BOOTCAMP
THEATRE
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Take a seat in the Bootcamp Theatre sponsored by Selfbuild+ and hear from leading experts, hosted by Selfbuild’s Construction Expert, John Corless. The Theatre offers an opportunity to gain invaluable insights from top industry leaders on an array of crucial topics and guide you through your building, extending and renovating journey.
SCHEDULE
See below all the speakers who will be talking on the Bootcamp Theatre sponsored by Selfbuild+ at this years Selfbuild, Extend & Renovate Ulster
- Saturday Advice
- Sunday Advice
10:30 am
Bootcamp
It’s the law: Your legal obligations when building, extending or renovating
Bootcamp
10:30 am
What you need to know about the planning, building and Health & Safety regulations. Plus, how to choose a site, what insurance you’ll need to have in place, the contracts you’ll need to organise and everything you need to know about project supervision.
Speakers
11:15 am
Bootcamp
Design first approach: How to nail the most important part of your journey
Bootcamp
11:15 am
Who to hire to help you design the dream, and how to get the most out of them.
Speakers
12:00 pm
Bootcamp
House Plans Workshop
John Corless - Independant
House Plans Workshop
Bootcamp
12:00 pm
A step-by-step guide to getting the most out of your house plans with DOs and DON’Ts alongside practical examples.
Speakers
John_Corless__NZ6_1202cc -12:45 am
Bootcamp
Budget and finance: How to pay for your new build or renovation project
Bootcamp
12:45 am
Where the money comes from to finance the dream, how to budget for the build, common pitfalls and when it makes sense to hire a quantity surveyor.
Speakers
1:30 pm
Bootcamp
Building methods: How a house is built from the ground up
Bootcamp
1:30 pm
Starting with foundations, from strip to piled, then the walls, from traditional masonry to modern methods, and finally the myriad of roofing options including coverings.
Speakers
2:15 pm
Bootcamp
Renewables: How much you need and how much they cost
Bootcamp
2:15 pm
What the building regulations have to say about renewables and energy consumption, what the options are from solar panels to wind and other renewable technologies, plus how to manage it all with home management systems and apps.
Speakers
3:00 pm
Bootcamp
Warm and healthy homes: How to make sure your home is well insulated and airtight
Bootcamp
3:00 pm
Ways to insulate your house and make it airtight, with a special focus on installation and quality control. We go through the building envelope from walls and windows and doors to the roof and floors. Plus the importance of ventilation and taking a whole house approach.
Speakers
3:45 pm
Bootcamp
Renovation focus: A deep dive if you’re in the process of upgrading your home
Bootcamp
3:45 pm
How to approach your project from a planning and design perspective, what grants are available, what regulations to be aware of, how to integrate the existing structure in your plans and common pitfalls
Speakers
10:30 am
Bootcamp
It’s the law: Your legal obligations when building, extending or renovating
Bootcamp
10:30 am
What you need to know about the planning, building and Health & Safety regulations. Plus, how to choose a site, what insurance you’ll need to have in place, the contracts you’ll need to organise and everything you need to know about project supervision.
Speakers
11:15 am
Bootcamp
Design first approach: How to nail the most important part of your journey
Bootcamp
11:15 am
Who to hire to help you design the dream, and how to get the most out of them.
Speakers
12:00 pm
Bootcamp
House Plans Workshop
John Corless - Independant
House Plans Workshop
Bootcamp
12:00 pm
A step-by-step guide to getting the most out of your house plans with DOs and DON’Ts alongside practical examples.
Speakers
John_Corless__NZ6_1202cc -12:45 pm
Bootcamp
Budget and finance: How to pay for your new build or renovation project
Bootcamp
12:45 pm
Where the money comes from to finance the dream, how to budget for the build, common pitfalls and when it makes sense to hire a quantity surveyor.
Speakers
1:30 pm
Bootcamp
Building methods: How a house is built from the ground up
Bootcamp
1:30 pm
Starting with foundations, from strip to piled, then the walls, from traditional masonry to modern methods, and finally the myriad of roofing options including coverings.
Speakers
2:15 pm
Bootcamp
Renewables: How much you need and how much they cost
Bootcamp
2:15 pm
What the building regulations have to say about renewables and energy consumption, what the options are from solar panels to wind and other renewable technologies, plus how to manage it all with home management systems and apps.
Speakers
3:00 pm
Bootcamp
Warm and healthy homes: How to make sure your home is well insulated and airtight
Bootcamp
3:00 pm
Ways to insulate your house and make it airtight, with a special focus on installation and quality control. We go through the building envelope from walls and windows and doors to the roof and floors. Plus the importance of ventilation and taking a whole house approach.
Speakers
3:45 pm
Bootcamp
Renovation focus: A deep dive if you’re in the process of upgrading your home
Bootcamp
3:45 pm
How to approach your project from a planning and design perspective, what grants are available, what regulations to be aware of, how to integrate the existing structure in your plans and common pitfalls
Speakers
PREVIOUS SPEAKERS
John Corless
Construction Expert
All Sessions by John Corless
John Corless
Construction Expert
- johncorlessselfbuild@selfbuild.ie
- https://live.selfbuild.ie/author/john-corless/#
John Corless is a construction expert from County Mayo, Ireland, with over 20 years of experience in residential design. Known for his attention to detail and innovative custom home plans, John blends modern trends with traditional Irish aesthetics to create functional and sustainable living spaces. He guides clients through every step of the process, ensuring personalised solutions that exceed expectations.
Eddie Harkin
Sales
All Sessions by Eddie Harkin
Eddie Harkin
Sales
Micah Jones
architect
All Sessions by Micah Jones
Micah Jones
architect
- micah@selfbuild.ie
- http://micahtjones.com
Micah is an architect based in Co Down
Francis Rilley
Specification Manager
All Sessions by Francis Rilley
Francis Rilley
Specification Manager
- https://live.selfbuild.ie/author/infounilin-com/#
Francis Rilley Specification Manager, Unilin Insulation. Francis joined Xtratherm, now Unilin Insulation, in 2017 and provides specification and technical support in Ireland. Francis with the support of the technical team regularly support self-build projects, advising on both regulation and legislation issues along with optimum fabric choices on projects. Francis has also recently completed a Passive House Designer course and can now also advise on how to achieve your low energy home.
George McStravick
Proprietor
All Sessions by George McStravick
George McStravick
Proprietor
Neil Elliott
Future Renewables Owner
All Sessions by Neil Elliott
Neil Elliott
Future Renewables Owner
All Sessions by Gerard Sheridan
Gerard Sheridan
MD
- http://www.gmsinsulations.ie/
Gerry Sheridan is the MD of GMS Insulations Ltd and has over 40 years experience in the constructionindustry with 20 years in spray foam insulation distribution and technical support
Andrew McKee
Start Solar
All Sessions by Andrew McKee
Andrew McKee
Start Solar
Kate Murphy
Designer and Production Manager
All Sessions by Kate Murphy
Kate Murphy
Designer and Production Manager
Keith Scully
Training Manager
All Sessions by Keith Scully
Keith Scully
Training Manager
Damien Grant
Founder/owner
All Sessions by Damien Grant
Damien Grant
Founder/owner
Hayley Baker
General Manager
All Sessions by Hayley Baker
Hayley Baker
General Manager
All Sessions by Stephen Flynn
Stephen Flynn