Blog - Gloucestershire Barn Conversions Completed (26/03/2013)
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.
Some of you may know about our e-petition to reduce the level of VAT on extensions from 20%. The number of signatories is rising and we would be grateful if people would either sign or recommend it to friends, colleagues or family members. The petition can be found at http://epetitions.direct.gov.uk/petitions/39637
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.
