The total value of contract awards in January 2021 was £4.3 billion, a decrease of 12% on December 2020 and also 10% lower than the monthly average in 2020 which was £4.8 billion. The latest edition of the Economic & Construction Market Review from industry analysts Barbour ABI, highlights levels
With the fire cladding crisis making headline news, industry experts are looking at the role of technology to improve fire safety standards today, and in the future. In response to evidence heard at the Grenfell Inquiry, the Government’s White Paper¹ on social housing and the draft Building Safety Bill, there
Now under the impressive CPG (Construction Products Group) Europe banner, and with an experienced, proven team at the helm, StructureCare has welcomed 2021 with a brand new website full of information, which is simple and quick to explore and designed to aid the architect, surveyor, contractor and asset manager when
Academics at Northumbria University, Newcastle, have been backed by the Government’s Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA) to develop an antiviral coating suitable for use on everyday surfaces. DASA, part of the Ministry of Defence, has commissioned a research team from Northumbria to develop a new type of multifunctional antiviral coating
White Red Architects completes striking, 9,000 sqft office refurbishment in the heart of historic Covent Garden, at 12-13 Henrietta Street. 12-13 Henrietta Street comprises the refurbishment of speculative office space for client Royal London, including a new reception and common parts, taking inspiration from the surroundings and the nearby London
Yorkshire housebuilder Harron Homes has welcomed Matt Bradwell, 31, to its Highfield Manor development in Fixby as Site Manager. Matt, from Chesterfield, is well established in the construction industry having started as an apprentice bricklayer at the age of 16. He joined Harron five years ago, following a former colleague who
National housebuilder Keepmoat Homes is bringing 79 much needed new homes to Bury St. Edmunds. Located on the former Howard Community Primary School, just off St. Olaves Road, the development, Lyle Place, in partnership with The Newbury Community Association (NCA), Suffolk Council and St Edmundsbury Borough Council, will comprise of
It is no longer news that the standard of personal hygiene and sanitation has been raised, over the years. High traffic areas with objects touched by different people require more attention to curtail the spread of germs. You will need to focus more of your attention on the areas or
Many homeowners love conducting home renovations and projects every once in a while as a way of improving their homes and these home improvement projects are more than just hanging a banksy canvas on the wall for interior design. We’re talking about renovations that can potentially increase your home’s value.
The total value of contract awards in January 2021 was £4.3 billion, a decrease of 12% on December 2020 and also 10% lower than the monthly average in 2020 which was £4.8 billion. The latest edition of the Economic & Construction Market Review from industry analysts Barbour ABI, highlights levels of construction contract values awarded across Great Britain. Sector analysis shows that the total value of infrastructure projects reached £500 million in January, which is 57% lower than December 2020. The total value of contract awards for industrial were also low compared to recent figures, in January the total value was £600 million which is a decline of 24% compared to December 2020. However, there was significant activity in the warehousing sub-sector. Two of the top four overall contract awards in January were warehouse projects – including the £125 million Next Warehouse in South Elmsall Yorkshire, and the £100 million Uniserve Distribution Centre in Suffolk. Planning in January was also strong in the industrial sector with a total of £700 million new approvals. The hotel leisure and sport sector saw exceptional activity with £1.8 billion of approvals – major projects included the £1.3 billion Olympia Redevelopment in London, a £250 million Gateshead Quays Redevelopment in the North East, and the £350 million Manchester Arena project in the North West. Commenting on the figures, Tom Hall, Chief Economist at Barbour ABI and AMA Research said, “The planning environment maintained activity in January, continuing its recent trajectory at lower than average levels. Those hoping for a bounce in activity as we leave the EU will be disappointed; clearly the Covid-19 pandemic remains the main factor suppressing activity. Meanwhile it is positive to see some life in the Hotel and Leisure sector with record planning approvals over the last quarter.” Download the full report here: https://bit.ly/3aXPIuJ
