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How to choose an architect for your self build, extension or renovation

By Claire Lloyd, Sarah Harley last updated

Finding the right architect is essential when you're hoping to turn your dream home into a reality. Here's our advice on how to find, and choose, the best one

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'Plan early' — homebuilders warned building costs are set to rise 12% by 2030

By Joseph Mullane published

A new survey by the Building Cost Information Service have revealed construction costs are set to rise and have offered advice for potential homebuilders

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Green belt planning loopholes — fact or fiction?

By Sarah Harley published

While building on green belt may seem impossible, armed with the right knowledge and expertise there are ways to get permission say the experts, and here's how

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What to do if you have a right of way over your building plot

By Sarah Warwick published

Discover the implications of a right of way over your self-build plot and the options open to you

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Financing a plot — expert advice for the start of a self-build project

By Sarah Warwick published

Discover the alternatives for funding the purchase of a self-build plot

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Grand Designs couple struggle with ambitious 'floating home' built on water

By Joseph Mullane published

Kevin Mccloud questions the couple's decision to create unusual home as the pair run into rising challenges of building on water

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How to find a custom-build plot — ways to optimise your search

By Sarah Warwick published

Discover the strategies for identifying a custom-build plot for your new home

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What is Passivhaus certification? Everything you need to know for your project

By Ben Adam-Smith published

Working with a certifier can be a useful route to take when designing a Passivhaus. Our expert explains the process and its many benefits

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How much land do you need to build a house?

By Sarah Warwick published

Figuring out how much land you need to build a house isn't just about size, it's also about the location and the local policies surrounding it

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What do building plots cost and where can you find the best value for money?

By Mark Stevenson published

Self build expert, Mark Stevenson, takes a look at what you can expect to pay for a building plot in the UK, and where your budget will get you the best deal

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