If you are employing a builder, it’s common practice to have a contract to spell out the terms of your agreement so make sure you both sign on the dotted line. Like any insurance policy, you don’t really want it until it’s needed, but a written contract isa form of insurance which can be used […] More
Most self-builders do a lot of homework, possibly involving months of time, energy and money, before they even get to the tendering stage. Professionals have been involved, the planners had their say, topographical surveys done, bats and Roman ruins ruled out. Yet we can still get terrible surprises when the quotes come in. Many people […] More
Project management is the management of people, time, money and quality by an individual or a team to ensure the efficient commencement, progress and conclusion of a project. All these elements apply to construction projects regardless of their size. Eddie Weir, principal partner of Architectural Design Partnership and CIAT Northern Ireland Regional Chairman, shares his […] More
Project managing a construction project like a self-build or extension is hard work, so before you take the plunge, ask yourself, are you up to the task? You’ve got planning permission, have the finances in place and are now ready to build the house or extension of your dreams. First job is to decide who […] More
The most commonly asked question nowadays is ‘how much does it cost to build a house?’ The answer to that of course is, ‘for what exactly?’ Anyone considering a self-build or renovation/extension project will want to be able to refer to a reasonably accurate build cost per square meter (sqm) or square foot (sqft). This […] More
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