Endless Choices in a New Build
So, you sit down with Richard and me. We are going to build you your dream home. Yay!
Or alternatively you’re thinking “Oh S%#t, what am I doing here? I have no idea what I want and no idea how to tell someone else what I might want?'“
Sound familiar? As a hairdresser I have had clients in my chair with the same questions. But that is why you came to us for your consultation (or me with your hair). In consultation, you are here to use our professional opinion to guide your ideas. You don’t need all the answers.
So where should you start when building a new home?
Here are a few of our top tips…
Figure out the physical constraints – How big is your block? Is it narrow or sloping or an odd shape?
Research online - We have 30 house plans ready to view…check them out at www.richwoodcontructions.com.au/new-houses
Get a sense of what your home needs are – Number of rooms, room for family growth or lifestyle needs.
Have a look around – look online or just go for a drive around. See what style of home draws you.
This is a great starting point so when we sit at the table and start planning we can use your direction to construct ideas into working plans. Using the floor plans on our website can help declutter options and all drawings are customisable.
We often get a good read on what your style is by what design elements are important to you. Husbands and wives often have varying ideas on this!
Some building questions we’ve come across in our time...
"How big a TV can I fit in this lounge?" Perhaps you’d like to include a Cinema room in your build.
"Can I see the kids in the yard from the kitchen?" You might need to incorporate more glass in your build.
"How can I combine living and outdoor space for throwing parties?" You could incorporate double size sliding doors or bi-folds.
Building a new home can seem daunting with so many things for you to consider. Sit down and throw us twenty questions and we will hash it out. Then you can be assured that when you are ready to pour a slab your only argument with your ‘house spouse’ will be about curtains and carpet and who gets to hold the remote.