Thinking about having your next home custom built for you and your family? You may be interested to know some of the newer trends in home construction.
First, with the housing market leaving some buyers a bit uncertain, it seems that more builders and home owners are choosing to built "right sized" homes as opposed to buying bigger for larger return on investment.
The most affordable homes are those that are smaller but maximize space allowing greater flexibility. For example, under stair space can be built in for decorative shelving or have storage space built behind a quaint door.
There are fewer luxuries in these "post recession" homes. Granite counter tops, upgraded carpets and top of the line appliances are being traded for options that have equal appeal but don't cost as much. If you want to cut down on the cost of your new home, think from the inside out when considering options.
Instead of the pool, opt for an "outdoor living space" that allows you the space to entertain without the expense a pool carries. Choose a light carpet of grass with one focus area over a fully customized landscape look.
And home builders are changing processes to cut down on construction site waste and consider the effects of the build on existing communities and nature. More homes now have better use of natural lighting, using landscape to shade the home, and energy saving appliances.
Right now there is a lot of land available that can be purchased less expensively so you can buy it now and build on it later. If the land is in a current development and has all the improvements you may see higher prices.
It's a great time to start dreaming about and planning your custom home. Let us help you by securing the land on which your home will be built.
First, with the housing market leaving some buyers a bit uncertain, it seems that more builders and home owners are choosing to built "right sized" homes as opposed to buying bigger for larger return on investment.
The most affordable homes are those that are smaller but maximize space allowing greater flexibility. For example, under stair space can be built in for decorative shelving or have storage space built behind a quaint door.
There are fewer luxuries in these "post recession" homes. Granite counter tops, upgraded carpets and top of the line appliances are being traded for options that have equal appeal but don't cost as much. If you want to cut down on the cost of your new home, think from the inside out when considering options.
Instead of the pool, opt for an "outdoor living space" that allows you the space to entertain without the expense a pool carries. Choose a light carpet of grass with one focus area over a fully customized landscape look.
And home builders are changing processes to cut down on construction site waste and consider the effects of the build on existing communities and nature. More homes now have better use of natural lighting, using landscape to shade the home, and energy saving appliances.
Right now there is a lot of land available that can be purchased less expensively so you can buy it now and build on it later. If the land is in a current development and has all the improvements you may see higher prices.
It's a great time to start dreaming about and planning your custom home. Let us help you by securing the land on which your home will be built.
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