Good news, we are back on track!

Good news, we are back on track!

Thankfully we have found a solution to our structural dilemma. Our engineer has confirmed that the external leaf of the new cavity walls for bedroom 3 can be supported on 10mm steel plates. Beams D1 and D2 are to be…

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Utter Dismay

Utter Dismay

We have suddenly found ourselves in a position that we really do not want to be in. Our plans are incorrect. On Saturday, as our builder measured up for the new steels, he realised that there was an issue with…

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Week 2

Week 2

Things are starting to get a little scary…! Windows have come out, walls have come down, supports to hold the house up have gone in and foundations are starting to be dug out. Despite the progress, we have unfortunately come…

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Wish list: May

Wish list: May

Welcome to May’s wish list which centres around stand-out features within the home. High on my list this month is 1) Exposed brickwork. I love how incorporating exposed brick brings character and raw charm into an interior space. It mixes up the old and new and provides a…

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The Plans

The Plans

It has suddenly dawned on me that I haven’t actually shared my architect’s drawings with you all! So, I only thought it right to do this now before works get underway. But before I do, a little update for you all, as…

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