Building a house is a dream many people have. While it’s true most people still have parameters to work within based on budget and geography, you can still achieve something incredible with an open mind and some flexibility.
While it’s fun to house hunt and buy a house on the open market, there’s just nothing like having a home curated to your own tastes, built from the ground up. You may wonder how people fund and structure such a home build both with a job to work and a family to raise. It certainly can be a challenge, which is why not everyone goes on this journey in the first place. This is especially true when you understand that the investment you make in building a house won’t necessarily be reflected in the dollar valuation once it’s completed.
If you’re thinking of developing a home for personal taste or for a retirement end-of-life treasure, here are some of the ways people make their home-building dream a reality.
#1 – Long-Term Build On Rural Land
Sometimes future home-builders purchase acreage years before they plan to build, giving them time to save while the land potentially increases in value. This is more possible in rural areas. The breathing room of country property also allows for a gradual construction process without bothering close neighbours who might complain about unsightly works being undertaken on the land for extended periods of time.
Building in phases works well for many people; starting with a basic structure and then adding to it over time – as finances allow, makes the process more manageable. Many do it this way, especially if they plan to retire within the next decade or so. Some even live in small temporary structures on their property while building the main house, allowing you to adjust to life there in the meantime whilst having your pet project right on your doorstep!
#2 – Modest, Beautiful, One-Storey Homes
A low set house can be a fantastic option and simplify the process entirely. Single-level living appeals to many custom builders thinking long-term, especially if this is going to be a retirement property. Having everything on one floor is a great idea to maintain accessibility throughout the years. The practical layout of a low set house often means less square footage needed overall, which reduces construction and maintenance costs over time too.
One storey homes needn’t feel cramped though; they can be made to feel spacious with an open floor plan and mindful window placement. Connecting kitchen, dining, and living spaces is usually how it’s done. Additionally ,these builds make a big job seem much more manageable, and if planning permission makes it possible to extend the house later, you can extend the house later if you wish to.
#3 – Custom Fabrications
It’s not uncommon to see prefabrications or custom fabs that can be designed with a modular approach purchased by people looking for a self-build. Whilst this isn’t a fully custom option, you do have the ability to make various customisations, on a house that is located in a piece of land of your choosing.
Prefab homes simplify the process of a build and save you time and energy trying to work everything out from scratch. Additionally, you’ll know that the home components work well together and have been designed for appropriate flow.
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