Since the pandemic forced many people to work from home, a growing number of employers have decided to adopt this flexible approach permanently in some capacity. Through new or enhanced technology, even jobs that were once considered an on-site only role can now be done at least in part in a remote capacity. It is no surprise then that the demand for home-office buildings has increased significantly in the UK, however, there are a few things to consider before deciding on what is right for you. Do you need power/water/toilet facilities? How will you heat/cool it down? Is it secure enough for ..read more

Just as we have highlighted previously, that ‘traditional’ building methods such as bricks and mortar are no longer the industry go-to in the UK because of the environmental aspects involved. In terms of building foundations, the standard trench foundation that most people associate with housebuilding are also not the only type available. Getting the right advice is crucial to controlling your budget and maximising the potential of your project. In short, the main purpose of foundations/groundworks is to create a solid base for your building to go onto. These need to be stable, and even a ligh ..read more

Timber Frame construction has been around for centuries in the UK. Visit some Britains most popular historical attractions, and you will see fantastic architecture that has survived for 100's of years. The modern version of this is timber frame panel construction. So how is Timber Frame better for the environment? The timber used in timber frame construction is sourced from sustainable forests, new trees are planted at a higher rate than those harvested. Timber Frame has the lowest c02 value than any other commercially available construction material. Less wastage occurs as the panels are car ..read more

With the rising cost of moving and living, many people have chosen to extend their current homes rather than move for the gain of that extra bedroom or home office space. The internet is filled with statistics and well informed advice, mortgage lenders in particular are keen to share the findings of their customer surveys on what homeowners want from an extension. (see our Twitter page for relevant articles). In the UK the simple fact is that we don't live outdoors like our European and International peers, the pandemic has encouraged home entertaining and working from home, which demand dedic ..read more