Superhomes

Flying in the face of restraint and minimalism, Superhomes showcases some of the most flabbergastingly over-the-top houses on the planet.

Unlike the property shows which look at the endeavours of people trying to build their dream home on a shoe-string budget, these houses in Superhomes have been built on anything but.

Among the decadent digs on the show is the Hong Kong house occupied by Hari Harilela – and his extended family of 65 people and 35 staff. Boasting multiple living rooms, 40 bedrooms and 20 garages, his was a home that looked more like a luxury hotel than a city centre pad.

Closer to home, in London, there are also impressive feats of finances and architecture, including Lucy Fitzpatrick's home in Grosvenor estate, which features a playroom that turns into a swimming pool at the touch of a button.

Then there is the world's most expensive house, also in the UK – Updown Court – which costs a cool £70 million.

For £70 million, one gets a house bigger than both Buckingham Palace and Hampton Court, boasting five swimming pools, including one in the master bedroom.

Good for?
Being amazed by the lengths people are willing to go to in decking out their homes. Serves as a snapshot into lives most of us can only imagine

Where?
Discovery Travel and Living and UKTV Style

When?
Day and night

To find out more see Superhomes' website at www.uktvstyle.co.uk