Category Archives: Self Build

Reading extension now complete

Posted on September 8, 2022 by Space & Style

The two storey side extension and internal remodelling on a semi-detached house in Reading that we designed for a young couple is now complete and we have been along to have a look. Despite initial opposition from the planning authority, … Continue reading →

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Titchfield remodelling project underway

Posted on December 17, 2021 by Space & Style

Our clients who are experienced self builders and had previously worked with us on their former home,.. Continue reading →

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In My Yard

Posted on April 13, 2021 by Space & Style

The newly launched In My Yard website provides a platform for anyone carrying out a project to simply list their surplus materials for sale… Continue reading →

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Planning granted in Hill Head

Posted on August 28, 2018 by Space & Style

We are pleased to have gained planning permission for an interesting project near the sea in Hill Head, Hampshire. Having worked successfully on two of their earlier projects, our clients were keen to unlock the potential in their new bungalow … Continue reading →

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England v Germany – The Property Game

Posted on September 8, 2014 by Space & Style

In Germany the local authority buys the land, builds the road and infrastructure and waits for people and families wanting a new house to buy individual plots from them Continue reading →

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Are you building a house or a home?

Posted on February 24, 2013 by Space & Style

The planning system, like housing development is a numbers game. Policies talk about units, houses and infrastructure, not homes and families. Continue reading →

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