Few journeys in life are as exciting as building your dream home. As you work with professionals at Summer Lake to build your custom home, find out how to maximize your budget. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to build the home you’ve always dreamed of. Find out how you can afford to build a house in an excellent neighborhood near you.
Create a List of Essential Features
You’ve probably already owned your starter home. That first home will always bring back memories, but there are many things you wish you could change. Remodeling every room of a home is a costly and impractical plan, so use your resources to build a custom home to include all your must-have features. Here are some example features you may or may not wish to add to your list:
- Large kitchen
- Master suite
- Bedroom for every child
- Large backyard
- Community amenities
Not every building site and custom home design can offer these features. Consider which ones are essential to your dream and which ones are flexible. Remaining flexible with your features is key to keeping down costs. Discuss how each item will fit in your budget to where you can maximize your investment.
Looking for inspiration? An architect or home design team can help you feel inspired and provide you with the resources you need to craft your custom home. Take a home tour in your ideal neighborhood to see some examples of great designs that may fit your family.
Build for Your Future Family
You may have been fine with only two bedrooms in your starter home, but your forever home may need more space to accommodate your growing family. Be sure to include enough rooms for your children, pets, and guests to stay in your new home comfortably.
Adding a third or fourth bedroom in the initial plan is far more affordable than a new addition. Don’t wait until your home is already complete to add a guest suite or room for your children to have their own space, but include it in your plan to meet your budget.
Select an Open Layout
Removing interior walls makes your home feel larger than it is. Don’t settle for a floor plan that’s too small for your family, but consider ways to make your home feel spacious. Lofted ceilings, open lofts, and combined living areas are all great ideas to maximize your budget. These low-cost additions are often more affordable than increasing the size of your home’s footprint.
A popular main floor design includes your living room, kitchen, and dining room in one large area. This living space makes it easy to talk to your guests or family as you prepare meals or wash dishes.
Work With a Quality Builder
After an architect translates your dream into a design, you need a custom home builder to make it a reality. Work with local building professionals in Virginia to enjoy a unique home that’s built to last. State-of-the-art materials, designs, and timeless construction techniques ensure you have a property that you can pass on for generations.
Choose the Right Building Site
Even the perfect design may not fit your dream if it’s in a less-than-desirable location. Look for available lots in Moseley, VA, to explore popular options. At Summer Lake, we offer open lots in a welcoming, family-friendly community. Browse our lots or contact us to prepare for building a home that maximizes your budget.
