Most of us would love to design and build
our own home. In fact, more people than ever are doing precisely this. But how
exactly do you go about it? How much of the building work should you do
yourself? This manual explains the entire process in plain English, backed up
with hundreds of colour photos showing real self-build projects taking shape. Each
chapter is devoted to a key stage of the build from the foundations right
through to snagging and completion. Whether you tackle some of the works
yourself, or employ architects and contractors, this step-bystep guide will
show you how to stay firmly in control, and cut out the stress, completing your
project on time and within budget, and saving a small fortune!