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Planning to build an extension and wondering if you can do it alone? If you live in the United Kingdom, architects are not required to submit planning or to design a building, but before you make the decision of building without one, here are a few points you might want to consider.
Read MoreCourse student and serial renovator Anna gets into the nitty gritty of renovating on a budget, complete with her full renovation costings and tips to save money
Read MoreWhether you are making changes to an existing building or starting a new construction from scratch, before you start on site you will need to apply for a Building Regulations approval. Here’s our guide on building regulation drawings : what they are, what you need to be aware of and how to get them done.
Read MoreWhat if your neighbour has an issue with your renovation and you become “in dispute”? Appointing a party wall surveyor will be your next port of call. They will help you reach an agreement a sign a party wall agreement. If you’re wondering what a party wall surveyor does, when a party wall surveyor gets involved or what even is a party wall agreement, then read our guide for answers including when to hire a surveyor and how much they cost.
Read MoreWondering how much a bathroom costs?. If you’re about to save for a bathroom renovation and you’re wondering how much it costs to fit a new bathroom in the UK, here are all the details.
Read MoreThis our Safestyle windows review who we chose to replace our front bay and office window. When we moved into our 1930s house back in 2016, one of the inconvenient truths flagged in our survey was that we would need to install new UPVC bay windows at some point fairly soon (in fact, most of the windows needed replacing). Read more…
Read MoreIt’s not uncommon to need to move a manhole outside of your house – a few of our Reno Club community have had to move manholes prior to building their extensions in particular.
Read MoreDon’t be baffled by these renovation buzzwords! We’ll explain all…
Read MoreArchitects plans (or architectural plans) are common in any modest or larger building project. What exactly are Architect plans used for? When do you need Architect plans for your project? In this guide, we will break down what Architect plans are, when you need them and how you can have them made for your project.
Read MoreIt can be baffling trying to work out contractors fees. Wondering how much an interior designer costs? Let me tell you. Plus, I’ve got an affordable solution if you’re looking for something different.
Read MoreThis time we take a look at what our original kitchen extension was going to cost, and show line by line what would have been included in the build.
Read MoreIf you’re undecided about whether hiring a project manager is right for you, read on for the 8 questions to ask yourself first…
Read MoreHere we look at a bit of history of 1930’s houses and why we love them so much.
Read MoreCome with us behind the scenes as we chat to our student Anna Whitaker all about how she renovated her holiday home cottage in Cornwall….
Read MoreWe’ve rounded up 10 fantastic loft conversion ideas to tempt you into your own renovation project. From en suites to home offices and walk-in wardrobes, these fresh ideas are so tempting.
Read MoreI’ve seen this happen to many clients of mine and it’s something I don’t want for you. Here’s how to prevent it!
Read MoreI know you’re super excited to jump head first into grand designs for your reno project, but take it from Neil and I, there’s some essential work you need to do first before hiring an architect which will make your life (and theirs) easier – and could save you a lot of money.
Read MoreWhen your renovation is on hold it can be frustrating! But don’t give up or chillax until work starts… there’s so much you can do to keep your project progressing!
Read MoreTake a look at the office progress so far – we’re so pleased with how it’s developing!
Read MoreNew project alert! Our plans for our home office… revealed.
Read MoreA UK Brighton based interior and lifestyle blogger specialising in interior design, modern farmhouse home decoration and country living.
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