Your first building experience?
While you do want the best quality construction, you also want to ensure that every cent you spend is delivering value
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The Role of a project manager
The project manager will be responsible for general liason between the field and the architect and owne
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If you’re selling your property, then consider this …
Have someone with a fresh pair of eyes, point out areas of your home that need work and consider the following.
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Decorators: Finding your guide for brilliant design
Hiring an interior decorator to guide you through the designing process of homemaking may seem like an unnecessary expense, but there are real benefits to seeking a professional.
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New Kitchen Look
With the advent of 3D design technology it has become far easier for kitchen designers and architects to effectively communicate ideas with their clients…or has it?
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From Concept to Construction: How Drafting Services Streamline Home Improvement Projects
Learn how drafting services turn home improvement dreams into reality with precision and expertise
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Interior Design
There are no set guidelines to designing a room, there is only a creative outlook that people have to imagine before it is together. There are however a few tips and ideas that can help add the look that you want to your room.
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How to design a more Eco-Friendly Home
For any building to receive a certificate of occupancy, every professional involved - from the designer to the builder - needs to comply with SANS standard 10400-XA building standards
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RENOVATIONS AND COMPLIANCE
Drawings should be put in place inspected by an assessor and be approved before any project starts. Building an illegal, foreign or not recognised structure by the municipality is totally unacceptable, free advice must be given to consumers of the services and products.
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Why do you need to use an Architectural Professional for your Building Project?
Although some designs are eye-catching and modern, they may not conform to your specific needs or requirements.
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Interior design mistakes to avoid
Interior design is a true art that some are more naturally skilled in than others. Improve your interior designing skills by taking note of these definite don’ts:
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Interior Designers
We all want the best for our homes, and have copious amounts of visions and Pinterest boards that map out every detail of our tastes, styles and preferences. However, not all of us have the capability and training to put these visions out into the real world. This is why HomeImprovement4U gives you access to the relaible and gifted hands of Interior
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Building Project managers and what to tell them
Its always a good idea to personally speak to your building project manager, this is because it is not an easy job to do 100% when there is not real scope of what you as the home owner are wanting to do, so here are a few tips to help yourself and him/her.
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6 Mistakes to avoid before you build
Set your budget or get assistance in setting it, be realistic and have a 10% contingency fund
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Building Project Managers
Generally, you will need to speak with a building project manager if you plan to build, extend or renovate your property. Project managers can be architects, interior designers, surveyors, engineers, or project consultants, amongst others. Essentially, the job of a building project manager is to give advice or to undertake tasks that are in relation to the building industry.
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COSTING: AN IMPORTANT PART OF YOUR PROJECT
The Bill Of Quantities (BOQ) ensures that all measured works are covered hence this helps in advising the client on the expected cost of construction.
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