Essex June 2019 Meeting 

From ugly duckling to beautiful swan - Garfield Reece 

At this month's pin meeting Garfield will share the true story about the ugly side of refurbishing an old building into a HMO (House of Multiple Occupation) and his learning on the flowerpot project

Garfield has over 30 years’ experience in the construction industry. His early skill was as a carpenter; following his apprenticeship he moved into construction engineering then project management.

He has extensive experience in commercial building, building new houses, refurbishment and concrete structures. His core skills include project management, mechanical, electrical, building engineering and commercial awareness.

In practice, Garfield has managed construction projects value ranging from £200K to £15million. Garfield attained a Construction Engineering and Management degree from Westminster University, London.Since 2014, Garfield has been investing in properties full time and has a multi-million pound portfolio.

During his presentation you will learn:

• How refurbishing older can affect your cost plan
• Dealing with building defects
• Why it’s important to plan the location of services
• How adding exceptional value can help to get all monies out

ALSO... Listen, Solve, Craft, Enjoy! - How Green Tea Architects Can Add Value to Your Projects - Charlene Campbell 

Charlene will share the potential and added value that Green Tea Architects (GTA) can bring to your current and future projects whether they are existing properties, new builds or small to large development sites.

Green Tea Architects are unique in their offer as they provide the full package in a range of sectors. GTA use their insight and experience to source, analyse and capitalise on development opportunities from concept to completion. 

At all stages of the project, GTA always looks at risk, time-scales and we are always aware of our client requirements return on investment, whilst still delivering a quality product. 

Charlene and Bertino Directors at Green Tea Architects (GTA) are experienced architects, whose clients base ranges from private clients, developers, to The Diocese of Westminster and The Diocese of Southwark. GTA have also formed part of several fit-out teams that created the Verdi Restaurant in the Royal Albert Hall as well as Luxury Apartments and Communal Spaces in South Bank Tower, Angel Court, Chelsea Barracks and Bloomberg. 

During Charlene's presentation you will learn:

• The type of projects GTA undertake
• How GTA can help you add value to your projects. 
• Collaboration, how you can work with GTA. 

Charlene will demonstrate that GTA can work with you through every stage of a project no matter the size of your project.