Above: This Edwardian terrace has been sensitively remodelled and extended with a striking new addition. The project came in at £109,550 and has added 30m2 at the rear of the house
DAVID BARBOUR
Even the most hands-on renovator will need to engage professionals to achieve a manageable and successful project. Just how much assistance you require will depend on the complexity of the renovation works needed, your own level of competence and how enthusiastic you are about getting stuck in. On a heritage home, there will inevitably be some elements that simply must be undertaken by a skilled professional. There are broadly three categories of specialist you’re likely to engage at some point during this kind of renovation project:
● Expert advisors for assessment, design, specification and gaining the necessary consents.