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Barn Conversions: Design Solutions
Converting a barn is a chance to create a unique home in a rural location — so why do so many people get it wrong? Michael Holmes explains the key internal layout design issues and how to go about extending a conversion, plus advice from architect...
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20 Things You Can Do, No Planning Required
Sally Tagg explains the many home improvement projects you can undertake within your home’s Permitted Development rights
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Building Regulations design fees will be in the £1000s
I’ve just purchased a plot with Detailed Planning Permission for a 320m² five bedroom house. The architect who originally designed the house has quoted £8,000 for obtaining Building Regulations.
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Straw Bale Build Site Insurance
I need site insurance for my timber frame and straw bale self-build. However, as this method seems to be considered as outside the norm, I can’t find anyone to provide site insurance.
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We plan to convert an old church - should we get a structural survey?
We plan to convert an old church — should we get a structural survey done before we get quotes off builders and try to get finance?
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