With the fire cladding crisis making headline news, industry experts are looking at the role of technology to improve fire safety standards today, and in the future. In response to evidence heard at the Grenfell Inquiry, the Government’s White Paper¹ on social housing and the draft Building Safety Bill, there has never been more intense focus on improving fire prevention and response infrastructure for social housing. The Government’s White Paper on social housing sets out how it will deliver fundamental change, to ensure people feel safe and secure in their homes. Two key steps are to legislate to strengthen the objective of the Regulator of Social Housing so that it will explicitly include fire safety, and to require social landlords to be regulated and remain transparent. Furthermore, the Government will launch a consultation on requiring smoke alarms in social housing. Also, the Government has set out that it will expect the Regulator of Social Housing to prepare a Memorandum of Understanding with the Health and Safety Executive, to ensure effective sharing of information with the Building Safety Regulator. It’s becoming increasingly clear that success will require new approaches to how social housing providers monitor and manage fire risk in their buildings. James King, Connected Homes Director of fire safety technology experts FireAngel, says: “We welcome the Government’s White Paper on social housing and its new Charter for social housing residents, which aims to ensure greater landlord accountability and transparent communication with tenants. This and the draft Building Safety Bill point to a lot of work around fire prevention. ‘We’re at a stage where technology can shoulder some of the responsibility of fire safety, and housing providers, fire services and regulators can use it to protect tenants and homes more effectively. ‘Since the Grenfell tragedy, the relationship between the Fire Rescue Service and social landlords has strengthened and there is huge interest on both sides in how connected technology can provide real-time information, assess risk and engage with tenants to ensure they are and feel safe. With the right technologies, fire prevention and response can become easier, more effective and more proactive. ‘By introducing connected technologies such as IoT and AI, social landlords can create serious efficiencies and relieve some of the burden of fire prevention, and can also make life safer and easier for their tenants. Post-Grenfell, more than 400 ‘waking watches’ were established around the country to monitor buildings. However, they’re expensive and only designed to work as an interim measure; relying on humans for fire prevention shouldn’t be the only intervention and it certainly isn’t sustainable long term”, adds James King. “With remote monitoring and cloud connectivity of smoke detectors, social landlords can streamline fire prevention, as it creates an opportunity for centralised, off-site monitoring so that multiple sites can be managed from a single place. ‘Connected technology can be installed within the parameters of an existing budget, and potentially provide more protection. ‘This combination of IOT and AI technologies provides 24/7 oversight of buildings and their changing fire risks, collecting data that can be analysed for trends and patterns. AI can even offer predictive analysis based on these trends, which gets more accurate the more data it processes. With the right technologies, today we can automate these processes, highlighting who needs more support to help housing providers engage directly with at-risk tenants, encouraging independent living and proactive intervention. ‘From the fire services’ perspective, connected technology and remote monitoring enable them to assess data relating to, not only the condition of the building materials, but also vulnerable tenants, managing and preventing risks. From a tenant’s perspective, digitisation means they can be informed on the state of the safety system within their own homes and they can report concerns and engage with social landlords easily. For the fire service, connected technology can enable them not only to monitor but to prevent risk, before it becomes a 999 call,” adds James King. ¹ https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/the-charter-for-social-housing-residents-social-housing-white-paper
Now under the impressive CPG (Construction Products Group) Europe banner, and with an experienced, proven team at the helm, StructureCare has welcomed 2021 with a brand new website full of information, which is simple and quick to explore and designed to aid the architect, surveyor, contractor and asset manager when specifying the company’s market leading products and services. The StructureCare website can be found here www.structurecare.com. StructureCare is a structural maintenance and repair company, providing a range of product and service portfolios covering the infrastructure, industrial, retail, commercial and residential industry sectors in the UK. The team specialises in transforming car park facilities, waterproofing elevated service decks, flat roofs and podium slabs, as well as installing specialist protective coatings and movement joints to prolong the life of a structure. The website looks at the six business areas – Roofing, Structural Waterproofing, Car Parks, Movement Joints, Concrete Repair and Corrosion Management, and Asset Management – on the front page so one click directs the visitor quickly to where they need to be. Other new areas encompass downloadable product and technical brochures; full case study reports illustrating in detail how StructureCare works on each project; CPDs; and News and Blogs. Ryan Williams, Business Development Manager, says of plans for 2021 “We are looking forward to completing our current projects, starting new ones and implementing our product development strategy. Lots of plans and new projects are in the pipeline and the new website, and our professional social media, will be updated regularly so we are maximising our communications to our customers and partners.”
