Building a custom home is the best way to get a space tailored to your family’s needs. However, in the excitement of planning, many owners make mistakes that eventually transform their dream house into a nightmare. Fortunately, if you avoid these three errors, your new build will check all the boxes for years to come.

3 Common Custom Home Blunders

1. Ignoring the Overall Design

When designing your ideal kitchen or master closet, it's easy to dwell on the details. However, you must also consider the overall design and layout of the home when making each decision. Focusing on individual rooms leads to a plan that feels pieced together rather than cohesive. Avoid this by starting with the overall layout of your home before narrowing the scope to specific rooms.

2. Focusing Solely on Aesthetics

One of the most significant benefits of a custom home is achieving a finish that perfectly represents your tastes. While aesthetics are important, don't favor form over function, lest you end up with a beautiful house that doesn’t meet your everyday needs. Document what frustrates you in your current home over the span of a week, and then refer to that list during the planning process. These issues may include lack of kitchen cabinet space, the distance between the master bedroom and a child's room, or garage location relative to the rest of the home.

3. Thinking Short-Term

A dream home’s design should also meet your needs for decades, so consider how your life may change in upcoming years. For instance, if you plan to have more kids, you may want to increase the bedroom count or ensure multifunctional rooms like offices and dens can be repurposed as bedrooms later. Contemplating the future can help you avoid frustrations a few years down the line.
 

Get started on the custom home of your dreams by turning to Hampshire Home Builders in Capon Bridge, WV. For more than 30 years, the construction company has earned a reputation throughout Shenandoah Valley for dedication to high-quality craftsmanship. Request a personalized, competitive quote today by calling (304) 856-3875, and browse some of their past projects on their online gallery.