Are you ready to build your dream home? It can seem overwhelming at first, but if you stay organized and partner with the right design-builder (like LBK Design Build!), you can build the custom home of your dreams and minimize your stress. Here’s a simple three-step plan to help make your home-building experience easier.
Step 1: Get Ready to Start
- Make a Budget: Know how much you can spend. This is a key part of your planning.
- Buy Your Property: You need to have your land or at least a plan in place to get it. It’s tough to start designing without knowing where you are going to build, the topography, the local codes, or the utility tie-ins.
- Set a Timeline: Understand when the land will be available, when your financing will be ready, when your builder can start work, and when you hope to move in.
It’s crucial to have these elements lined up. There’s nothing worse than getting excited about plans only to find out your land or financing isn’t ready.
Step 2: Design Your Dream Home
- Think Big, Then Scale Down: Start with your big dreams, then adjust them to fit your budget and land.
- List Your Needs and Wants: First, focus on what you really need in your home, what you don’t want, and then add your wished-for features. It’s helpful to rank everything in order of importance. If you find yourself going over budget, reconsider the items that are less crucial.
- Work with Professionals: A design-build team like LBK can help walk you through the process. We not only create plans but also work with you to understand your vision, listen to what you want, and explain what is possible based on your budget and timeline. We also help you choose materials and features that fit your style and your wallet.
Step 3: Build and Track Progress
- Choose a contractor that understands your vision. At LBK, for example, our designers and builders work together to bring your plans to life.
- Good communication is key! Your contractor should keep you informed about what’s progressing well and discuss any issues they run into. They handle hiring sub-contractors, obtaining permits, and ensuring your home meets local building codes. At LBK, you can view schedules, documents, plans, and all communication on our project management app.
- Look for a contractor known for quality work and strong communication.
The LBK Way
Building a custom home involves many steps but breaking it down like this can help you stay organized and on track.
At LBK Design Build, we specialize in more than just beautiful kitchens and baths — we also design and build custom homes. If you want to learn more about our process, schedule a consultation with Nick today!