RTÉ will proceed with the broadcast of the new series of Home of the Year and The Great House Revival this spring, following the death of presenter Hugh Wallace last December.
In a statement, RTÉ said the decision was made "with the full support of his family", and it confirmed that the new run of Home of the Year was completed before Hugh Wallace's death last December. The architect had been a judge on the series since it began, and RTÉ said he will be remembered for his warmth and humour, and for "consistently capturing the hearts of viewers".
Home of the Year, now in its 12th series, will air on RTÉ One and RTÉ Player from early March.
RTÉ also confirmed that The Great House Revival will return this spring and will honour Hugh Wallace's "remarkable dedication, passion, vibrant spirit, and enduring love for design and architecture". The series follows homeowners restoring older and often-derelict properties around Ireland.
RTÉ Managing Editor, Video, Seán Mac Giolla Phadráig, said: "Hugh had such an enormous place in the hearts of our audience who loved him dearly. We're very grateful to his family and colleagues for allowing us to show Hugh in these final series, which showcase his love for architecture and passion for the work he did across both Home of the Year and The Great House Revival. We miss him greatly. Ní bheidh a leithéid ann arís."
RTÉ said the Dubliner will be remembered with great fondness by the teams who worked with him on both programmes at ShinAwil and Animo TV, and by viewers who "welcomed him into their homes for so many years".
