Journal402 posts, 2017 to 2026
The design and build journal.
Every job teaches something. This is where it gets written up. Planning, basements, costs, finishes and the people who build them.
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Home renovation3 min read
Multi-million pound house gets a full interior design package
A multi-million pound house near Richmond, reshaped by a full interior design package. Bespoke joinery, refined finishes and one design vision throughout.
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Design and build1 min read
Why main contractors choose NU MEP: M&E subcontractor
NU MEP as the mechanical and electrical subcontractor on a main contract. Technical oversight, reliable delivery and clear accountability.
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Construction1 min read
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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Home renovation2 min read
What NU MEP means for your London home
What NU MEP does inside a London house. Heating, plumbing, underfloor, distribution, lighting control, ventilation, testing and commissioning.
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Home renovation1 min read
Gas safe and electrical testing services for West London properties
Gas Safe and NICEIC work for West London properties. Boiler servicing, EICR testing and the certificates issued after every visit.
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Home renovation1 min read
How NU Projects MEP handles reactive repairs in West London homes
Reactive MEP repairs in West London homes, handled discreetly. Boiler faults, tripped circuits and leaks, what is covered and how to report one.
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Home renovation1 min read
MEP commissioning and handover support for West London refurbishments
What MEP commissioning covers at the end of a west London refurbishment. System testing, certification tracking and client handover.
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Home renovation1 min read
Planned preventative maintenance for prime London properties
What planned preventative maintenance covers in a prime London home. Plant rooms, boilers, pumps and ventilation, checked before they fail.
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Home renovation2 min read
Why West London homeowners need professional MEP services
What MEP covers in a prime home, from heating and cooling to drainage. Why listed and occupied properties need properly qualified engineers.
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Basements3 min read
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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Home renovation3 min read
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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Home renovation2 min read
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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Home renovation2 min read
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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Home renovation3 min read
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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Interior design2 min read
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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Home renovation2 min read
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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Architecture2 min read
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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Home renovation2 min read
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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Interior design4 min read
Luxury trends for Mayfair kitchen remodels: luxury kitchen design tips
Kitchen design ideas for a Mayfair home. Natural stone, smart technology, layouts that flow, statement lighting and bespoke cabinetry.
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Home renovation3 min read
Bespoke cabinetry in London, what made to measure buys you
A guide to bespoke cabinetry in a London home. Why made to measure beats off the shelf, what the process involves, how to choose.
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Extensions3 min read
What a kitchen extension costs in West London
What shapes the cost of a kitchen extension in West London, from the structural work to the finishes, the fees and the contingency.
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Home renovation4 min read
Creating unique spaces with custom home builders Mayfair
What working with a bespoke home builder in Mayfair involves. Lifestyle planning, tailored architecture, materials and built in technology.
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Design and build3 min read
Introducing the NU Projects build cost calculator
Estimate early costs for a London renovation, extension, loft or basement with the NU Build Cost Calculator, then progress to a detailed cost plan.
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Home renovation3 min read
Exploring NU Projects super prime services for your next big venture
What NU Projects super prime services cover on a large or complex build. Planning, delivery and the sectors the team works across.
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