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Split level house plans, where a house or room is split into two or more distinct height levels, can be implemented in any number of ways, although some features remain common to all implementations. Almost any architectural style can be combined with split levelling to great effect. As well as the unique aesthetic opportunities offered […]
Once the ball is rolling, and you finally signed an agreement with the contractor and sifted through every single aspect of how you want every room to look, it’s time to start renovating the property. But the big question arises, do you decide to stay in the property during the process, or should you move […]
Creating commercial real estate to lease or sell can be an incredible opportunity to find success. However, there are some inherent issues and challenges you must face if you want to get any kind of return on your investment, and, indeed, ensure you don’t end up with colossal financial disaster on your hands. Let’s take […]
It’s a dream for many people to be able to build their dream home, but it’s not something that you always get to do. When you find yourself ready to embark on the adventure of a lifetime, it’s easy to be overwhelmed. After all, you may not have known that you would ever get the […]
Your first action should always be to start every construction project with a plan for success. This article will guide you on four ways to effectively manage your budget while accomplishing your building goals. 1. Invest in Steel Whether you are a first-time homeowner or a professional developer, there is virtually no better option than […]
Whether you’re building a small structure or you’re involved in the construction of a huge building, hiring a crane is unavoidable. In fact, it’s not just unavoidable, but necessary and extremely helpful. Deciding on whether or not to use a crane in your construction isn’t difficult. The hard decision comes when you have to choose […]
As an owner builder, you will take on the legal responsibilities and compliance requirements that are linked to the project. Hence, before you become an owner builder, it is important that you are aware of the building standards, building codes, quality of work and obligations that are attributed to your role. Who is an owner […]
Getting your foot on the property development ladder can be a tough cookie to crack. There are far too many considerations for one person to think about, and the amount of effort, time and money it takes to even obtain your first property can be incredibly daunting. However, for those that manage to get their […]
A majority of big building companies provide their building services based on display homes. Their process is quite easy as they have plans and a sorted building process. Often the the required permits are taken care of by the building company however each area has information available so you understand the process e.g. look at […]
It’s a rarity to find consensus among all political parties but there is one subject on which they are all agreed – there is a housing crisis in the UK. But what are the problems and could modular homes be part of the wider solutions? What is ‘the housing crisis’? The post-war housing boom never […]
Portfolios are important in almost any industry you can think of. It’s a showcase of the success (and sometimes failures) that you’ve had during your time working in a certain industry. It’s important to build a portfolio if you want to pitch ideas to investors or borrow money from banks and private firms in order […]
As far as getting a new driveway installed is concerned, there are more than just a couple of things to keep in mind. Starting from what material to use, the place of installation and the overall length of the driveway etc. Anything but an easy task, plus a task that is bound to take its […]