Design & Materials is one of the nation's longest established self build companies with a track record that is the envy of others. A track record that re-assures our clients and gives them confidence in our service.

We are a national company formed for the sole purpose of helping people like you build a new home on their own land. Over the past four decades we have made it possible for literally thousands of people to achieve their dream in every corner of the land.

Today our service is probably the most comprehensive available and makes building your own home a convenient and cost effective option, leaving you free to get on with your day to day life. We pride ourselves on our reputation of providing a high level of customer service linked to quality, value and choice.

Our comprehensive service comes at an all-in fixed price and includes everything you need to build your own home. Many people ask us why we believe so strongly that service is the key in this industry. Well we believe it is the glue that holds everything together.

For a detailed step-by-step guide to our service click here.

Free no nonsense advice in the early stages	Tendering to proven builders
Site assessment	Liaison with other industry experts
Realistic Budgeting	Liaison with service providers
Creating your design	Construction drawings
Planning permission	Staged delivery of quality materials
Building Regulations Approval	Close liaison with you and the builder throughout the build
Preparation of specification	Assist with VAT reclaim
Sound advice from start to finish