If watching back-to-back episodes of Grand Designs has got you feeling inspired, you may be thinking that building your own property from scratch would be the best option for you. Of course, your build doesn’t have to be on the same scale as some of the more extravagant projects you’ve seen, even constructing a regular…
Imagine starting to build a new home and you discover only too late that the ground is too soft for regular footings. The cost of starting over would be immense and if you don’t realise until a year after the building work is finished, you could end up with a structure that is completely uninhabitable.…
Planning to renovate your home? Chances are, you’ll want to hire a project management service. If you haven’t considered it before now, since your project is just a renovation, it’s definitely worth considering for a multitude of reasons. A successful project manager can see your project through to the end, ensuring that everything goes smoothly…
Amazing architecture can be found in every city and every country around the world, from skyscraper buildings to innovative house designs, there are endless possibilities when it comes to creating something new. But how do they get inspired? Each architect uses a different design process, however, they are likely to use at least one of…
Making plans for any architectural project, whether you’re renovating a house or commercial business is an exciting prospect. However, if you have a specific design in mind then it can be difficult to execute this without drawing up the right design plan – this is where professional architects prove extremely useful. As a trained professional…
Architecture is a popular profession due to the pervasive interest in constructing future urban development. Many young people are fascinated and inspired by creating a better, more modern world, and architecture allows them to do that. A mixture of design and science, you can plan to build truly phenomenal buildings that meets societies current greater…
We often take for granted that our buildings are safe and secure, where we hope that they are always ready to protect us from the elements. In order to make sure this is really the case, you may wish to work with a dedicated surveyor or structural engineer, who can assess your property for potential…
With the ever-mounting concern of global warming, sustainability is increasingly on everyone’s minds – not just for environmental reasons, but also to lower energy bills and create a more future-proofed place to live. Whether you’re building a new home from scratch, renovating or simply looking to make eco-friendly updates, we’ve got you covered with these…
Architectural design is a craft that is ever-evolving, and within this evolution is the movement to create spaces that cater to diverse needs. Inclusive design is all about ensuring that everybody, regardless of their physical ability, has easy access to accommodation and other premises – whether the solutions are retrofitted, or even integrated into new-build…
When you think of common ways to add value to your home, chances are your mind will first be cast to increasing usable floor space. However, many homeowners neglect to look upwards and consider a loft conversion as an effective solution that makes use of previously neglected space in your home. But the exact amount…
