A self build house project diary
by Oliver Cannell

A self build house in the making

Follow the process of how we are designing and building a new house ourselves - with help from all the right experts and trades.

Update March 2024 - We're still working on it!
Although the house is nearing completion (if that's ever possible!) and we're living in it, the blog is playing catch-up. More blog entries are being added all the time.



A spot of gardening to keep the neighbours happy A spot of gardening to keep the neighbours happy

After receiving some comments from the neighbours, some trimming was required to keep the greenery looking tidy.

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Anti Fly-Tipping Fencing Erected Anti Fly-Tipping Fencing Erected

Have put up some semi-temporary fencing to help prevent fly-tipping on site.

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Self Build Course - Construction Technology (Part 1) Self Build Course - Construction Technology (Part 1)

I attended Module 5 of this course today, at the National Self Build and Renovation Centre, Swindon.

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Fly Tipping On Site

Have been notified of fly tipping on site - twice!

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Planning difficulties, slow progress and design changes

Some issues with the current design and lack of progress with the planners, has changed the strategy a little.

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