Aging-in-Place, or Universal Design, means being able to live in one’s home independently regardless of age or ability. We all know someone who has trouble getting around. And with our aging population, we want the guarantee of being able to stay in our own home as long as we choose to. If you are going to design+build a new home, live the way you want because you have planned for it. Enjoy the posts below to see how to make this possible.
Should I Hire an Independent Building Inspector?
Should I Hire an Independent Building Inspector? How to Make the Right Call Sometimes homeowners choose to hire an independent building inspector during the building process of their new home, but that decision can be a double-edged sword.A home inspector...
Why You Shouldn’t Use Friends as Subcontractors
Why You Shouldn’t Use Friends as Subcontractors Consider The The Pitfalls First Building or renovating a home is an exciting and challenging endeavor. As you embark on this journey, one crucial decision is selecting the right subcontractors for the job.Spend...
Humble, Hungry and Smart
As Team Players, What Does it Mean For Us to be Humble, Hungry, and Smart? In Patrick Lencioni's book "The Ideal Team Player," he introduces the concept of ideal team players possessing three essential virtues: Hungry, Humble, and (emotionally) Smart. These...
How Do You Avoid a Builder Scam?
How Do You Avoid a Builder Scam? Know the Signs to Watch Out For. Chose The Right Builder for your peace of mind. The Signs are Always There. We hear of new scams all the time. You can hardly pick up a newsp…
Eight Common Arguments Builders Have with Homeowners
Eight Common Arguments Builders Have with Homeowners … and How to Avoid Them Define the expectations in writing before construction begins. Save yourself headaches and heartaches by discussing all eight of these issues with your builder and resolve them in advance.You...
Matthew Jones, Project Manager
ABOUT LIVING STONE | MEET OUR TEAM | MATTHEW JONESMatthew Jones Project ManagerMatthew Jones brings a wealth of experience to his role of Project Manager at Living Stone Design + Build. Originating from Florida, he has brought his passion for craftsmanship to the...
The Terrible Truth About Building Beyond Your Means
The Terrible Truth About Building Beyond Your Means Balancing Desires and Affordability Sometimes homeowners want to build a home that doesn’t seem to be affordable for them; it’s well beyond their means.A client budgeting for their dream home to avoid unnecessary...
How Long Does It Take to Build a New Custom Home?
How Long Does It Take to Build a New Custom Home? Factors Influencing Home Building Time Building timeline should be communicated clearly to avoid unrealistic expectations found in Common Arguments Builders Have With Homeowners.Architectural Planning Timeline...
Design Your Home With Resale in Mind
Design Your Home With Resale in Mind Resale Value Considerations in Custom Home Buildings Who thinks about resale value when building a custom home? While it may seem odd for a person who’s building a new home to think about selling it, it’s important to address...
Surprises That Could Inflate Your Custom Home Cost
Interestingly, an allowance (or budget) can be your friend or it can be your worst enemy. Good, honest, quality builders may lose jobs to the competition because they establish a realistic allowance that truly reflects the scope of the entire job.