MEET THE TEAM

CHRIS BATES is Build It’s editor. He’s currently project managing the magazine’s real-life self build at Graven Hill. This month, he updates us with the latest progress as the scheme nears completion.

ANAMIKA TALWARIA is Build It’s editorial assistant, and newest recruit. She has a passion for design and loves discovering innovative products. Head to page 72 for her feature on period bricks.

LUCY APLIN is Build It’s digital editorial assistant. She’s put together lots of inspiring content for you to browse through on Build It’s website. Check out the latest at www.self-build.co.uk

TIM DOHERTY was the founding MD of the NSBRC and runs Dobanti property surveyors. Turn to page 117, where he gives the low-down on foundation options for your project.

MIKE DADE is a planning specialist and plot-finding expert. Every issue he looks into whether a site for sale is a viable building opportunity. On page 133, he susses out a promising town centre site.

JULIAN OWEN is a self build architect and founder of the Association of Selfbuild Architects. This month, he provides his top tips on how to deal with conflicting advice from the planners.

ALAN TIERNEY is a historic buildings consultant and conservation specialist, offering hands-on advice to owners of heritage homes. This month he introduces his own project (page 103).

MIKE HARDWICK is a consultant and project management specialist. Turn to page 78, where he explains the advantages of building a basement with insulated concrete formwork (ICF).

OPINDER LIDDAR is director of award-winning Lapd Architects and was the designer behind the Build It Education House. This issue, he summarises how good design will save you money.

NIGEL GRIFFITHS is a sustainability consultant and a fount of knowledge for heating solutions. Over on page 110 he lays out what you need to know about the process for SAP reports.