This book describes the challenges and rewards of building an OAK FRAME house in CORNWALL; an honest, often humorous, biographical appraisal of the SELF-BUILD process, containing detailed colour photos, design inspiration along with vivid anecdotal experiences. This is the first of a trilogy detailing various types of self-build, including barn conversions with residential and educational functions, all three initially rejected by either Planning or a Structural Engineer! Can you be inspired and benefit from the amazing build journey described in this first book? ' ....... a well-written, immensely practical guide to building your own house, that also happens to be a fascinating read ........ Simply indispensable David Balment (FRICS)