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19 articles
How to present a sloping plot: access, levels and services worth showing
A sloping plot is easier to understand when the information is organised: show the level change, access and services without confusing cadastral, topographic and planning information.
RENOVATIONSWhere to put sockets and lighting points before renovating a flat
The electrical installation should not be decided at the end: draw furniture, uses and routes before finalising chases, fittings and the budget.
BUILD A HOUSEHow to orient a new house for daylight without overheating or losing privacy
Orientation is not decided simply by rotating the house: coordinate the plot, rooms, openings, external shade and views before finalising the design.
BUILDING PLOTSIs your plot really a building plot? What to check before presenting it to a construction company
Calling a parcel a “building plot” is not enough. Before presenting it to a construction company, gather the planning status, cadastral and land-registry information, and service connections needed to assess whether it can be built on.
OPINIONThe solution to housing is easier than it seems
Reflections by Armand Lusquiños, CEO of Constructores.com, on renting, home ownership and opportunities to increase housing supply.
RENOVATIONSHow to renovate a dark flat: more light and storage without guesswork
Before removing partitions, map how light travels, reserve storage and check the structure, owners’ association, ventilation and windows. This will help you request a clear, comparable quote.
BUILD A HOUSEWhat house can I build on my plot? Check before requesting quotations
The size of a plot alone does not reveal what home will fit. Permitted use, buildability, site coverage, setbacks, height and planning obligations define the real volume; checking them first avoids designing a house that cannot later be authorised.
NEWSValdecarros plans to start 13,300 homes: what to check before bidding
The Madrid development comprises 51,656 homes and plans to start the first buildings linked to more than 13,300 before the end of 2026. For contractors and subcontractors, the announcement opens a potential pipeline, but it is not the same as a tender or an award.
BUILD A HOUSEA beautiful, distinctive house: character without overcomplicating the build
The most beautiful house for you starts with how you want to live. Six decisions to turn an original idea into a project an architect can assess and a builder can price.
RENOVATIONSRenovating a flat with character: daylight, storage and one defining idea
An original renovation is not about collecting trends. Learn what to keep, what to change and how to explain your priorities so you can compare renovation quotes meaningfully.
BUILDING PLOTSSelling a plot to a builder: the information pack that helps assess your land
Land attracts interest through what can be done with it and the questions that can be answered. Prepare a clear presentation of your plot, using verified information without placing an open public advert.
NEWSConstruction employment nears 1.5 million affiliates: how to plan crews and subcontractors
Social Security affiliation reached 1,495,988 people in September and rose 0.8% month on month. Youth employment is also growing, but the CNAE classification change requires caution with some annual comparisons.
NEWSSpain’s construction output index falls 7% year on year in August: what to review in project planning
The INE reports a seasonally adjusted annual fall of 7.0% and a monthly rise of 0.8%. Building construction declined more sharply, but the figure is provisional and is not a measure of prices, permits or order books.
NEWSThe 10% VAT rate will extend to renovations of rented homes from 1 December
The change has been published but does not yet apply: it covers renovation or repair work on homes intended for habitual rental and requires a bank-traceable payment, a two-year age threshold and materials not exceeding 40%.
NEWSNew guarantees for industrialised construction: what they mean for your home
Royal Decree-Law 29/2026 authorises a state guarantee facility for manufacturers and developers. We explain its actual scope and what to ask before commissioning an industrialised home.
NEWSRenovation grants in Madrid: changes to the documentation stage
Comunidad de Madrid reports an urgent procedure for documenting renovation grant cases. It is important to distinguish this change from the closure of housing grants and to review each notification.
BUILD A HOUSEHow to request a quote to build a house
The information that helps a building company prepare a clear, comparable proposal.
RENOVATIONSWhat to compare in a complete renovation quote
Quality levels, measurements, installations and exclusions: the final price is understood through the details.
PLANNINGCalculating a house's cost: which details matter
Initial guidance based on floor area and features, before assessing the project with professionals.
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