5 Killer Home Building Tips

Building a new home is such an exciting prospect! You get to choose the floor plan that suits your lifestyle, all new energy efficient appliances, and you really get to make it your own.

When it comes to home building, there are many things you should consider to save yourself time and money. Here are our 5 killer tips for home building that will contribute to a more efficient building process.

1. Choose the Right Home Builders

Building a home of your own is a big investment. You want to make sure you choose the right contractor for the job. Make sure to look for home builders with plenty of experience, a good reputation and a transparent building process. In addition, make sure the home builders you choose are able to provide you with samples of many different styles of home. Make sure they give you a detailed cost estimate and come up with a comprehensive building plan.

2. Pay Attention to Space Planning

Space planning is very important, especially if you don’t plan on building a grand home. You want to make sure your floor plan flows well and reflects your lifestyle. Also pay attention to where you plan to add closets. Each room should have one, and there should be one in the hallway. If you live in a warmer climate, you won’t really have use for a coat closet in the foyer, so don’t bother building one.

3. Consider the Future

If you are newlyweds who are buying a new house, you might have to ask yourself some tricky questions. Do you plan to start a family? How many children do you want? Will you build a house with bedrooms to accommodate a growing family or will you build in such a way that you can add on extensions later?

What if you’re nearing old age? You want a home that accommodates your future accessibility needs as you get older.

4. Thoughtful Kitchen Placement

Kitchens get a lot of traffic, so it’s important to place them near living areas, especially if you want to build a modern, open kitchen. You’ll also be coming in with groceries at least once a week, so make sure the kitchen is placed near the garage or back doors.

5. Incorporate Smart Home Technology

Smart home technology is the way of the very near future, so why not incorporate smart home technology in your home from the beginning? Consider all the latest advances, from stainless steel, energy-efficient kitchen appliances to access control systems that allow you to control lighting, heating and cooling systems all from a remote location. Furthermore, make sure your home is well equipped to incorporate tech innovations.

For more information on buying the home of your dreams, get in touch with McDonald Jones Homes today. Call us on 1300 555 382 for quotes on new homes in the ACT and NSW.