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Pre Design
The overheating problem
May 9, 2019
How to design and retrofit homes to avoid overheating and maintain a comfortable temperature. In this article we cover: Architectural…
Building Methods: Blockwork
March 14, 2019
Blockwork remains the most common building method in Ireland today. In this article we cover: What is masonry construction and…
Project management: what needs to get done
December 4, 2018
The project manager must look after the smooth running of operations as well as the rules and regulations; Roger Bell…
Cross Laminated Timber for Self Builds
November 22, 2018
Next generation timber: The concept of laminating wood to make it stronger has been around for centuries, but it’s only relatively…
Insulating Concrete Formwork Explained
August 17, 2018
This quick and cost-effective method of construction is increasing in popularity among self-builders. Insulating Concrete Formwork (ICF) originated in Germany…
Tiny homes
August 17, 2018
A great future or a current fad? In this article we cover: What is a tiny home - size, what…
Grass Roofs
July 20, 2018
An overview of how to add some life to your building’s roof covering. There are two types of green roofs:…
How to choose a designer for your build
May 29, 2018
Although it’s possible to design your new build completely on your own, it’s almost certainly a false economy and a…
Building methods explained
May 22, 2018
Ronan McKee provides a bird’s eye view of the most common building methods available to self-builders in Ireland today. In…
How to finance your self-build in Northern Ireland
May 21, 2018
The Belfast Selfbuild Live Bootcamp 2018 featured a panel of experts in the field of build cost estimating, insurance and…
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