House Rules : Season 8 Episode 1 [ WORKING × 2027 ]

: The highest-scoring team was fast-tracked directly to the interior renovations phase of the competition. New Faces in Season 8

: Former judge Jamie Durie stepped into the hosting role alongside sports presenter Abbey Way . House Rules : Season 8 Episode 1

: The teams' work was evaluated by returning favorite Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen , joined by new judges Kyly Clarke (interior designer) and Saul Myers (home builder). Competing Teams : The highest-scoring team was fast-tracked directly to

: The challenge involved renovating a 1970s apartment in just seven days following specific "House Rules" created by the judges. House Rules : Season 8 Episode 1