Converting Old Buildings into New Homes

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Residential property prices have risen dramatically over the years yet there are thousands of dilapidated and unused buildings which can present a much cheaper way of acquiring a home. This book is written with the enthusiastic Examines every aspect of converting types of redundant property including: surveys; legislation and regulations; planning applications; professional help and advice; and finance, budgeting and insurance Discusses: evaluation and preparation of plans; briefing of professional consultants; design and location of various living spaces; external features; lighting, heating, ventilation, mains services, energy conservation and acoustics. Guides the reader through tenders, contracts, specifications, quotations, choosing builders, planning the project, timetables and on-site operations. Includes a number of case studies which demonstrate what can be achieved with different types of property. AUTHOR Barrie Davies graduated in 1970 from the Welsh School of Architecture. He worked for twenty-eight years as architect and project manager for international commercial organisations. Nigel Begg graduated from Kingston School of Architecture in 1983 and runs his award-winning architectural practice in Somerset. ILLUSTRATIONS 158 colour photos *

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Barrie Davies graduated in 1970 from the Welsh School of Architecture. He worked for twenty-eight years as architect and project manager for international commercial organisations. Nigel Begg graduated from Kingston School of Architecture in 1983 and runs his award-winning architectural practice in Somerset.