Where we are now
As Livedin continues to evolve, we're proud of the milestones we've reached and excited by the possibilities on the horizon. Our efforts are currently concentrated on a few key areas that are moving us closer to our ultimate goal of making self-building a widely accessible and inspiring endeavour.
Platform Development
We've built an online hub that connects landowners, self-builders, architects, and relevant service providers. Ongoing enhancements focus on:
- Improving plot discovery tools, complete with virtual tours and detailed feasibility reports
- Integrating project management features to streamline collaboration
- Introducing educational modules for first-time self-builders
Growing Partnerships
Collaborating with local councils, environmental organisations, and innovative companies is central to our strategy. Recent partnerships include:
- Municipal collaborations to identify underused land for community-first development
- Sustainability-focused alliances that promote eco-friendly building materials
- Professional networks of architects, planners, and surveyors aligned with our self-build ethos
Empowering the Community
Our community-driven initiatives—workshops, webinars, Q&A sessions—help aspiring self-builders gain confidence in everything from budgeting to blueprint reviews. We also facilitate:
- Site visits for members to learn from ongoing or completed projects
- Peer groups that support each other in tackling practical hurdles, like securing mortgages
Feedback-Driven Approach
We value the insights and experiences of our community. Through regular surveys, beta testing, and open forums, we gather feedback that shapes our roadmap:
- Streamlining the planning permission application user flow
- Enhancing communication between landowners and prospective self-builders
- Expanding coverage to more regions looking to grow their self-build communities
By staying responsive to real-world needs and maintaining a forward-looking vision, Livedin is steadily building the infrastructure and partnerships needed to transform self-building into a thriving, accessible movement.