We’ve all likely heard the famous quote, “Plan your work, and work your plan.” This can hold true in so many areas of life. But if you’ve ever been involved in planning a custom home – or if you 
intend to in the future – this quote should become ingrained in your head from the get-go.
Why?
Because it is the initial planning stage that will oftentimes determine whether or not your custom home will ultimately meet your goals, and in turn, fulfill your dreams. Here, just as with most other key aspects of life, having a good, solid plan can make all the difference in the world.
In setting up your custom home plan, there are certain areas that are essential for ensuring that your builder takes what was once just a concept, and turns it into a reality for you. These can include the following:
1) Build for both current and future needs.
When creating a plan for most anything, it is important to consider both current and future needs. In this case, be sure that you include in your plan the potential to grow your family, become empty-nesters, take in aging parents, run a home-based business, or any other possibility that may fit in with your particular situation. Doing so will allow your new home to grow right along with you.
2) Keep in mind functionality.
When determining where the rooms in your custom home should be located, be sure that you keep in mind the overall flow, as well as how you and the other members of your household will function in the space.
3) Start simple.
When you are in the initial stages of your home’s design, you don’t necessarily need any type of fancy software or design app. In this phase, using a pencil and paper to discuss various options with your builder can oftentimes be enough. Once you have nailed down more of the specifics, it can then be time to move on to something more technical.
Working with a builder that is flexible and accommodating can often make all the difference in the world. If you’d like to discuss your custom home ideas, give us a call. We have a reputation for offering outstanding quality and innovative design in the residential construction arena. So, if you’re thinking of building your dream home in Orlando or the Central Florida area, we can help to turn that dream into a reality.
