George is the co-founder of the award-winning Architecture practice BVDS. He is also the architect we appointed for our renovation. We talk about all things reno, from underfloor heating to loft extensions and contingency budgets – including why it's never too early to get an architect on board.

Find out more about BVDS:

Website: b-vds.co.uk

Instagram: @bvdsarchitects

Check out my Substack Podcast page to see the building we talk about and to get all the recipes I made for George.

The recipes have been paired to this tea.

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