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Final Big Brother house revealed

The final ‘Big Brother’ house has been revealed by Channel 5.
The broadcaster announced that the new series of the reality show – which kicks off tonight (14.09.18) – will be the last of either the civilian or celebrity versions to air on the network, and now fans have been given a preview of what to expect from the digs.
Befitting of its last run on Channel 5, the famous abode has been "designed to bring the show back to its roots" as a televised social experiment.
However, in an added twist everything in the house has been created to remind the contestants that they’re in a game, complete with maze artwork, design features aand a gaming table.
Calling back to the programme’s roots, a press release explained: "It has been designed to evoke a feeling of living in a House that is run by an unseen power or organisation.
"The House has propaganda-inspired messaging throughout, to instil a sense of competitiveness in the Housemates."
In a statement ahead of the series launch, it was revealed Channel 5 was ending its relationship with the show, which has been on air since 2000 and with the network for the past seven years.
A statement read: "The forthcoming series of Big Brother will be the last – of either celebrity or civilian versions – on Channel 5.
"We’d like to thank Endemol and all of the production team who have worked tirelessly to make the show a success.
"We’d also like to thank our brilliant presenters – Emma on Big Brother and Rylan from Bit on the Side – for their consummate professionalism, Marcus, the voice of Big Brother and all of the housemates who have created so many memorable moments.
"Most importantly, we’d like to thank fans of the show for their support over the last seven years. We look forward to giving the final series a brilliant send-off."