What is the Party Wall Act?
If you are planning to work on walls that you share with a neighbour, or building close to an adjacent boundary, then you will need to ensure that you comply with the Party Wall Act […]
Guide to Permitted Development
Not all changes or improvements to your home need permission from the planning department. There are many that you can carry out with implied consent, known as Permitted Development rights. Permitted development rules and regulations […]
Can I extend a listed property or a property in a conservation area?
Extending a listed property will almost always be a much trickier proposition in comparison to adding space to an unlisted (and particularly modern) property. Making major alterations to a listed home will mean securing listed […]
Planning applications: 11 action points before you submit yours
The key to making any changes to your property or building a new home is: do your research. Not everything requires planning permission. But it’s always best to check before starting any work. Finding out […]
How can I reduce my self build costs?
If you want to know how to reduce oak frame house self build costs then there are a number of things to think about. A self-build is possibly the most exciting project you’ll ever embark […]
How much living space do I need in my home?
How much space do you really need in a house? If you are thinking about building your own home, it’s worth spending time early on thinking about how much space do you really need in […]
Can I build a house in my garden?
Can you build a house in your garden? What are the tax implications of building a house in your garden? Can you build an annex in your garden? If you’re lucky enough to own a […]
What build method should I use?
Your choice of build method will depend on a number of variables, but your selection will impact on the cost, build speed and potentially even the energy efficiency of your home. Local authorities are usually […]
What are the different types of oak frames?
When we talk about oak frame styles, we are referring to the overall aesthetic you would like to achieve and the amount of oak you would like to see exposed in your timber frame home. […]
How do I design my home? Our top five design tips
Here we reveal our top 5 house design ideas when it comes to planning your modern house design for your new oak frame home 1. Take your time when it comes to the design of […]
