ADVICE CENTRE
David Hilton Eco Expert , Homebuilding & Renovating David has grown up with energy efficient design , heating systems and renewables as his family had a business in South Africa manufacturing Solar systems and Air source heat pumps from 1979 . He was involved with the design , installation and optimisation of systems as well as the development of new products and building integration methods .
Jo Dyson Renovation Expert Jo is a serial property renovator , relishing the challenge of taking a tired , lack-lustre property and realising its potential . Jo has been a regular presenter for The London Homebuilding & Renovating Show and writes for various property-related publications .
Lucy Willcox Landscaper Lucy Willcox has been producing Award Winning Gardens since 2007 , ranging from contemporary courtyards to large classic contemporary gardens throughout the UK . In April 2024 Lucy was featured in a Garden Design Series on the new ITV show ‘ Alan Titchmarsh ’ s Gardening Club ’, presenting mini masterclasses in design principles .
Marianne Suhr MRICS , SPAB Lethaby Scholar
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Marianne is a Chartered Building Surveyor , writer and broadcaster specialising in the repair and retrofit of historic buildings . Her practice focuses on domestic projects , sensitively repairing and adapting houses in the Oxfordshire area and focussing on timber frames , lime mortars and plasters , and energy efficiency , and she lectures extensively on building repair and runs courses for builders , homeowners and professionals .
Marc Lane - Designer & Landscaper Birmingham-born Marc Lane is a seasoned expert in the landscaping world ! With an impressive two decades of experience , Marc founded his award-winning garden design and build business , Landscapia , in 2006 . In 2024 , he also took on a new role as director at Nuvo Outdoor Living . Marc ’ s true passion lies in the art of design , the craft of construction , and the intricacies of business development .
Mark Stevenson Self Build Expert Mark is one of the UK ’ s premier self-build experts . Vice Chair of the Structural Timber Association , he has built several houses for himself and has many years experience working on housing developments .
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