DIY SOS: The Big Build

Nick Knowles assists in modifying a home in Enfield, north London, for a man living with motor neurone disease. He draws on the support of friends, neighbours and local tradespeople to complete the adaptations. The collaborative effort aims to make the property more accessible and comfortable for his daily needs.

Enfield is a television programme presented as a single episode that documents a community‑focused home‑improvement project. The show falls within the episode genre and centres on a real‑life renovation effort carried out in Enfield, a district in north London. The episode follows presenter Nick Knowles as he coordinates the conversion of a house to meet the needs of a resident living with motor neurone disease. Knowles brings together a network of friends, neighbours and local tradespeople, all of whom pitch in to make the property suitable for the man’s condition. Their collective work aims to transform the space into a more accessible and comfortable home. The setting for the project is Enfield, situated in the northern part of London, which provides a backdrop for the collaborative spirit displayed throughout the episode. By involving people from the immediate community, the programme highlights how neighbours and local professionals can join forces to support someone facing a serious health challenge. Throughout the broadcast, viewers see the practical steps taken to adapt the house, from planning to execution, all guided by Knowles’ hands‑on approach. The episode underscores the importance of community involvement and the tangible impact that coordinated effort can have on improving everyday life for a person living with motor neurone disease.