If there are trees close to where you’re building, it’s probably a good idea to get them checked out. This new house by architects Ian McChesney (
www.mcchesney.co.uk) was built close to trees. The designers had to negotiate extensively with the local planning department, mainly because of the location within a conservation area
ADAM SCOTT
Why are self build houses better designed than most of those found on a typical housing estate? It’s partly because self builders customise their homes to their individual tastes, aspirations and budget. But there is another factor that makes the character of a well-planned project unique – where it’s built. Every plot, however ordinary it may look, has distinct features that can influence the layout and form of the building. Architects use these characteristics to help shape a new dwelling.
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