# Grand Designs

> Digital magazine for modern homes, interiors, and design inspiration. (iPhone/iPad app by Media 10.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/grand-designs/id482607746 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Media 10](https://appshunter.io/developer/767336997)
- Category: Magazines & Newspapers, Lifestyle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.71/5 from 7 App Store ratings · 35 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 12 MB
- Languages: English, French, Spanish
- Released: 2011-11-30
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: subscription
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/grand-designs/id482607746/reviews.md

## What is Grand Designs?

The official magazine of the hit TV series, Grand Designs Magazine is one of the best modern homes and interiors titles, packed with inspiring projects, expert advice and must-see shopping. With more than 50 pages of real homes every issue, dozens of pages dedicated to the latest launches and innovations, and fact-filled features dedicated to kitchens, bathrooms and decorating, it's an essential read whether you're embarking on a total redesign or simply smartening up your existing rooms.

During your subscription you can sync back issues to your device. These will remain in place if your subscription expires, unless your device removes them (for example when running low on disk space). Re-downloading issues requires a current subscription.

• Swipe or tap the page edges to flip to next/previous page.
• Use the animated thumbnail view to flick through the pages.
• Pinch or double-tap pages to zoom.
• Switch between single or double-page view.
• Search the current issue or the archive.
• Tap any page links to web sites, email addresses, phone numbers or maps.
• Tap contents-page links to jump to a particular article.
• Sync back issues to your device for offline reading (requires wi-fi).
• Network connection required otherwise.
• Bookmark favourite pages or search results to read later.
• Included Social Media sharing feature allowing you to share pages with friends via Twitter or Facebook etc 
• If your institution has a magazine subscription, you can access it directly from within your registered IP range.  
                                                                      
We recommend first running the app within a wi-fi area so it can sync the latest issue to your device - after that you can use it anywhere. Subscribers will receive new issues automatically.

Subscriptions are available within the app at the following prices:

£2.29 per month 
£22.99 per year

In addition, please note the following standard features of auto-renewable subscriptions:

• Your payment will be charged to your Apple Account at confirmation of purchase.
• Subscriptions will renew automatically unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period.
• Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period.
• You can manage your subscriptions and turn off auto-renewal by going to your Apple Account Settings after purchase.
• No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during active subscription period.

You can find our privacy policy here:

https://exacteditions.com/about/privacy

and our terms of service here:

https://exacteditions.com/about/tos

## Key features

- Inspiring real home projects
- Expert advice on interiors
- Shopping guides
- Features on kitchens and bathrooms
- Offline reading of synced issues
- Searchable archive
- Social media sharing

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Grand Designs | $2.49 | per month |
| Grand Designs | $26.99 | per year |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 35)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/grand-designs/id482607746/reviews.md

### 3/5 — Ok

*2019-08-10, version 12.0.0*

My original review said that I could not download my magazine but I eventually found the restore option.

Not very clear ?

### 1/5 — Very poor and no easy way to cancel subscription

*2017-08-20, version 10.0.1*

Very poor and no obvious way of cancelling subscription

### 1/5 — Design Fault

*2017-01-30, version 10.0.1*

This app is quite jerky when it comes to turning pages and does not flow - annoying with a magazine that puts photos across two pages.  However, the most infuriating thing is the non-appearance of the regular supplements that the print editions carry.  Other magazines manage to do this perfectly well so I cannot see why Grand Designs cannot provide a digital version of supplements.  I have asked, but have been totally ignored.  I won't be renewing.

### 1/5 — Unable to read previously bought magazines

*2015-02-22, version 8.2.4*

I had a subscription to this magazine I have just come back from a working trip abroad to see I can no longer access the editions that came with my subscription because I don't have a current subscription.

### 2/5 — Would be great if it could go five minutes without crashing

*2015-01-11, version 8.2.4*

Visually stunning but crashes every few pages, rendering it completely unusable. The developer needs to sort it out. Until then avoid!

### 1/5 — Total CON!

*2015-01-04*

I had what I thought purchased 30+ issues, only to find when THEY changed the format my so called subscription was canceled and now I can not retrieve and previously purchased issues. They expect me to pay again.

### 4/5 — Disappearing GD

*2014-01-16*

Love GD mag. Much improved recently. But it no longer shows up on my newsstand?!
If I wish to read an edition I have to go back to GD's app.  What is happening?

### 5/5 — Omg

*2013-09-10, version 7.2*

Absolutely fan savvy

### 5/5 — Great app

*2013-03-03, version 6.6*

I found this to be a great magazine app. It took me a while to work out that you could sync back issues (star button to download for offline use) but after that it was perfect. Bear in mind if you save back issues it will take up space on your iPad. Love the active links like page buttons and website.

### 5/5 — Ground design

*2013-02-25, version 6.6*

Very Good.

## Frequently asked questions about Grand Designs

### What is Grand Designs Magazine about?

Grand Designs Magazine is the official digital publication for the TV series, focusing on modern homes and interiors. It provides inspiration through real home projects, expert advice, and shopping guides for kitchens, bathrooms, and decorating.

### What features does the app offer?

The app allows users to swipe or tap to turn pages, use a thumbnail view to navigate, pinch to zoom, switch between single and double-page views, search issues, and tap links to websites or email. It also supports syncing back issues for offline reading and social media sharing.

### How much does Grand Designs Magazine cost?

Subscriptions are available within the app at £2.29 per month or £22.99 per year. These are auto-renewable subscriptions managed through your Apple Account Settings.

### Can I read issues offline?

Yes, you can sync back issues to your device for offline reading, which requires a Wi-Fi connection for the initial sync. These synced issues will remain on your device unless removed by your device's storage management.

### Who is this app for?

This app is ideal for anyone interested in modern home design, interior decorating, and renovation. It's suitable for those planning a complete home redesign or simply looking for ideas to enhance their current living spaces.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 14.0.8 — 2023-01-09

• Added support for Dark Mode
• Bug fixes and performance improvements

### 12.0.0 — 2018-09-27

• Added support for iOS 12 Password AutoFill, so if you have an Exact Editions account you can log in with a couple of taps.
• Added a Siri Shortcut which allows you to go directly to the latest issues.
• Added keyboard shortcuts for easy navigation within an issue.
• Bug fixes and performance improvements.

### 11.4.6 — 2018-02-27

• Bug fixes and performance improvements

### 11.4.5 — 2018-02-19

• Bug fixes and performance improvements

### 11.3.1 — 2017-10-05

• Added support for drag and drop
• Bug fixes and performance improvements

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