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NEW: The Meers' timber frame barn
updated 24/01/2012

Kevin and Elise Meers are building a new barn-style Potton home on a countryside plot in Norfolk

Construction method: timber frame

Part 8: The scaffolding is down and second fix work is underway

The Deeks' timber-frame build
updated 18/10/2011 **build complete**
Self-build blog: Diary of the Deeks' timber frame Potton package house

Gill and Barry Deeks are facing a four-month caravan stint as they stay on site for the duration of the build stages of their new home.

Construction method: timber frame

Part 11: The Deeks show us around their home, and relive the highs and lows of the build

Terry Cobbin's Potton house
updated 20/07/2010 **build complete**
Self-build blog: Diary of Terry Cobbin's timber frame self build

The Cobbin family is drawing on previous self-build experience to ensure their Tudor-style Potton package is a success.

Construction method: timber frame

Part 13: The Cobbins move in to their fabulous timber-frame package home
Potton Code 4 Barn
updated 17/01/2012
Self-build blog: Potton Barn

Timber frame package supplier Potton is building a unique showbarn, with parts of the build open to the public

Construction method: timber frame

Part 7: This month, the focus is on guttering, rainwater harvesting and weatherproofing

NEW: self build home and winery
updated 18/11/2011
Self-build blog: Diary of the Mohans' Hanse Haus project

Jane and Stephen Mohan are combining a Hanse Haus package with a basement by Glatthaar for their new home and visitor centre.

Construction method: structural insulated panels

Part 2: The Mohans visit the Hanse Haus sample centre to choose their finishes

The Stents' Hanse Haus passive house
updated 15/06/2011 **build complete**
Self-build blog: Diary of the Stents' Hanse Haus passive house

Richard and Rachel Stent have knocked down their family home of 15 years to embark on an ambitious project: building a zero carbon Hanse Haus.

Construction method: structural insulated panels

Part 14: The Stents' home has been certified as comforming to the Passivhaus standard