Restoration & Refurbishment

In what order should we tackle our renovation?

Anonymous user 28/02/2024 - 2.52 PM

I have structural calcs completed and planning drawings submitted for renovation work on our 1980's property, but I'm really unsure about how to break it down and in which order to tackle the job, and (given that I've ditched the idea of using an architect) would really appreciate some friendly advice and opinions! The elements are: Creating an opening into an exisitng extension upstairs. Turning the orientation of the bottom 6 stairs. Creating an opening into an exisitng extension downstairs. Removing 3 internal and one external walls (to a new extension) downstairs. Replacing an existing conservatory with a single storey extenstion with galss lantern roof. It seems pretty daunting so I'm thinking about breaking it into 3 jobs (upstairs, downstairs, extension) but I'm worried that might just make things more complex. Obviously there are a variety of trades that we're going to need, and I'd also happily take advice on whether its best to give the whole job to one firm or employ lots of single trades, and, if the second of those, whether a project manager is a good investment? I hope that all makes sense and someone has a view! Thanks :) Thanks for your replies, seems pretty clear what I need to do next! Cheers :) Jo