Beginner’s Guide to Self-Build and Renovation: Where to Start and What to Expect

14 Nov 2026
Seminar Theatre
Seminar Theatre
Thinking about building your own home or transforming an existing property, but unsure where to start? Discover the advantages and challenges of self-build and renovation, how to choose the right route for your budget and ambitions, and the key decisions to make before committing. Our expert explains how to assess a project’s potential, understand what is involved and take those first practical steps. Plus an introduction to specialist mortgage funding—and how it differs from buying an existing home.
Speakers
Allan Corfield
Allan Corfield, Design Expert & Architect