A brief overview of a few Construction disputes and not so run of the mill Party Wall experiences......
Rogue builder arrested...
Copper Door
Construct a new 3 storey timberframe office building. The works involved the partial demolition of the existing building, excavation for new foundations and drainage, construction of the building including decor.
The 'copper door' was designed as a security door, to be able to slide back and forth with no visible sliding gear.
We will be negotiating with the client early next year when permission will have been granted for a change of use. The upper two floors will then be converted into two flats.
Timber Frame in Hackney
Construction of a 1bedroom timberframe houses. My early involvement with the architect during planning enabled us to hit the ground running, I project managed this scheme through to being ready for internal fitout, which the clients wished to carry out himself. I remained on hand for further assistance when required
The construction was carried out using 'loose' timber i.e. 'stickbuild'. My role included prelimanary costing, schedule & cashflow forecast, agreeing monthly valuations, procurement of labour & materials as well as site management. I personally did all the groundworks, supertructure assistance, external wall insulation and part of the slate walling.