Architect vs Engineer: Which one do I need? A Full Guide
Trying to decide between an architect or a structural engineer can be a daunting task for anyone who doesn’t have much knowledge of the construction industry, particularly if you’ve never had to deal with either before.
Whilst there are…
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Your Short Guide To Principal Designers
Complying with Construction (Design & Management) 2015 Regulations, and taking care of your customers with a Principal Designer.
In order to protect and reduce the risk of harm to those who have to build, use and maintain structures,…
House Extension Costs: Extending Your Home on the Cheap
Let’s cut to the chase: extending your house can be a time consuming and disruptive affair.
For weeks or months on end you must juggle living in a building site whilst maintaining a normal work/life balance. The process…
Garage Conversions: HLN’s Top 5 Ideas
For most homeowners, space is king. When moving to a new house is not an option, people simply resort to major renovation work such as loft conversions and house extensions.
Basement conversions are also growing…
Choosing the Right Loft Conversion for Your Home
At HLN, we’re passionate about good design especially when it comes to loft conversions.
As we’ve mentioned before, a good quality loft conversion will not only provide you with additional living space, it will also increase…
Chimney Breast Removal: Do I Need a Structural Engineer?
Way back, probably before you were born, the fireplace was an integral part of the home.
A feature focal point, the fireplace was not only a source of warmth; it helped create a sense of ambience that the modern radiator…
EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT: ISOBEL MIDDLE, ARCHITECT/DIRECTOR
1. Tell us a bit about yourself.
I'm a qualified architect with over 20 years of experience. I studied at Newcastle university for my degree then I relocated to Portsmouth Univeristy for my RIBA Part 2.
Shortly…
Bulding Survey: Inspecting a Property Prior to Purchase
What would you do with £5,750: take the holiday of a lifetime; buy a pre-owned yacht; get a post-graduate degree?
Well stop daydreaming! Because you just bought a house without getting a building survey and it’s…
A Short Guide to Modern Methods of Construction (MMC)
As with most industries, construction has evolved considerably over the years. From sustainable building practices to 3D modelling in building and engineering design, innovation abounds, driven by a need for smarter, more efficient…
