The Big Idea Works
The Big Idea Works is a TV show on BBC1. From paper to prototype. Sara Davies brings together people with amazing concepts and the brilliant makers who can turn them into reality. Can they make the big idea work? The program has been available since 2025. A total of 16 episodes have been broadcast, most recently in February 2025.
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The Big Idea Works
Sara Davies and her team of experts take us through some of the most challenging, beautiful and life-changing ideas from across the series.
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Sara Davies meets Marcus and Janie at the Idea Works. Marcus would like to update the standard house door number, and Janie’s got an idea which will make doggy cuddles even better.
Sara Davies hears two more big ideas. Emily’s idea would transform making baby bottles on the go. Sarah’s should help us reach car park machine tickets more easily.
Sara Davies welcomes Kelly, Amy and Gideon. Kelly and Amy have an idea that could save a lot of old soles. Gideon’s idea would help us get some rest when travelling.
Sara Davies welcomes Mary and Lesley into her workshop. Mary’s clever idea could help dog owners, while Lesley hopes hers will transform how sun cream is applied.
Sara Davies invites two more people into her Idea Works. Jen’s idea could help all pushchair users. Paris hopes his will provide instant relief for his fiancée’s painful foot.
Sara Davies meets Charlotte, who believes her gardening idea may help those with disabilities. Matt thinks he could have the answer to an issue that many electric car owners face.
Sara Davies welcomes two more big ideas into her workshop. Dominic’s hoping to upgrade the wheelbarrow, and Wyen is looking for a mini-me in robot form.
Sara Davies welcomes Jane and John. Jane is here to see if her late father’s idea for staying infection-free could work. John hopes his idea will make commuting more streamlined.
Sara Davies meets David and Heather at the Idea Works to hear their big ideas. David’s idea is for a very cool kitchen gadget. Heather has an idea for a luxury cat carrier.
We meet Myrah, a busy mum of three, who has an idea for a perfect pint pourer, and Gary, who’s fed up with forgetting his underpants but has an idea to ensure it’ll never happen again!
Sara Davies invites two more people into the Idea Works. Amber wants to make mealtimes less stressful for parents, and Cece’s thought of a clever way to take shopping home.
Sara Davies is ready for two new ideas. Brad’s hoping his will mean he can enjoy warm, bubbly baths for longer. Sally has got a crafty idea that will make measuring things simpler.
Sara Davies meets two more people at the Idea Works. David’s got an idea he believes will help him to manage his diabetes better. Daxa is hoping to invent a new sort of water bottle.
Sara Davies and her team meet Sean, Catherine and Emma to hear their big ideas. One is inspired by wellies, while the other is focused on getting a good night’s sleep.
Sara Davies meets people with big ideas at her workshop. Can she and her team turn Pat’s idea for the messy birds in her garden and Lorna and John’s spa-at-home into a reality?