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Bespoke log cabins

What is a bespoke log cabin? Well, this is pretty much what we do for each customer; bespoke means that you get an individual design for your cabin. Now, how easily we can alter the design depends upon the type … Continue reading

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Permitted Development

Before we start, here is a massive disclaimer.  We have written this article as a guide only. We are not planning consultants and we are not responsible for whether or not you are allowed to build in your garden and … Continue reading

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Granny annexe range

People ask us to show them buildings suitable for use as granny annexes, but although we have a few standard models, we usually work the other way around. You tell us what you want – how many rooms your granny … Continue reading

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Holiday in a log cabin.

Before you phone asking us: no we don’t offer holidays!  Why mention them then?  Well, we thing that if you want a really good idea whether you want to buy a log cabin to live in permanently, then what better … Continue reading

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What are log cabins suitable for?

We get many calls regarding log cabins and their suitability for use as certain structure types.  But the truth is, that there are a whole host of applications for which a log cabin is ideal. Amongst their uses, most people … Continue reading

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Granny annexe projects required for BBC documentary

 We have been approached by The BBC in relation to a possible new documentary.  If you might be interested in taking part, please read on: Are you thinking about moving an elderly relative in to live closer to you?  … Continue reading

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Sustainable buildings uk

Where do you start, when you want to build a sustainable building?  Well, you could do worse than start with wood.  Wood is obviously a natural product, but not only does it lock up carbon, it looks great and is … Continue reading

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Log cabins Yorkshire | Log cabins in Yorkshire

If you are looking for somewhere to go for a relaxing long weekend or a proper summer break, you should consider something that is not as obvious but will be just as rewarding as the more popular resorts. In Yorkshire … Continue reading

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Planning consultants Cambridgeshire

Many of our customers have planning issues that they need to address, for adding granny annexes, building houses on their land etc.  For this reason, we are constructing a planning consultants directory, listing consultants throughout the UK. To this end, … Continue reading

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Planning consultants Hertfordshire

Here is the second in our range of articles to do specifically with listing planning consultants in and around the UK. Previously, we dealt with planning consultants in London and how to choose them.  We have also dealt with planning consultant … Continue reading

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