Some Ideas to Consider …

  • When to Construct Your Home in Stages

    Building a custom house requires careful planning. There are a variety of different ways to build a house and one of the most popular methods is phased construction. Phased construction is a process by which you strategically plan and schedule components of a project. Initially, a smaller project is constructed with plans for future additions as budgeting allows.


    Traditional Exterior by Richmond Architects & Building Designers Beyond Ordinary Boundaries Architecture
    There are several advantages to phased construction:

    • Flexibility: You have the opportunity to make changes for future phases depending on the current work and potential budget changes.
    • Project Duration: Shorter phases of work reduce the duration of the project and create an abbreviated construction schedule.
    • Cost: Phased construction allows you to spread the project cost out over several phases and eases the initial investment.


    Farmhouse Exterior by Philadelphia Architects & Building Designers Wyant Architecture
    However, there are some disadvantages, such as:

    • Complexity: Phased construction projects are inherently more complex because they require a systemic approach and additional plans.
    • Living Among the Construction: Many homeowners choose phased construction because they can live in a portion of the house not under construction. But, this can be noisy and  a bit stressful.

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  • Plan Out a Laundry Room You’ll Want to Use

    Even if you hate doing the laundry you deserve a luxurious laundry room! Gone are the days that the laundry room was an overlooked space or relegated to a small closet. Today’s laundry rooms feature beautiful design elements and creative interpretations of a functional space. When designing your custom laundry room you’ll want to pay particular attention to:…

  • Different Permit Considerations for Green Building

    As you are planning which green home building amenities to include in your new custom home it’s important to note that there may be different permitting requirements. Understanding these permit considerations before you begin keeps construction on track and helps avoid delays caused by improper permitting. Permitting requirements will vary based on the locality in…

  • Add the Luxury of a Bedroom Balcony to Your Home

    There’s an exciting new trend in bedroom design, and it’s one that will help connect you with the outdoors — balconies. Yes, bedroom balconies are becoming increasingly popular, and we love the luxurious, getaway-style element that they add to homes. Keep these examples in mind while exploring ways to add a balcony to your bedroom:…

  • Should You Find the Space for an Accessory Dwelling Unit?

    An accessory dwelling unit (ADU) is a self-contained additional structure on a property, located either within or adjacent to a traditional house. These structures serve many purposes, including home offices, in-law quarters, or studio spaces. An ADU may be the perfect solution to meet a need of additional space at your home. Before you begin planning…