– Get a thorough ground survey done. It may cost more upfront but it could save you money during the build if things like tree roots are found that delay the start of build. #LL/Finding_Land
– Make sure you get the materials you plan to use as samples to determine how they work together #LL/Design
– Don’t be woolly with the detail. Getting the detail right in the earlier stages can help prevent last minute decision making. #LL/Design
– Reduce the time restrictions to reduce the stress of making decision #LL/Planning
– Remote workers increase the risk, use local firms for design as well as build. #LL/Project_Management
– Ensure the utilities, including septic tank condition are useable before purchasing the land/property #LL/Finding_Land
– Get the windows manufacturer to measure for the windows or have the architect/project planner take the liability for communication. Or be extremely clear and accurate with the measurements communicated to the window manufacturers. #LL/Design #LL/Project_Management
– The outside of the house during work is a muddy bog and planned pathways could be useful (they used old railway sleepers and shingle) #LL/Project_Management
– Festivals use corrugated aluminium sheets
– Near the coast and high up the weather is harsher so leathery plants are preferred #LL/Design
– Use local materials and plants helps set the property into the surrounding area. Possibly helps with planning too. #LL/Design
– Don’t build a house with a new-born baby #LL/Planning
– Be “pathologically” optimistic as there will be times when the project doesn’t seem to move forwards at all. #LL/Project_Management
– If you are interested in Self Build then most people start at a Self Build exhibition. #LL/Design
– Reduce time constraints on the project so that overwork is avoided
– Prevents silly errors that can be time consuming to correct. #LL/Project_Management
– Kevin’s leather trousers in the first scene should stay in the 90’s or on motorcyclists.