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If you’re looking to build your own home, then there are many steps you will have to take in both the design and building process. It doesn’t matter if your desired design is simple or complex since all building projects typically have the same timeline. We will now take a quick overview of the main stages in this process. For a more detailed view check out this blog post from Brooks Construction

The first step is to start planning. You will need to have land and once you have that land, you will need to consider how the property will sit on that land, especially in relation to the boundaries, slope of the land, neighbours, elements such as the sun and wind, electricity and water services, existing elements that you may want to have remain on the land such as large trees etc. You will also need to think thoroughly about the type of building you’d like to create, your budget and you will need to start talking to builders and contractors to see if your thoughts are in line with reality.

In order to get a better idea of your land, you should talk to the council in your local area and they will most likely give you a project information memorandum (PIM)that will help to make the planning and design process much easier for you and your builder. Additionally, you will have to decide on and hire a host of people such as an architect, builder, interior designer, project manager etc.

You will need to work with your designer to create the best design possible and make sure it is in line with your budget. You should go through the design in great detail so that you know exactly how the property will look like on the inside, the building materials that you’ll use, the natural light that would enter the house etc. These plans would form the building consent application, if it is necessary.

Next, if you don’t plan to be the project manager, you will need to hire one and make sure there are building contracts in place. The project manager will be responsible for working with your chosen builder, tradesmen etc. It is also important that you hire a quantity surveyor and this person will determine how much material you will need as well as the cost for all the material. When hiring a builder, it is important that you get quotations from a couple of them before deciding on which one you want to work with.

You will have to formalize all of the legal contracts, make sure that builder and all of the people working for them are properly insured as well as have a plan in place for health and safety. This means you will have to ensure you know your obligations under the relevent health and safety act.

Lastly, you will have to apply for building consent as well as any other permits and consents that you may need to start building. Once you have received the necessary consents and permits, you can start building. You will typically be allowed up to two years to finish your building which is definitely more than enough time to build just about any residential property.…

If your child has been winning trophies and other awards, you’re probably very proud of them. Unfortunately, storing and displaying trophies can be a bit of a hassle. If you’re struggling to find the appropriate place for your child’s trophies, why not give some of these suggestions a try?

Floating Shelves Are A Great Investment

You don’t have to purchase a new bookshelf or a costly display case in order to highlight your child’s trophies. Even if your child has earned a large number of trophies, you should be able to display them all with floating shelves.

Floating shelves are a wonderful choice if you have limited space in your home. You can place floating shelves on any wall; they will barely take up any room at all. You can cluster floating shelves together or scatter them around your home.

Display Trophies Alongside Photographs

If you display a trophy on its own, it will just look like an ordinary trophy. However, if you display it alongside a framed photo, the trophy will start to look a lot more special. The right photo can demonstrate exactly how your child managed to earn this trophy.

If you’re like most parents, you probably take a lot of photos of your child. You should make a point of displaying some of these photos. If a trophy and a photo are displayed together, you’ll be able to perfectly showcase all of your child’s accomplishments.

Spice Up Ordinary Shelving

You don’t necessarily have to display trophies on ordinary shelves. Instead, you can customize the shelving units in your home and make them feel a little more special. You could add inspiring text to the edges of one of the shelves. You could paint a shelf in your child’s favorite color. You could even add some sparkle to the shelves with a coat of spray paint.

Because the trophy display will be showing off your child’s accomplishments, you should make sure they’re happy with the way the display looks. Ask them for ideas and suggestions. Make sure you include them in the design process.

Display Trophies And Medals Alongside Each Other

If your child has earned a mix of trophies, ribbons, and custom medals, you should try to display all of these items together. Don’t tuck medals or ribbons away in a shelf. Make sure that they are displayed as prominently as your child’s trophies are.

If you’re placing framed pictures next to your child’s trophies, why not frame some of their medals as well? A medal can easily be placed in a picture frame. Once a medal is framed, you’ll be able to hang it up with ease. A frame will ensure that a medal will never slip from a shelf and fall to the ground.

Your child has worked hard to earn their trophies. Make sure you have a way to show off their accomplishments. Seeing a trophy display can be extremely encouraging for a child. If your child is proud of the display, they may work harder to earn more trophies in the future.…