WORDS ALEXANDRA PRATT PHOTOS SIMON BURT PHOTOGRAPHY
The exterior larch cladding will develop an attractive silver patina over time
Finding the right plot at the right price and in the right place is the first major hurdle for most self builders, especially in attractive rural counties like Cornwall. As a result, many realise the benefits of buying an existing house in their ideal location in order to knock it down and build in its place. However, this route can bring various risks and challenges, as Fred and Sue Dow discovered on their journey to achieving their perfect property.
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