Here's how to get one-to-one advice with a leading self build expert

At Homebuilding & Renovating, we know that independent expert advice tailored to your unique self build, renovation or extension project, can be invaluable. With this in mind, we've launched Homebuilding & Renovating Premium to offer you even more advice — from the comfort of your own home.

One of the key benefits is the opportunity to book a virtual, one-to-one appointment with one of our team of experts. From planning consultants to architects, heat pump specialists to interior designers, we have a wealth of experts on board throughout the year to answer your questions.

This month, by subscribing to Homebuilding & Renovating Premium from just £1, you'll be able to a book an appointment with Mark Stevenson, one of the UK's leading self build experts.

Discuss your project with one of the UK's leading self build experts

March's expert is self build guru Mark Stevenson. Whether you need advice on finding a building plot, need to know how to get your self build project off the ground, or want to find out if project managing your own build is for you, Mark is on hand to answer your self build questions. Alternatively, you may have a technical question regarding your build to put to Mark.

As the former managing director of timber frame, self build package company Potton, Mark also has specialist knowledge regarding timber frame construction.

You can book a virtual appointment with Mark by joining Homebuilding & Renovating Premium and using our simple booking system. Appointments last just under 15 minutes and are held via Zoom.

Mark will be available from 9am on Thursday 14th March 2025. Appointments are provided on a first-come, first-served basis, so book now to avoid disappointment.

Mark Stevenson

Mark has worked in the self build industry for over 30 years. He operates his own project management consultancy, Elsworth Projects Ltd., is chair of the National Custom and Self Build Association (NaCSBA), and was previously the managing director of Potton.

He has extensive knowledge of timber frame construction, finding plots, and project management. 

Key benefits of joining Homebuilding & Renovating Premium

In addition to a one-to-one virtual appointment with a design or build expert, you'll also receive the following benefits as part of your subscription:

• Access to monthly virtual masterclasses on a range of self build and renovation topics
• The monthly digital issue of Homebuilding & Renovating magazine
• A subscription to Plotfinder.net — the UK’s leading plot and renovation-finding service
• Two tickets to all Homebuilding & Renovating Shows throughout the year
• Comprehensive self build and renovation guides

You can read about the full benefits of subscribing to Homebuilding & Renovating Premium, here.