Self-Build Knowledge, Resources & Community
Courses offered:
Self-Build Essentials : Your path to Success!
This is my flagship course which is conveniently split ito 3 Strategic Modules :
1-Plan it ~ 2-Detail It ~ 3-Build it
Each module is 4 x 1hr/weekly sessions, delivered live by me. (With recordings to view at your convenience )
Each Module has been specifically curated to ensure you get a really good understanding of the 3 main Stages of a Self- Build:
1 - From Inital Aims & Aspirations - To having a Planning Approval in your hand.
2 - Detailing & Approvals - To accepting a Builders quote (or sub-contractor quotes) for the works.
3 - Gearing up to Start & Appointing Contractors - To final Completion & Sign Off of all works.
Briefly, you'll learn about:
Plan It
Process Overview, Brief, Site
Budget/Vat, Funding, programme
Consultants,- Who, When, Costs
Planning & Getting Approval
Detail It
Approvals, H&S, Insurances
Detail, Specs & Contracts
Tendering & Finding a Builder
MC vs Employing Trades
Build It
Appointments & Starting
Enabling works & Utilties
Site Issues/Staying on track
Sign Off & Completions
Each live session includes a Q&A, along with bonus materials & PDF workbooks, ensuring you get the most out of your learning experience. Plus, you’ll be part of a supportive community of fellow self-builders.
Only book the modules that are relevant for you. If you've already got Planning Permission, then the Detail It, & Build It modules would be releavnt to you.
If you're right at the very start of your journey, then you may want all 3 modules.
Contact me if you want to chat through what's right for you.
Who is it for?
If you’re excited about creating your dream home, but you're unsure where to start, this course is perfect for you.
Whether you’re considering buying a plot or planning a major renovation, you’ll gain a fantastic grounding in what’s needed to make your dream home a reality.
While there are many free self-build resources available, this course offers:
Comprehensive, up-to-date information
Expert insights from a qualified Architect & Self-Builder
A logical and clear explanation of the self-build process
Everything you need in one place, cutting through the noise
Support from other self-Bulders on the same journey.
Why join?
As an architect with extensive experience, I understand the critical importance of making informed decisions early in your self-build journey.
Having worked on hundreds of projects, I know that early decisions can have fundamental implications for the smooth running of your self-build project.
Joining this course will help you to:
identify issues before they become actual problems, that need resolving
Stay 'ahead of the curve' by understanding the self-build process
Equipe you with knowledge to navigate the complexities of self-build
Know which questions to ask, when, and what to do with the answers
Save time, money........ ...and possibly your sanity!
So if you want to know more, join the 'wait list ' below and be amongst the first to hear upcoming course dates
Inspiring Spaces : Design Workshops
These are a series of in-person design workshops (held in small groups) looking in detail at the design of key areas (or aspects) of your home.
Workshops planned include:
- Kitchen Design
- Lighting Design (both natural & artificial)
- Low Energy/Sustainable Design
- Garden Design
- Master Suite Design
The workshops will take place over a weekend (location tbc). They will look at principle design considerations for specific key areas (or aspects) of a home. Participants will then work on their own designs in small groups with input from myself & invited guest specialists.
The aim is to come away from the workshops more knowledgable, inspired and with your designs progressed !
If there are any other topics you'd like covered in a Workshop , just get in touch & let me know!
Who are they for?
If you've trawled magazines and Pinterest and have a board full of ideas, but don't know quite how to pin it down? Or, you're struggling to know where to even start, then these workshops could be for you.
In them you will:
Kickstart Your Design by exploring in detail, a specific room in your home
Make Guided Progression, so your design ambitions become clear.
Transform your Ideas by ensuring they meet Regulations & Best Practice.
Consider, buildability, costs & materials so your designs are achievable.
Why join?
As an Architect and Interior Designer I know that the most successful projects have been well thought out from the beginning........& details have been agreed a long time before you get to site.
These Workshops will:
Help keep hold of the budget by having well through out designs.
Reduce the stress of ' designing on the hoof ' as the build goes up.
Minimise costly abortive work, if you're not happy with something.
Help you create a more cohesive design for your home.
