announce that I will be hosting Big Brother! I am overjoyed and couldn’t be more content.”
She stated: ‘It is a great honor to follow in the footsteps of some of my favorite broadcasting legends and host such a renowned show – and to do it with my incredible friend Will is the perfect addition.’
The construction of the new house has taken several months.
The housemates for this year will make their entrance down the walkway and into the house during the upcoming weekend. The launch will be broadcasted on Sunday.
Big Brother producers have also disclosed that they have implemented strict new guidelines for ensuring the well-being of participants, particularly in terms of mental health support, since the previous season in 2018.
Will explained: ‘I grew up with Big Brother so getting a chance to host it with my mate AJ is a dream come true. I can’t wait to tell some housemates not to swear.’
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“We are thrilled to collaborate with both of them once again, as their natural chemistry will effortlessly bring wit, charm, and a great deal of character to their roles.”
The participants for this year have not been revealed yet, but the deadline for submitting applications has already expired.
According to reports, Marcus Bentley, the iconic narrator of Big Brother, has agreed to return for the upcoming revival of the show.
Marcus, a voice-over artist from Gateshead, gained fame for his association with the show when it premiered on Channel 4 in 2000. He remained a part of the reality series until its final season on Channel 5 in 2018.
Big Brother: The Launch is on ITV1, STV, ITV2 and ITVX on Sunday 8th October from 9pm.
