Decanted Self Build Retrot

Aims

Time Budget Client wishes Reuse where possible Repair and modernise Warmer, cheaper, greener and improved air quality/health

PragmaFc goals re performance and nish Complete before move back in

Approach

Unique situaFon? Moved nearby Employed friends as labour Live-in work force Full commitment Stay sane Being sure

PreparaFon

Spent plenty of Fme planning Outline Schedule Outline Budget breakdown Framework

Things that helped

Mini deadlines Being close by Having dialogue with client Balancing Flexibility Being in control

Things that were stressful

No breathing Fme No escape Managing people and trades Mixing roles Inevitable surprises Being the last word Imposing on Neighbourhood

Outcome

Over Fme Over budget Not quite nished BUT We love it!!! Client especially happy Sense of saFsfacFon AppreciaFng the love that we were able to put in