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Lui’s top five design tips
Welsh Oak Frame’s Architectural Designer Lui Rocca reveals his top 5 design tips when it comes to planning your new oak frame home 1.Take your time when it comes to the design of your home – it is the most important part of a self-build project. Your design is what adds character to your home, […]
Guide to Building Regulations
Every new home built in the UK has to comply with current statutory Building Regulations; not only to ensure the safety and health of people in and around those buildings, but also regarding energy conservation and access. As the owner of the building, it is important that you understand Building Regulations because it is you […]
10 Point Checklist for Designing an Extension
1. CHECK: PLANNING RULES Do you need planning? An extension is likely to come under Permitted Development unless you live in a listed building or designated area*. There are conditions, however, and the Planning Portal explains the details. Here’s a synopsis: • a detached house rear extension can be a) up to 8m long in a […]
Self-build tip: Protect your investment
Protect your investment by getting references from trades and following them up. Put contracts in place too: the Joint Contracts Tribunal (JCT) offers a number of easy to understand templates. Also, don’t skimp on a self-build insurance policy. If you do need to use it, you will be grateful you didn’t try to cut back […]
A guide to Planning Permission
What is Planning Permission? Construction of new buildings, major alterations to existing buildings or making changes to the local environment usually requires consent from the local planning authority in the form of planning permission. The purpose of Planning Permission is designed to control inappropriate development and to ensure that construction work is carried out with […]
Finding the right architect or designer
The design of your project is at the core of every successful self-build. Pick the right individual and you’ll be on track to building your dream home. The options Package house companies offer an in-house design service (usually as part of a build package) that is as flexible as you want it to be. Often, […]
Self-build tip: Allow at least 10% contingency budget
“Keep at least 10% of your project fund back as a contingency. This will cover you against the inevitable unexpected stuff that crops up along the way – such as when the first shovel hits the earth, and you suddenly discover poor ground conditions will necessitate more expensive engineered foundations.” Chris Bates, Build It
Avoiding common self-build mistakes: Dealing with builders
There are three main hurdles when it comes to self-building. The first is finding land. The second is the design and planning stage, and the third is choosing and working with builders and subcontractors. After overcoming the first two hurdles, many self-builders rush to get started with their project often turning a blind eye to […]
8 Reasons to Choose Oak for your Sustainable Self-build
1. Trees clean our air. Carbon dioxide (CO2) levels in our atmosphere are increasing and this isn’t good for our health. Trees absorb CO2 and other nasty gases and release oxygen back into the air. This process happens quickly when trees are young and slows as they age. 2.Responsible forest management. Cutting down trees may […]
How much does an oak frame house cost?
There’s one question we get asked on a daily basis: “How much does it cost to build an oak frame house?” There’s no single answer as the total cost of building an oak frame home depends on a number of factors: Build route: Your level of involvement in the project will influence the price. Many […]
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