It’s everyone’s dream, to buy an old barn and convert it
into a stunning and spacious home with private landscaped gardens in a peaceful
location in the countryside. The dream to create a wonderful and original home
with all the space you need for yourself and your family.
From derelict barn to a home that provides exactly the space
and rooms you want needs careful thought and planning. The first crucial step
is to find an expert, someone who has the experience and skills to guide you
through the whole process. Doing this will ultimately save you time, money and
a lot of stress.
Your expert will have been through the whole process before.
Even better if you can find an expert who can take care of the whole process
from initial idea, through design, planning and building.
What you need to
consider?
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Is the barn listed?
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Do you need planning permission from change of
use from agricultural to residential and how likely is this to be granted?
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Are you going for a traditional look or do you
want to combine an old building with a modern design?
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How will your barn be connected to the mains? An
agricultural barn might not have had mains services. What will this add to the
cost?
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How sound is the structure will any timbers need
replacing? How will this affect the overall design?
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Your expert should be able to provide you with quotes
and costings for the whole process broken down into individual stages and
processes. This is where you will save time and money by using one expert for the
whole process.
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What rooms do you need? How many reception rooms?
Do you need a home office? How many bedrooms and how will they all fit into the
overall design. Do you plan for a games room or garden room? Will you need an
extension to provide extra space and how will this impact on the overall design?
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Using an expert who will have the knowledge to
know which designs will be accepted by planning and make the whole process simpler
for you.
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How will your barn be heated? Ask your expert
about running costs and energy saving elements
Remember barn conversions are not the cheapest option for your
home in the country, but they do have the promise of light airy rooms, large
living areas and a comfortable and truly original home.
To find an expert in barn conversions check on the Internet or ask friends and relatives for
recommendations. Look for someone who has experience of barn conversions, someone
who can show you completed barn conversions and who has testimonials from
satisfied customers.
For a few Kent building Developments barn conversions please
visitwww.kent-build.co.uk
