Getting the design right
You searched far and wide and you’ve fi nally pinned down the perfect property to renovate. You’ve gone over the major costs and established that the work needed is fi nancially viable and you’ve set a project budget. Maybe you’ve even got an idea in mind for how it can be adapted to suit you, but as tempting as it might feel to rush ahead with getting the builders in and knocking down walls, you need to fully fl esh out the design before any work starts in earnst.
Whatever route you choose, avoid designing as you go with builders on site. This project is a major investment, possibly eating into your hard-earned life savings, so it’s really important to take your time to get the plans pinned down in advance. Being organised and pulling together detailed drawings and specifi cations that your contractors and trades work from will put you in the best position to achieve your dream home on time and on budget.