There are 4 key stages.

1. Initial conversation around your brief

2. On-site survey with both the Hutsmith Design Director one of our construction partners

3. Design development and iterations for which we charge £300.

4. Estimated build price from our build partner prior to final commitment to technical drawings

5. Establish whether Planning Permission is required. If so, prepare planning drawings and make submission.

6. The green light. Design fee settled and contractor issues 50% deposit invoice

7. Start date typically 12-14 weeks. COntractor issues 40% Invoice once week prior to commencement

8. 10% settled and warranty handover upon client sign off.

Start by scheduling an initial conversation. We’ll discuss your goals, timeline, and budget to outline a clear path forward. We are keen for you to meet both our designers and build partners at the earliest stage, from which we provide some initial design concepts and estimates.

Timelines vary based on project size and complexity. Concept development can take a few weeks, if planning permission is requried, (which can take up to three months). We establish milestone dates early and keep you informed throughout. We never commit to a completion date, because there are so many factors (e.g the weather) that can impact a deadline.

At Hutsmith, we believe exceptional cabins are created when design and construction are each handled by specialists.

Our role is to guide you through the design process, developing a cabin that is tailored to your site, budget and requirements. We begin with an on-site survey and outline design package for £300. Once you're happy with the initial concept and build estiamte, we prepare a comprehensive technical design pack . See prices here

With your approved design, we then work closely with our licensed approved partner to prepare a fixed-price quotation for the build and installation of your cabin. Our construction partners have been carefully selected for their craftsmanship, professionalism and experience. Together, we have successfully delivered more than 160 Hutsmith buildings across the UK.

Once you choose to proceed, your construction contract is with our approved construction partner, who manages the procurement, manufacture and installation of your cabin. They operate a straightforward milestone-based payment schedule, giving you complete transparency throughout your project:

• 50% – To confirm your order, secure your production slot and commence procurement and manufacture.

• 40% – Payable once your installation date has been agreed and your project is scheduled for delivery.

• 10% – Payable on the successful completion and handover of your cabin.

This specialist approach allows Hutsmith to focus entirely on creating outstanding designs, while our approved construction partners concentrate on delivering exceptional build quality. As the guardian of both the brand and product, the Hutsmith design stays with you throughout the build process. The result ensures a well communicated programme, clearer accountability and a better experience from your first enquiry through to the completion of your cabin.

Yes. This works well for clients around the world who have their own access to contractors. We provide both outline plans and full technical specs that makes it very accessible for contract teams to identify the full bill of materials as well as the technical make up of each building.

Yes. Our standard finish is a birch ply. But we work with a range of high end materials and fixtures companies. Within the process is an interior  design consultation to full internal renders and fixtures procrement scheudles description

No. Every project is a unique and pricing differs depending on size, materials and, of course, design. Our portfolio page give you an idea based on a variety of projects. We give an indicative cost based on our first conversation to set budget expectations.

Here are some general planning rules in the UK which are based around heights and distance from the boundary. In principle, if your building is closer than 2m from the boundary, the cabin should not be over 2.5m in height - this means you can only build a flat roof. If it is 2m or more from the fence,the building can be up to 4m high/.

However there are many layers to Planning Permission including whether our building resides in the curtiledge of a listed building or whether you are in a conservation area or ANOB. All of these factors are likely to require planning permission.

It is the client responsilibty to ensure that any planning requirements are met.

The copy of the warranty is here.

We have a recommend Planning Agent who specialises in small buildings. For a fee, they will handle the entire process on your behaf.