Building a home from scratch is a major investment, which is why you should spend considerable time in the planning stages. Making sure you’re satisfied with the custom home design before breaking ground will ensure you’ll be thrilled with the finished results. Here are a few factors to consider so that you have some direction when discussing design plans with a contractor.

What to Keep in Mind When Creating a Custom Home Design Plan

1. Who Will Live in the House

To prepare for the future, think about how your family will grow while living in the newly-built house. If you foresee having more children, incorporate extra bedrooms in the custom home design. Until additional little ones arrive, you can use the spare rooms for guest bedrooms, recreation spaces, or home offices. If elderly family members will move in with you, consider putting bedrooms on the first floor as it may be challenging for seniors to climb stairs.

2. Which Rooms Are Used the Most

Although every part of the house should be functional, consider where family members spend the most time. In addition to a master bath, there should also be one or two additional bathrooms on the second floor. This will provide the household members with enough space to get ready in the morning. There should also be a half bath on the ground floor, so visitors don’t have to wander upstairs into private areas to use the restroom.

3. How Much Storage You Need

When you buy a pre-existing home, it may not have all the nooks and crannies needed to house all of your belongings. Building the property from scratch can eliminate this problem. In addition to roomy closets, include plenty of built-in storage in the kitchen, bathrooms, and any other areas where you keep numerous goods.

If you want to build a custom home, contact the skilled team at Masterpiece Construction in Honolulu, HI. Since 2010, these professionals have provided Oahu, Big Island, Kauai, and Maui residents with custom home design advice and construction services to ensure the success of their projects. Call (808) 688-8839 to schedule a consultation and learn about material warranties, or view a gallery of their past projects online. Connect with the team on Facebook for the latest news and updates.