karlnicholsonkdbJan 243 minReal Word Build Costs in 2022As we all should be aware by now, due to the relentless price increases on materials throughout the whole of 2021, not to mention the...
karlnicholsonkdbDec 3, 20211 minMaterials and skills shortages look to continue into the New YearAfter the industry has reported slight increases in recent months after a slower than predicted August. K Design & Build saw its busiest...
karlnicholsonkdbOct 22, 20211 minBeautiful family home with special featuresThis family home has been transformed into a stylish property which also provides a new living area. Our client required more usable...
karlnicholsonkdbSep 27, 20212 minHow Much Do Architects Charge and what do I get for my money?Architect costs were always calculated according to the size and complexity of the project and calculated as a percentage of the...
karlnicholsonkdbJul 7, 20211 minMore price increases and a shortage of building materials!The fastest rise in construction activity since 1997 risks being undermined by price increases and a shortage of building materials,...
karlnicholsonkdbJun 25, 20211 minTimber Price Increases gone crazy!They say a picture speaks a thousand words.......... so I'll just leave it there!
karlnicholsonkdbJun 17, 20211 min'Material shortages dampening small builders’ recovery' - Not at KDB they're Not! While workloads, activity & enquiries remain strong, the skyrocketing price of nearly all building materials continues to hold back...
karlnicholsonkdbMay 19, 20211 minWhy are building product prices rising?Since the coronavirus pandemic started last year, many builders have found it difficult to buy the building materials they need. Many...
karlnicholsonkdbMay 11, 20211 minFastest rise in enquiries for building work in more than 10 yearsThe first three months of 2021 saw enquiries with local building firms increase at their fastest rate in a decade, fuelling significant...
karlnicholsonkdbApr 21, 20211 minSummer is coming!With the weather on its way and the summer fast approaching, now is the time to look at creating your ideal outdoor space. Whether you’re...
karlnicholsonkdbApr 7, 20211 minCaptain Tom 100 at KDBK Design & Build are going to be doing their bit to ensure Captain Tom’s legacy lives on, are you? On 6 April 2020, Captain Tom Moore set...
karlnicholsonkdbMar 30, 20211 minWorking from home? Need a home office?With the world and work life evolving, remote working has become the best way to not only stay safe and avoid travel but has proven to...
Garry MillsJan 5, 20211 minBusiness as usualWhilst we appreciate the country is in lockdown, we are operating and open, adhering to government guidelines with regards to PPE and...
Garry MillsNov 30, 20201 min2021 PlansAs we approach the festive period and 2021 is fast approaching, if you have any plans about updating, modernising or adding to your home...
Garry MillsNov 6, 20201 minNew Website Launches 6th NovemberFinally after many weeks of work and planning the new K Design & Build Website is finally launched and we hope you enjoy it, any feedback...