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Converting Garages into a Home Office PART 1


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CPD Provider: Wilkinson Construction Consultants

Format: Podcast

Duration: 15 min

Cost: Free

CPD Points: 1

Reference: CPD22048

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CPD Overview

This podcast with Wilkinson Construction Consultants covers all aspects of converting a garage into an effective office space.


Description

This podcast episode with Wilkinson Construction Consultants focuses on the key aspects of garage conversions. The changes Covid-19 brought into our daily lifestyles are expected to stay. Upon re-assessing our new working environments and re-considering what is important in our homes, the need for functional and comfortable home offices came to the forefront.

Geoff Wilkinson shares his expert advice and outlines some of the important considerations to bear in mind if you’re thinking of turning an old garage into a usable office space! From discussing planning permission practicalities and insurance to ventilation and window fittings, this CPD provides a unique professional perspective on converting garages with respect to achieving effective interior design that is compliant and fit-for-purpose.

Learning Objectives:

  • Learn how to turn your garage into a usable office space.
  • Understand the planning permission practicalities and insurance of the space.
  • Examine ventilation options, window fittings, and achieving an effective interior space that is compliant and fit-for-purpose.

Contact

Wilkinson Construction Consultants

+44 (0)1732 523466

[email protected]


If you have any questions about this CPD activity or would like to make an appointment for your studio, please get in touch with the CPD Provider or email us [email protected].

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