Academics at Northumbria University, Newcastle, have been backed by the Government’s Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA) to develop an antiviral coating suitable for use on everyday surfaces. DASA, part of the Ministry of Defence, has commissioned a research team from Northumbria to develop a new type of multifunctional antiviral coating which could form part of the country’s biodefence – crucial to combatting public health crises such as the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. In partnership with Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), academics from the University’s Department of Applied Sciences are working to create a unique “superhydrophobic” – low friction – coating that enables surfaces to be functionalised in a way that destroys viruses whilst maintaining robust and easy-to-clean properties. While antiviral coatings are not a new concept, existing approaches can release undesirable chemical compounds into the environment, are not long lasting or are difficult to clean and maintain. This novel coating aims to provide a solution to the drawbacks of current formulas. Funding from DASA will enable the research team to explore wide-ranging applications, to understand whether the coating is universally robust on an array of surfaces and materials. It is hoped that in the future it could be used on high-contact surfaces such as handrails on public transport, hospital trolleys or shop till-points, as well as domestically – on door handles or bathroom taps, for example. Such a scientific development is a vital biodefence tool that could help bring down the COVID-19 ‘R’ rate, while allowing more scope for ‘normal’ life to continue. Dr Matt Unthank, project lead and Associate Professor in Polymer Chemistry, said: “Having the ability and insight to design multifunctional coating systems that can create long lasting defence against viruses, whilst also being compatible with everyday life, is challenging yet important. “It’s not just about destroying viruses in the laboratory. New coating systems and surface treatments need to be robustness, easy to clean, universal in their application, safe and low cost. Our research seeks to explore these interdependencies and to develop new antiviral coating systems for the current and future pandemics.” Routes to antiviral surfaces Disinfecting methods such as chemical, bleach or alcohol-based products actively destroy, or deactivate, microorganisms such as bacteria and viruses on contact. However, this approach requires constant retreatment of the surfaces with disinfecting agent which can be labour intensive and impractical. An alternative approach is to create a permanent or semi-permanent surface that destroys virus particles on contact, known as an ‘antiviral’ surface. These fall into two major categories: 1) those that slowly leach virucidal chemicals from a coated surface into the environment resulting in an antiviral effect, known as ‘controlled release’ biocidal or virucidal coatings. 2) those that have a surface that is permanently capable of destroying microorganisms, such as coronavirus and are known as ‘contact biocidal’ or ‘contact virucidal’ coating Ian Shortman, technical partner and Senior Scientist at Dstl, said: “This work aims to develop transparent coatings which are both biocidal and water repellent. The approaches being adopted could provide a wide range of benefits, and be easily applied to a range of surfaces such as textiles and plastics.” Andrew Caldwell, Head of DASA, said: “Congratulations to Northumbria University, we look forward to seeing the progress of this important and exciting project. “This work is a great example of how DASA working with others finds, funds and helps accelerate the development of important innovations that help keep us all safe.” Dr Matt Unthank and his team are focussing on developing new multifunctional contact biocidal and virucidal coatings, which are safe, do not release chemicals to the environment and are user friendly and universal in their application. One disadvantage of all biocidal and virucidal coatings is that surface contamination by dust, debris and dirt can disable its antiviral capabilities overtime. An ideal coating system would be both potent in its antimicrobial properties but also easy-clean or even self-cleaning in nature. This concept is the inspiration for the low friction, or ‘superhydrophobic’ qualities of the coatings under development by researchers at Northumbria University – a vision that sets it apart from existing antiviral coating technologies.
