Guides for people who build
Practical knowledge for private clients – written for people who build their own home, or build in a country other than the one they live in.
What does it cost to build a house in Spain?
The price of a new build in Spain depends on far more than the price per square metre a builder quotes. These are the items to plan for, why the numbers vary so much – and how to make a budget that holds.
Read the guide →Building permit in Spain (licencia de obra) – step by step
Without a licencia de obra you cannot build a new house in Spain. These are the steps from plot to finished home – who does what, which documents you need, and where things often stall.
Read the guide →How to work with a Spanish architect
Your architect is your most important adviser when you build in Spain. Good cooperation comes down to clear agreements, good drawing rounds and communication that works even when you do not share a language.
Read the guide →House-building budget: template and common mistakes
Most building projects that go over budget do not do so because of one big mistake, but because of many small items nobody planned for. A good budget is therefore more a way of working than a spreadsheet.
Read the guide →Site diary: what to write – with a template
A site diary takes two minutes a day and can save you a lot of money and arguments. It is your memory when something goes wrong – and a lovely story when the house is finished.
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