BenP Posted July 22, 2021 Share Posted July 22, 2021 Hi all, I've been meaning to say hello for a while - hoping I could share some more detailed info of the project we're just embarking on! I'm an architect and have finally got into a position to undertake a self-build. The project is an extension and renovation of an 1860's cottage which is rather small at present. We will be going from 55sqm to circa 135. First phase is the extension and we are adopting PH principals (airtight, triple glazing, reasonably well insulated, MVHR) - phase 2 will be the refurb of the existing cottage element later down the line (over insulating, new windows, doors etc). I'm enjoying the chat and info here already. Through the job we're generally presented companies and products via CPD and sales - it's nice to see and hear people recommending products from experience, likewise suppliers etc. I'll be managing and undertaking a lot of the build myself. Contracted works so far are groundworks and timber frame (stick build on site). For anyone on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/crouch_bungalow/ I'll hopefully start a blog soon. Let's see how much time I have... Cheers. BP 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeSharp01 Posted July 22, 2021 Share Posted July 22, 2021 Looks like wonderful project, time won't be something you will have lots of but finding enough for a blog is rewarding and perhaps useful - wish I had / was done /doing one. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ferdinand Posted July 28, 2021 Share Posted July 28, 2021 Welcome, Mr Ben (Couldn't resist, sorry). Looks very interesting. I'll be very interested to hear reflections from an architect on the self-builder side of the fence. Have you considered a blog? Looks really interesting - that part of Kent is a lovely area where I have family; it always makes me think of Bilbo Baggins and the Shire. Ferdinand 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markc Posted July 28, 2021 Share Posted July 28, 2021 Good morning and welcome, sounds like a great project 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BenP Posted August 1, 2021 Author Share Posted August 1, 2021 On 28/07/2021 at 07:41, Ferdinand said: Have you considered a blog? Yep - It's something I really must do. It seems too easy to take a million photos these days so it would be good to have something all in one place with commentary! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ferdinand Posted August 1, 2021 Share Posted August 1, 2021 1 hour ago, BenP said: Yep - It's something I really must do. It seems too easy to take a million photos these days so it would be good to have something all in one place with commentary! Photoblog. With Construction Lolcats. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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