Just as every part of the design and construction process is interconnected, so is every challenge. Current issues in architecture involve collaboration, workflow, and scope creep, with all having related sources and solutions. Here are three...
If you own a home or vacant lot in a designated historic district in the city of Houston and want to build a home or make an addition or remodel an existing property, it is important to understand the process. These homes and lots are under city and...
So the question is, do you need to have the design of your custom home drafted and ready to go before engaging with your design and construction team? The best answer is not a straightforward yes or no. So, let's get into it.
Building a custom home requires active collaboration between the architect, engineers, and your builder. Successful custom home projects utilize a proven formula that includes effective planning, cooperation and periodic, but consistent feedback. It...
With the right features, a bathroom can become your own personal spa. Here at Southern Green Builders, we specialize in building custom homes designed to suit your lifestyle, to compliment your sense of style, and to provide a truly comfortable...
Allowances items called out when designing/pricing your new custom home can be confusing and at times misunderstood. It is extremely important for you to know what they are, what they mean, use them strategically, and stay within their limits. In...
Combining your expertise as an architect with that of a home builder at the start of a custom residential project in Houston is one of the most effective ways to establish a strong foundation and ensure feasibility from start to finish.
It’s a well-known stereotype in the home building industry that any new construction project will inevitably cost more than you expect. Most blog posts and articles warn you to have a sizable contingency fund on hand to cover unexpected expenses.
Imagine visiting the job site where your new luxury custom home is being built and watching the project progress, but not quite in the way you imagined. Certain design and architectural elements that were left unspecified don’t fit with your...
When you’re building a new luxury custom home, there are dozens of decisions to make, from the size and layout of the structure down to minute details like the type of paint, lightbulbs and tile to use in various rooms.