White Red Architects completes striking, 9,000 sqft office refurbishment in the heart of historic Covent Garden, at 12-13 Henrietta Street. 12-13 Henrietta Street comprises the refurbishment of speculative office space for client Royal London, including a new reception and common parts, taking inspiration from the surroundings and the nearby London Transport Museum. White Red Architects’ aim was to give this historic building back some of its personality; a stronger character that would connect it positively with the people that work there. They decided to step back from the traditional approach of focussing on the office floor plate and instead designed the shared reception as the centre of the proposal. “We didn’t want this to be just another indistinct, speculative office project. There was an opportunity in this historic building to tackle the challenge of office refurbishment differently and create something that prospective users might be really fond of. We were determined to adopt a daring design in this prestigious location and were grateful that our client embraced this approach,” added Joe Haire, director at White Red Architects. The shared reception area forms the centre of the proposal. Being visible from the street and the first space you enter it is vitally important to the building. It has been designed to double-up as both a traditional reception, controlling the flow of people into the building, but also as a space that invites you to wait, to socialise or work, making it a natural extension of the office spaces above. A generous solid oak ‘dining’ table occupies the centre of the space inviting groups to sit and talk while more discreet high benches around the perimeter and in the windows are placed for individuals to sit and work. This activity in the building’s entrance makes for a more attractive space to spend time and activates a previously dormant facade. Colour and shape have been used to add character. Racing green is already present throughout much of Covent Garden and this classical colour has been carried through the building in paint, floor resin, handmade tiles and acoustic panels, linking the spaces together. The distinctive arches that line the reception come from the beautiful Victorian ironwork of the semi-circular green windows of the London Transport Museum nearby. Also key to the character of the building is its historic facade. After years of neglect and pollution, the stone mouldings, brickwork and metalwork had dissolved into the background. The facade was thoroughly cleaned, brickwork repointed with lime mortar and the metalwork repainted, bringing the frontage back to life. The central attribute of the office floors is the racing green ductwork with golden ‘top hat’ diffusers against the structure of the concrete waffle slab above. Exposing structure and services is not typically seen in commercial spaces in this more traditional part of Central London, and so it was crucial that this was designed and set out neatly. White Red Architects worked closely with the M&E consultant in Revit to design and model every conduit, duct and detector. These were reflected in the developing CGIs and passed on to the Contractor during construction allowing the team to collectively control the process and be confident of the outcome. The services are fed by a central spine running down the centre of the long floor plates, concealed with a raft of acoustic panels. These panels are made entirely from recycled plastic bottles. The fit-out and finish of the two office floors were approached differently. The third floor is finished as far as Cat A and more traditionally without colour, whilst the second floor is finished to Cat B, in full colour and includes meeting rooms, floor finishes, kitchen, desks, sofas and storage. This is the show floor and immediately ready for a prospective tenant to move in and start work. The furniture and furnishings have been selected in line with the character of the design and offer something bolder and more adventurous in what is typically a very reserved office market.
Yorkshire housebuilder Harron Homes has welcomed Matt Bradwell, 31, to its Highfield Manor development in Fixby as Site Manager. Matt, from Chesterfield, is well established in the construction industry having started as an apprentice bricklayer at the age of 16. He joined Harron five years ago, following a former colleague who recommended the company and from there he quickly progressed to a Site Manager role at Amberwood Chase in Dewsbury. “I was offered an Assistant Site Manager position at my previous company when I was 22, and while it was great to have that potential recognised in me, I’m glad I waited to make that jump. Having extensive experience on both sides of the building site means I’m a lot more confident in my abilities than I was in my twenties,” Matt said. Highfield Manor is the third Harron site Matt has worked on. “It’s been great working with the same team across Yorkshire, I’ve had the same assistant site manager and labourers come with me from Amberwood Chase to Highfield Manor, so knowing how we all work best mean we’ve been able to get stuck straight in.” Matt’s hard work is reflected in the numerous positive reviews he’s received on Trustpilot. “I am proud of the reviews, it’s really good to see the effort we put in paying off. A home is one of the biggest purchases people make, it’s important to me that we go the extra mile to make sure everything is the best quality it can be,” he added. “Matt is a credit to the company, and we’re incredibly pleased to see him receiving those well-earned reviews,” Alison Taylor-Shaw, Sales and Marketing Director for Harron Homes Yorkshire said. The stunning homes at Highfield Manor are found at Gernhill Avenue, Fixby, West Yorkshire, HD2 2HR, where the showhome and marketing suite are available to visit by appointment only to ensure the safety of both employees and customers.
