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On site. Sequence, trades, programme and the detail that decides a finish.
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10 renovation mistakes that can cost London homeowners hundreds of thousands
Avoid ten costly London renovation mistakes. NU Projects explains how better surveys, design, budgeting, procurement and management protect your home.
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Design and build or traditional tender: which route gives homeowners more cost certainty?
Design and build or traditional tender? NU Projects compares responsibility, programme, quality and cost certainty for prime London renovations.
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How much does a high end home renovation cost in London in 2026?
Compare realistic 2026 high-end London renovation rates, professional fees, contingency and the factors that drive total project cost.
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Inside a prime London renovation: from first sketch to final handover
Inside the NU Projects prime London renovation process, from first consultation and design through approvals, construction, snagging and handover.
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The hidden costs of renovating in Fulham, Chelsea and South Kensington
Planning a renovation in Fulham, Chelsea or South Kensington? NU Projects explains access, approvals, heritage, services and other hidden costs.
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The real cost of a London basement: what homeowners need to know before starting
What a London basement actually costs in 2026. Shell against fit out, what sits outside the build rate, fees, contingency and the hidden risks.
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Why the cheapest building quote is often the most expensive decision
Why can the cheapest building quote become expensive? NU Projects explains scope, exclusions, allowances, variations and how to compare London tenders.
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Wayne Hockham, MEP director at NU Projects
Wayne Hockham leads mechanical and electrical work at NU Projects. Two decades on site, from a plumbing apprenticeship to prime London homes.
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Basement extensions in London: what homeowners need to know before they dig
Everything London homeowners need to know about basement extensions. Planning, costs, party walls, and construction advice from NU Projects.
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How long will my refurbishment take? A realistic timeline for London homes
A realistic timeline for a refurbishment in prime London. Pre construction work, typical build durations, causes of delay and the right sequence.
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How to find a contractor you can actually trust for your home
How to judge a builder before you hire one. Track record, transparency on price, credentials, communication and the way they run a project.
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How we deliver a high spec finish: inside a NU Projects build
How NU Projects delivers a high spec finish on every luxury London refurbishment. Quality craftsmanship, premium materials, and precision in every detail.
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Living in or moving out during a refurbishment: what is worth knowing
Should you live in or move out during a London refurbishment? Practical advice on costs, protecting belongings, and managing disruption from NU Projects.
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The renovation features prime London homeowners are requesting most right now
What prime London clients are asking for now. Bespoke joinery, cinema rooms, wellness spaces, smart systems and zoned open plan living.
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What living in Chelsea, Mayfair, and Knightsbridge means for your renovation
How renovating differs across Chelsea, Mayfair and Knightsbridge. Conservation areas, listed consent, leasehold rules and expected specification.
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Why your architect and contractor need to work as one team
Why your architect and contractor must collaborate from day one. How early involvement saves time, reduces cost, and delivers better London refurbishments.
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Luxury home refurbishment London: where to start
Where to start on a whole-house refurbishment in London. Setting the brief, budgeting early, picking a team and the approvals.
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Residential fit out contractors in London: 10 checks
Ten checks to make before appointing a residential fit out contractor in London. Accountability, evidence, cost plan, programme and aftercare.
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Choosing an office fit out contractor in London
How to choose an office fit out contractor in London. Delivery models, Cat A and Cat B, MEP, cost control, programme and the questions to ask.
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Why N2’s largest mansions sit empty, and what unlocks their value
Why some of N2’s largest houses sit unoccupied for years, what actually blocks a scheme there, and what turns a dormant asset into a home.
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Why NU Projects is not the cheapest, and why that matters
Why NU Projects does not price to be the cheapest quote on the table, what a low number usually leaves out, and what that costs later.
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Ten questions to ask a London design and build firm
Ten things worth asking any contractor before you appoint one, from who prices the drawings to how a change on site gets costed.
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What to look for in a construction company
Seven things to look for in a construction company, from how it communicates to how it records quality, handles change and sources materials.
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Building costs per sq metre in London 2026: the complete guide for prime and standard projects
Compare 2026 London building costs per sq m for extensions, lofts, renovations, basements, new builds and prime specifications.
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