Many times when planning the design of their new home, people

 

want to start sketching. Instead, figure out your “wish list.” Determine

 

what you need, what you want and what would be nice to have.

 

Then leave the sketching to the architect, designer or builder.

 

 

 

Be specific about what you want and explain your current living situation

 

to help relate size. “We want a large walk-in closet” can be more clearly

 

communicated when the size of your current closet is understood by

 

your designer.

 

 

 

Create a home building reference folder and include the following:

 

All your rough sketches of the building site.

 

Attend your local Parade of Homes and/or try to walk through open

 

houses at new homes. Take notes and get info about anything you

 

see that you would like to incorporate in your new home.

 

Include pictures, plans and any ideas you like from home magazines.

 

 

 

You’ll want to work with someone who is design oriented. An architect

 

or designer should be focused on your design and your communication

 

comfort level must be excellent. Your builder is focused on the construction

 

of your design ideas. If you separate design and construction, the

 

expectations of all parties involved will be more clearly understood.

 

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