National housebuilder Keepmoat Homes is bringing 79 much needed new homes to Bury St. Edmunds. Located on the former Howard Community Primary School, just off St. Olaves Road, the development, Lyle Place, in partnership with The Newbury Community Association (NCA), Suffolk Council and St Edmundsbury Borough Council, will comprise of 56 properties for the open market along with 23 homes which will be available as affordable housing via Havebury Housing. This is the homebuilder’s first development in Bury St. Edmunds and the company will deliver a mix of two- three- and four-bedroom homes, with a range of house types and styles to suit a diverse market. The development will also include a number of amenities for both new and existing residents including a brand-new community centre, a large parkland area and additional outdoor spaces. “Lyle Place is a fantastic opportunity to strengthen our presence in Bury St. Edmunds and continue our strong track record of breathing new life into brownfield land. We are determined to deliver a significant impact to the local area and aim to create a new sense of place with open spaces, park facilities and a new community centre for everyone to enjoy,” said Michael O’Farrell, Regional Managing Director at Keepmoat Homes. “We have a great team on-board who are driven to deliver high-quality housing and by using modern methods of construction, the new homes will be designed to support a range of prospective homeowners, from first-time buyers to those looking to up-size, as well as providing a much needed provision of more affordable homes. The launch of our marketing suite and new, stylish show home next week will give potential homebuyers a chance to explore the development and view our high specification homes.” With the launch of the show home and marketing suite taking place on 13th February 2021, homebuyers will soon be able to step foot onto the development and view its three- bedroom show home for the first time. Viewings will be via appointment only. “We are pleased to work alongside Keepmoat Homes to deliver more affordable housing in Bury St Edmunds. This development will not only help meet the national housing need, but it will also provide local people with a new affordable home,” added Scott Bailey, Director of Development at Havebury Housing. Work on the development is due to take two years, with the last home completion due Autumn 2022.
It is no longer news that the standard of personal hygiene and sanitation has been raised, over the years. High traffic areas with objects touched by different people require more attention to curtail the spread of germs. You will need to focus more of your attention on the areas or objects that attract a high population of people, as this has increased the need for more effective disinfection methods, and surface cleaner. Disinfection supplies, such as bleach, hydrogen peroxide, sprays and wipes have been witnessing high demand, and we can’t be blind to the roles they play in fighting microbial contamination. This article will expose you to the importance of bio fogging within office premises, which is a new approach to disinfection methods. As a result of the shift of higher sanitation requirements, it has gained more attention recently, even though the technology has been around for years. What is bio fogging? Over-the-counter disinfectants will only disinfect a small targeted area, due to the limited size and expulsion capabilities of a typical spray bottle. Bio fogging takes ordinary disinfecting to the next level. In areas of all sizes from a small studio apartment to a large business office, bio fogging is undoubtedly a very useful and powerful tool. Most importantly, bio fogging provides a wide-reaching mist that reaches hard surfaces and covers high traffic, applying disinfectant in a fell swoop. How it functions A liquid antimicrobial solution that is converted into a vapour is used with the aid of the ULV Fogger (Ultra Low Volume). It develops into a thick mist or fog-like atmosphere, as more vapour is dispersed, therefore the reason for the name ‘fogging.’ Ranging from hard-to-reach places that oftentimes go unnoticed, the fogging application covers anything it comes in contact with. It is also worthy of note that fogging fights airborne pathogens as it passes through lands and air, and on a surface. All hard-surfaces are wiped down to remove excess solution, once disinfection has been completed. It is important that after recently disinfecting your office building, you need to stay away from the environment, for at least 6 hours. Advantages of bio fogging It is normal for your office building or home, or other premises to naturally retain viruses, bacteria, and dust. Germs are of special concern in high contact areas, as they can gather anywhere. The objects you and other individuals touch the most are high contact areas with different objects and surfaces. Typical examples are light switches, tabletops, and doorknobs. The traffic these areas generate make them a hotspot and breed grounds of germs, and cross-contamination. People will leave bacteria for the next person to pick up because the more people that touch that same area. In addition to high contact areas increasing the chances of germs spreading between persons, they can also be a virus hotspot— Coronavirus, for instance. Other places you should be concerned with are the corners of your office building that you don’t clean often as a result of how difficult it is to reach them. tough-to-reach places still collect germs and may still receive contact from individuals, despite their remote location. With the help of fogging services, you will cut off the need to move furniture to enable you to disinfect contaminated areas. It is normal for Fog clings to the surface as it lands when applying disinfectant because it passes through the crack. With bio fogging, you save yourself heavy lifting and time, and still reaches hard-to-reach places. The most noticeable benefit bio fogging offers is its ability to clean any size of areas with ease. As aforementioned, over-the-counter supplies can only reach a limited area because of their simple spraying feature. The potency of fogging in combating Coronavirus Considering the way people contact the Coronavirus, which takes the same form of germs contamination, anti-covid fogging is, as a result, important. According to a study, Coronavirus can last 24 hours on cardboards, 72 hours on stainless steel and plastic. Even with the invention of the vaccine, it is still important to practise stringent hygiene measures which include disinfecting and cleaning objects and surfaces that are frequently touched by people, which further emphasizes the importance of bio fogging in the environment you stay in the most. We are likely to continue to see waves of coronavirus infections for some time to come, even when national restrictions are lifted all over the world. It would be worse during winter months because many people will be indoor for longer with less ventilation. Hence, the reason you have to continue using hygienic practices and stay vigilant.
