The Aiden Project : An Ambitious Self-Build
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- Опубліковано 5 вер 2024
- The Aiden Project🔨
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We visit UA-camr Aiden Harper, who is just down the road from Skill Builder HQ.
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The challenges of a self-build
Embarking on a self-build project presents an exciting opportunity to create a bespoke space tailored to one's preferences. However, it isn't without its share of challenges. Funding and financial management form the heart of these obstacles from the onset. Securing sufficient funding for the project is an uphill task, with banks often cautious about lending for self-builds due to the inherent risks. Even when funding is available, financial planning and cost management can become overwhelming, as unexpected costs can quickly escalate.
Secondly, sourcing the ideal plot can be time-consuming and fraught with competition, given the scarcity of suitable land in some areas. Even after securing a location, there may be restrictive covenants or complex planning laws to navigate. Understanding local building codes and securing planning permissions can become a bureaucratic labyrinth for the uninitiated, potentially leading to costly delays.
Once the project is underway, project management becomes a significant challenge. Coordinating with various professionals - from architects and surveyors to builders and electricians - demands efficient organizational skills, strong communication, and an understanding of the construction process. Inevitable changes and setbacks require adaptability and robust problem-solving capabilities.
Moreover, self-build projects can be technically complex. From designing energy-efficient homes that meet sustainability targets to integrating modern technology, a self-builder needs to stay informed about the latest industry standards and technological advancements. This technical know-how also extends to the practical aspects of construction. Even if the self-builder hires contractors for the actual construction, they need to understand the intricacies of the build to ensure the project is executed to their specifications.
Quality control and time management are additional hurdles. Ensuring the workmanship is of high quality and adheres to building regulations while trying to keep the project on schedule can be a delicate balancing act. Delays can be caused by anything from bad weather to supply chain issues, which disrupt timelines and escalate costs.
Lastly, the emotional toll of a self-build should not be underestimated. The process can be stressful, with a constant stream of decisions to make and problems to solve. It requires significant personal investment and can be draining both mentally and physically.
In summary, while a self-build project offers the promise of a dream home, it brings many challenges that require careful planning, financial acumen, technical understanding, excellent project management, quality control, and an iron will. But with perseverance and the right support, these challenges can be overcome, leading to a uniquely satisfying accomplishment.
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Thanks for swinging by Dylan 🙌 look forward to catching up with you in the future 👍
It was a pleasure Aiden. We'll have a catchup next year.
Congrats on being featured 👌
After 20 years of chipping away at my want list and im still a long way from finished....what else am I going do ? ...watch EastEnders ?
@@deanthornby2026 UA-cam is better than EastEnders 😉🤣
Brilliant video, and great questions Dylan. Aiden's channel is one of my favourites, he's a top man
I see a kitchen build collaboration in the future 😊
Great to see Aiden here in Skill Builder. Am gradually working my way through the videos on his channel. Cheers
Nice one 😁
That lads certainly got some brass!! Looks like a great project though.
Brilliant to see Aiden on Skill builder. His channel is excellent, informative and funny. Arthur is also the best!
The Aiden Project is great, and a real inspiration - even for those of us not building a house
Cheers dude 😉
I have so much respect for Aiden, Like him I'm doing it all myself. I often get overwhelmed by how slowly I'm going and how mauch remains, but give my self little rewards (usually a new tool or a cake) when i hit a milestone.
cake sounds good 😁
Great video, it will be amazing when finished!!! Nice Interview Dylan!!! Expecially the comment about a Russian in Harrods!!😂😂
Thanks Robin. I might do some more visits if the viewing figures grow on this. Skill Builder's nightwatchman on tour.
Very impressive 🤩🤩🧱👍🏼
I started watching this and thought 'Why does it say Skill Builder when I clicked on an Aiden video?' 🤔 😁
You're in The Twilight Zone!
Nice relaxed video. Aiden was on top form.....and we even had a cheeky monkey! 👍
Love Aiden’s channel and been following his build, it’s great to see him get highlighted on skill builder.
An interesting behind the scenes look at the Aiden Project; a lot going on. Great to see the ongoing build from this view point.
Hopefully this will boost your subscribers Aiden, you deserve it.
Nice video Dylan 👍🏴
Spent 3 years reading up on building, attending self build exhibitions etc before I started and have ended up with a house I could never ever have afforded to buy. Been long hard work and although we live in it Im still working on the interior and will be for another couple of years I reckon. But immediate value is 3 times what Ive paid... though the value is irrelevant to me as when I leave here I plan to be carried out of here in a box! . What does matter is its vastly better quality and insulated than a modern housing estate house. Made me realise the staggering profits they must make.
🙌 Awesome
They don't make the whopping profits on each house you might imagine....but because they sell a lot they do. They will build in a minimum profit margin for each house. All that said, a self build is absolutely the way to go if you can...you gwt exactly what you want.
@@spanishpeaches2930idk, maybe depends on area or country but developers (not actual builders) sell it with considerable margin nowdays. The demand is there so why shouldnt they?
@The-Aiden-Project 4days and you've had 12k views. Well done.
Love this fella, good luck Aiden!❤
One of my favorite channels on skill builder, amazing !
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Coming to the end of three years doing a pretty involved renovation myself learning from scratch on the job I respect what he's doing for sure, looks like he's doing a cracking job. I can't understand why after having class Q turned down but new build granted why on earth you would give yourself the headache of sticking close to class Q under your own will when you don't have to! I would start afresh with a totally new design without the often insane limitations (for a building that is no more!).
Hey mate, ah no class q was granted but I went full planning to get the extension for the utility and plant room plus I couldn't afford crital windows. The original full planning was for a barn conversion but I had to resubmit for a new build with exactly the same drawings because I had issues. In hindsight I could have went class q straight to a new build as I had the fall back position but I didn't know I would have any problems. Even if you go down the replacement route, the planners still like it to look like a barn and I like it that way anyway, gives it character 😉
i'm already on his chanel loving it
Lovely SPORTS HALL
It looks like an Aldi.
😂🤣 Don't say that 😅 I promise it will look better once I've finished 😉
Come back in 10yrs when and if its finished 😂
Good to see you splaying those roof windows, it has been a bee in my bonnet for years. So many people ignore the instructions and put the openings in square which cuts down on the light and can cause condensation and mould in those top corners. I don't understand why they do it.
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He keeps repeating "prices went up", "going up". What's going on in GB?
Bored lottery winner ? 😅
Haha I wish 😅 would be a whole lot easier if I was and maybe I would get more trades in, but then again there's no satisfaction in that hey