Self Build Knowledge Hub

Finding a plot is one of the first major tasks on your self-building checklist. We’ve gathered our best advice to get you started.

Valuing a plot of land can be an intimidating step in the self-building process. We’ve put together a helpful guide to help you through the process.

Discover the best approaches to designing your own self build house, including the thought processes behind designing for everyday life.

Demolishing an existing house can be a more effective way to secure planning permission for a self build. Find out more in our guide.

Be clear on where the boundaries of your plot are. As part of this, you also need to be aware of your responsibilities under the Party Wall Act.

Discover how much it costs to build a self build house, and the areas your need to consider when budgeting for your own home.

Discover what a prefab home is and what advantages it can bring to your self build journey with our guide to prefab homes.

Constructing a flat pack home has its advantages for self build, from a shorter build time to easy customisation. Find out more in our guide!

Learn about the different types of foundations that can be used on your self build house. Discover which building foundation is best for you.

Find out what a kit home is, and the advantages it can bring to a self build home project. Read more.

As a self builder, you might be exempt from paying Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL). Find out more in our self build guide.