Many homeowners love conducting home renovations and projects every once in a while as a way of improving their homes and these home improvement projects are more than just hanging a banksy canvas on the wall for interior design. We’re talking about renovations that can potentially increase your home’s value. Your house is not just a home, but it’s also a valuable and possible lifetime investment. If you work hard to take care of your home and preserve its quality and stability, your home value will also increase. An increased home value can be your valuable source of income as you age. As you decide to improve your home, there are two factors you may have to consider first: improvements that can increase your house’s value to you or improvements that could increase your home’s value to others when you soon sell it. While deciding, keep in mind that the most valuable home improvements are those projects that increase your house’s worth more than the amount you’ve spent on it. However, it may be hard to say how much your home could be valued over time, as sometimes it depends on uncontrollable factors like the economy, the number of homes available in the market, and more. Fortunately, there are ways to ensure that your home gets the top value it deserves when you soon sell it. Here are the five home improvements you can do to increase your home value: Get Your Roof In Shape You may not see your roof every day as you move in and out of your house, but it’s actually one of the easiest parts to see by prospective buyers. Your roof doesn’t only serve as your home’s shield from natural elements, but also boost your home value. A well-maintained and stable roof will look appealing to your buyers and can positively add value to your resale price too. To ensure your roof stays in shape, schedule regular roof maintenance and inspections with a roofing company like www.topglaze.com.au, especially before winter. A roof that’s regularly checked is guaranteed to have a longer lifespan. 2. Upgrade Your Kitchen One of the massive changes you can make to your homes is kitchen remodeling. Your kitchen is also one of your house’s areas that buyers check before purchasing. The good reason for this is that kitchens are the heart of your home, and that’s where homeowners prepare their food to fuel their bodies with energy. Hence, it’s essential for homeowners and homebuyers to have an updated and functional kitchen. Fortunately, you don’t need to spend a big budget to remodel your kitchen. You can start by modernising your kitchen countertops and cabinets and updating your faucets, sinks, and flooring. You can either DIY this or call the help of a contractor. 3. Renovate Your Bathroom A renovated bathroom can guarantee you an excellent return of investment. There are a few ways to renovate your bathroom without involving the electrical and plumbing system. Some smart DIY changes you can do include: Upgrading your bathroom’s lighting Adding new tile floors Replacing your bathroom mirrors Changing your old toilet with an updated water-saving design Do valuable research first to make sure all your bathroom renovations can guarantee you a return of investment. 4. Window Replacement Your windows are the eyes of your home. They also help create your home’s first impression from the outside. When they’re rusty and unclean, people may think your house is not well-cleaned and maintained. Thus, replacing them is a great way to add value to your home. Besides that, upgraded windows can also enhance your home’s energy efficiency, which means you wouldn’t have to spend much on HVAC. The cost for upgrading your windows will vary on your home’s size and the quality of windows you choose. Nonetheless, new windows can earnestly complement the overall look of your house. 5. Basic Home Updates The best way to keep your home at its top value is by conducting regular home updates. That includes keeping your home’s paint fresh, replacing wood that shows potential rot, fixing the roof as soon as it shows leaks, and getting rid of all the mold you see. Keeping up with these updates will help your home be in its best shape and away from any risk of deterioration. Everyone knows that one thing all buyers look for is a safe, solid, and well-cared home, and you can guarantee that to them by being consistent with your routine maintenance. Wrapping Up There are still endless options on how you can improve your home and boost its value. To make sure you’re doing the suitable projects, focus your home improvements on smaller projects that can enhance your home’s quality and make it more appealing to buyers. Be more mindful about energy efficiency and updates that can boost your home’s character and comfort. Don’t hesitate to consult custom home builders for a professional opinion on how to do so.
