The construction team have now finished the barn
conversion previously mentioned in this blog. I have attached a picture below
of the finished article.
The transformation has been stunning and the picture
doesn’t do the barn justice. It was taken on one of the ‘grey’ cold days that
have dominated this winter. We will be compiling
a “stage-by-stage” photo montage of the project to feature on the website.
The choice of materials used in this project was
important. We selected and sourced green oak felled and processed within ten
miles of the site. It is important to use local suppliers and tradesmen where
possible.
A common thread within these posts is the weather and
how it has affected the building projects.
Currently there is no change with sub-zero temperatures stopping the
bricklayers. So “fingers crossed” that
we do have some better weather shortly.
The planning submissions and application have been
strong over the last month. We have made various applications relating to vet’s
practices, equestrian centres, residential extensions and new dwellings.
The scheme of works for our Spanish client is underway
and progressing well. Once again this illustrates how the internet has been a
phenomenal tool in transforming our business.
Negotiations are also underway in connection with designing
a 50 flat development within a city centre environment, which is both exciting
and good news. More of the ‘larger’ developments starting the planning process
will mean eventually more construction jobs for the economy, and greater confidence
in the market place - great news.
Well the budget came and went with not a great deal of
substance. I really think it’s a case of just keep working hard and providing
great customer service at a fair price.
We do have many repeat customers and referrals and are very proud of our
planning success rate. That is the successful formula we have applied over the
last 15 years.
