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Allan Corfield Architects

Self Build Architects based in Scotland, operating all over the UK.

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ONLINE DESIGN CONSULTATION

The outbreak of COVID-19 pandemic has caused many disruptions both in the construction industry and everyone’s day to day lives. Nevertheless, the current circumstances are a perfect opportunity (while stuck at home) to start planning and researching your grand design project. Early in 2019 we launched our free initial Self Build consultation service, which has helped countless people so far.
We have now decided to go further and are launching our online design consultations. These remote services will support you at the early stages of your Self Build journey, ensuring that you will use this time effectively and will be ready to move on after lockdown.

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

“In considering a self-build project, internet research led me to AC Architects & their excellent free resources, including the ‘Introduction to Self Building’ ebook which is packed with useful guidance & information. The next logical step was to take up their free initial consultation service to discuss my ideas for the project & also address a number of questions I had.

The consultation was easy to book online & the consultation itself was very beneficial, addressing all the questions I had & helping me clarify my thought processes, most importantly helping me to refine budget projection preparation work. For anyone considering a self-build project, it is clear that AC Architects have earned their stripes with a large number of self-build projects & provide very clear resource & initial guidance. The no obligation consultation really is a no-brainer.”

Sean Elliot

ONLINE DESIGN CONSULTATION SERVICE

We hope to help as many potential self-builders as we can. However our free appointments have limited availability, therefore we ask that you only enquire if you meet the following criteria:

  • you are considering starting your Self Build journey within the next 12 months
  • you are not currently working with a UK based Architect

  

OPTION 1 – 30MIN INITIAL SELF BUILD CONSULTATION

  • Discuss your ideas
  • Look at your chosen site or give advice on how to find a site
  • Talk you through the Self Build process
  • Suggest what to do next

Cost – FREE

OPTION 2 – 1-2HR ZOOM CALL WITH AN ARCHITECT

  • Review your ideas and formulate a project brief
  • Review your chosen site or give advice on how to find a site
  • Talk you through the Self Build process
  • Talk you through working with an architect for the first time
  • Discuss your budgeting and finance requirements
  • Discuss energy performance and fabric first
  • Discuss how best to use Pinterest and review your boards
  • Suggest what to do next

Cost – £150 ex. VAT

right time self build brief

OPTION 3 – 3-4HR ZOOM CALL WITH AN ARCHITECT

  • Includes all of Option 1 plus
  • Prepare initial sketch floor plans
  • Prepare sketch elevation or key image
  • Issue these sketches to you after the call, which you can use on your future project
  • Provide you with a fixed fee proposal for your project

Cost – £250 ex. VAT

Passivhaus, Passive house, Low-Energy Home

OPTION 4 – PASSIVE HOUSE/LOW ENERGY CONSULTATION - 3-4HR ZOOM CALL WITH A CERTIFIED PASSIVE HOUSE DESIGNER

  • Includes all of Option 1 plus
  • Site Orientation and features (trees, buildings, hills, mountains)
  • Building form and proposed materials
  • Position and size for windows and doors
  • Potential shading / overheating risks
  • Layout and building proportions
  • Provide you with a fixed fee proposal for your project

Cost – £250 ex. VAT

More than anything we hope that we can inspire and help educate you – so that you are ready to start planning your self-build journey.

If you are ready to book your consultation, then click on your preferred date on the calender below. You will then be presented with the available times, confirm your choice then fill in the required information. We will then be in touch to confirm the appointment and issue your invoice (if you chose a paid option).

FIND OUT HOW WE CAN HELP YOU

DOWNLOAD OUR FREE SELF BUILD EBOOK!

Are you considering building your own self-build dream home? If so, download our free ‘introduction to self building’ ebook.

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    Allan Corfield Architects Ltd |
    The North – Lewis House, Unit 213 East Way,
    Hillend Industrial Estate, Hillend, Dunfermline, FIFE, KY11 9JF

    The South – National Self Build & Renovation Centre
    Lydiard Fields, Great Western Way, Swindon SN5 8UB

    T 01383 737101 | E info@acarchitects.biz

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