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Thanks for sharing this @BotusBuild How much did the ICF install with the concrete pour cost in total? Thinking I could probs most likely do this myself after attending a course on installation, and then getting some help on pouring the concrete. Thanks

ICF looks interesting, just doing some research on this.. Are you using a brick slip system for the external? Thanks

I completely understand how costs can increase the more you sub out, and when it comes to internal fittings I am quite savvy into making things work even with cheaper alternatives. Are you an experience builder? I have experience in DIY and have built a room within a garage etc, putting up plasterboards etc I can do myself however I am looking to do more work but just need someone to guide me through it.

If I were to build something like the above, how do I know whats the best construction method to use? wether that be Timber, Brick and Block or even SIP? Is this something the architect would decide?

Difficult to say really, right now we are a family of 3, and looking to grow to family of 5. So just trying to future proof ourselves to avoid moving again.

Hi, Happy to play around with the ratio’s and look towards more the 2,500 sqft mark and use ways to make the house feel bigger by being open plan and usage of large windows.

Appreciate all the replies from everyone! In terms of design of the outside I love the image attached by Tony Holt, however ours would be on a smaller scale at around 3,000 sqft for the house size. We haven't secured a plot yet, still very early stages. I have experience in doing internal finishings (flooring, internal walls, painting etc ) so will aim to do this myself and also have good friends around me that do plastering, etc So I would look to hand out trades individually rather than get 1 main contractor to complete the build. I am still researching what would be the best build material for something like the one below. I visited the build show at NEC in March which was insightful, and hope to go back to the one in Surrey coming up in June with the Mrs. I think our budget would be around £600k (exc land) inc foundations for the total project - is this reasonable?

Hi, New to this space of self building! Me and wife looking to possibly embark on the self build journey however we want to get a rough idea on how much our potential dream home would cost to build so we have a better idea in terms of financials compared to buying an interim house and then maybe look to do in a few years time. We have a rough idea on how we want the house to look including layout etc so what would be the best way to start the journey? We would look to fund the land 100% and mortgage 100% of build cost ideally. Thank you