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.
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Distilling a client's vision and effectively capturing it on paper is important, but it’s only the beginning of a custom home build. The next step is actually translating your design idea into a real, tangible product.
The professional responsible...
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Although owning a luxury custom home is a constant source of joy and comfort, it also comes along with a variety of responsibilities in order to protect the value, structural integrity and lifespan of your property in Houston.
When you think about designing and building a new custom home in Houston, your mind may be primarily focused on the architecture, innovative technologies, modern design styles and blending outdoor and indoor living spaces. However, if you want to...
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.
When you think of buying or building a new luxury home in Houston, a few key players come to mind, such as architects, home builders, realtors, and trade partners. However, there is one other very important professional you are likely to work with...
Cabinets are a significant feature to any custom home. They are not only the centerpiece of your kitchen in terms of style and functionality, but they have an impact on almost every space in the home.