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Your Double Storey Extension Guide for 2024
Your Double Storey Extension Guide for 2024

28/07/2024

House Extensions

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Double storey extensions are an increasingly popular space-saving solution for homeowners looking to extend their property and transform the space. Understanding the costs involved is the first step to making that dream a reality; in this cost guide, the experienced team at BASE bring you this detailed cost guide to provide insights, advice and budgetingContinue reading “Your Double Storey Extension Guide for 2024”

Barn Conversion Cost: Breaking down the expenses of barn conversions
Barn Conversion Cost: Breaking down the expenses of barn conversions

26/07/2024

Guides

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Residential

With plenty of popularity amongst homeowners in recent years, barn conversions continue to be one of the most sought-after types of home. One of the most important factors of a barn conversion project is being able to estimate the overall project cost. From initial surveys to interior finishes, understanding the typical costs involved in buildingContinue reading “Barn Conversion Cost: Breaking down the expenses of barn conversions”

Navigating Barn Conversions in the UK: The Ultimate Reference for Converting Barns into Homes
Navigating Barn Conversions in the UK: The Ultimate Reference for Converting Barns into Homes

24/07/2024

Guides

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Residential

If you’re considering transforming your barn into a stunning home or commercial space, you’ll likely have a lot of questions. From acquiring initial planning permission, to understanding the necessary criteria for a self build barn conversion, there’s plenty to consider before you take the plunge. Working with you every step of the way, learn everythingContinue reading “Navigating Barn Conversions in the UK: The Ultimate Reference for Converting Barns into Homes”

How Strategic Contract Administration Mitigates Construction Risks
How Strategic Contract Administration Mitigates Construction Risks

29/12/2023

Commercial

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Having an effective contract administrator in place is beneficial for the success of any construction project, due to their ability to proactively identify and mitigate potential risks that can cause unnecessary additional costs or delays during the procurement and construction process. In this article, we highlight the key responsibilities of a contract administrator, and whyContinue reading “How Strategic Contract Administration Mitigates Construction Risks”

Creating Meaningful Architectural Design: Functionality and Aesthetics
Creating Meaningful Architectural Design: Functionality and Aesthetics

22/12/2023

Grand Designs

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In the world of architecture, the pairing of functionality and aesthetics brings art and science together to create meaningful, impactful spaces. Sometimes referred to as tectonics in the industry, we understand the power of striking this delicate balance. Architectural design, at its core, is much more than creating visually appealing structures. It’s about creating spacesContinue reading “Creating Meaningful Architectural Design: Functionality and Aesthetics”

How Much Do Architectural Services Cost in 2023?
How Much Do Architectural Services Cost in 2023?

29/11/2022

Guides

A big topic, and a very important one if you are considering your own project at home or business. Prior to appointing any architect or architectural practice, it is fundamental that you have clarity and understanding of how they propose to manage their fees and ultimately your expense (and arguably risk). How are Architect FeesContinue reading “How Much Do Architectural Services Cost in 2023?”

How to Get Planning Permission on Agricultural Land
How to Get Planning Permission on Agricultural Land

24/11/2022

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England and Wales are famed for their green and pleasant land.  But what you can do with that land differs depending on its use class, where it is located, whether it is allocated as a site for future housing, and whether any other designations cover it (for example if it is in the Green BeltContinue reading “How to Get Planning Permission on Agricultural Land”

The Base Guide to Energy Saving – Harnessing the Power of the Sun
The Base Guide to Energy Saving – Harnessing the Power of the Sun

02/11/2022

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As the cost of energy soars and climate change fears grow, what practical changes can you make to help you to save money and help the environment? Whether you have an existing property or are planning a new build or extension, there are actions you can take to reduce your energy consumption. In part oneContinue reading “The Base Guide to Energy Saving – Harnessing the Power of the Sun”

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