Custom Homes

Our main focus in building is to ensure that our customers have the best solution that is right for them at the right price. Quality and transparency are major pillars to success and we cherish our customer relationships as we help them navigate through their custom projects.

Our Custom Home “Design + Build” Process

Schematic & Design Development: PHASE - I

Define concept and requirements for house design
Site documentation, zoning and building code research
Project budget criteria discussion
Review of design development: floor plans and elevations
Final design approval

Construction Documents: PHASE - II

Development of drawing set for permit submission
Distribute drawings to necessary engineering sources (structural, civil, etc.)
Mechanical, electrical and plumbing design
Construction documents

Permitting: PHASE - III

Submission

Preparing applications, neighbor letters (if necessary) and drawings sets
Coordinating with external permit expediter and couriers
Initial submittal to jurisdiction

Tracking and Obtaining

Coordinating all shut off (demolition) letters, request, and paperwork (for new construction only)
Tracking and monitoring progress and comments
Completing revisions to plans as needed and coordinating with external resources
Re-submitting revisions
Procuring building permit for the project
Dispersing to necessary parties/resources

Pre-Construction: PHASE - IV

Selection Process

Finalize any additional design changes and/or updates to drawings
Review and complete selections checklist
Meet with designer to determine specific design features, selections, and finishes
Review scheduling time frames for construction activities
Establish the clients time frame for project completion

Construction Schedule of Values

Distribute construction drawings to multiple subcontractors for pricing
Analyze bids for selection
Assemble bid packages with allowance options (if required)
Generate construction project schedule
Deliver project Construction Agreement
Update and provide support to retrieve permit revisions to prevent job delays
Surveys – coordinate and submit progression survey for project (wall check, final survey, etc.)

Project Start-Up: PHASE - I

On-site preconstruction meeting with client, project designer, and field superintendent
Review of daily activities performed (clean-up, noise, etiquette, occupancy, etc.)
Walk client through scope of work reflected in construction documents

Selection Confirmation: PHASE - II

Review of finish selections and showroom visits (if requested by client)
Pre-dry wall site walk to verify layouts and all trade works has been completed per drawings
Evaluate client’s satisfaction and address any concerns

Project Completion: PHASE - III

Substantial completion site walk with client to generate remaining work punch list
Final meeting on site to give client an orientation of new products and features
120 day check-up review followed by a punch list walk after a full seasonal cycle (typically 1 year)

Exterior Features

Siding: vinyl or low maintenance hardie siding and thin stone water table at front
- Brick veneer front elevation per design, if applicable, for additional cost
Insulated exterior entry door with choice of brushed nickel or oil rubbed bronze door hardware
Double hung (or fixed), double pane and LoE glass windows (Anderson, Jeld Wen, or Pella)
Walk up or walk out basement with french doors or double swing doors (if applicable), per permit plans
2×6 house exterior wall with R-19 kraft faced fiberglass batt insulation
R-38 blown insulation in attic
R-13 basement wall insulation
Pre-engineered roof trusses
30 year architectural style roof shingles
Air seal package (seals gaps and penetrations in exterior walls)
Tyvek house wrap (acts as air and moisture barrier to protect home from mold)
PVC fascia board and frieze board throughout

Interior Features

10′ ceiling at main level, 9′ ceiling at second floor, and 8’9″ at basement
8′ doors on main level
Interior doors
- 2 or 6 panel
- Choice of brushed nickel or chrome finished hardware
Hardwood at main level and second floor hallway
- Prefinished oak
- 3 1/4″ wide x 3/4″ thick
Designer carpet with upgraded carpet pad at all bedrooms and basement
12×12 ceramic tile in laundry room
Direct vent gas fireplace with stone backsplash full height at family room
1 piece craftsman crown molding at living room, dining room, entry foyer, second floor hallway and master bedroom
7″ baseboard at main level
5″ baseboard at second floor and basement
Chair rail and shadow box trim at foyer, living, and dining room
Oak hardwood stairs with white risers
- 1″ square balusters
- White wood
2 tone interior paint
Dining room chandelier
- 5 light
- Brushed nickel or chrome
Front double story foyer chandelier
- 9 light
- brushed nickel or chrome
Finished basement with carpet flooring
Wet bar is NOT included in standard home features
- Rough-ins for wet bar ARE included
Sub-flooring is glued, nailed and screwed
Drywall is glued, screwed and nailed
Engineered exterior and interior foundation drainage system

Gourmet Kitchen Features

Designer 42” wood cabinets with soft close doors
Wood drawers with dovetail construction with soft close
Granite countertops
Stainless steel sink and faucet
Stainless steel appliances (GE or KitchenAid or Samsung) with Manufacturer’s Warranties included:
- 36″ Gas Cooktop
- 36″ Convertible Range Hood, 22.6 Cu. Ft.
- French Door Refrigerator
- 27″ Electric Even-Heat
- True Convection Wall Open with Built-In Microwave
- 24″ Top Control Dishwasher
Pendant light over kitchen island: (2) or (3) pendants per design
Choice of designer cabinet knobs

Bathroom Features

Designer wood vanities
- includes level 1 granite countertops
Shower surround with tile to the ceiling
- 12×12 ceramic tile floor
Soaking tub at master bathroom
Designer brushed nickel or chrome hardware
Elongated commodes

Electrical and Plumbing Features

400 AMP electrical service
Recessed lights in kitchen, family room, bedrooms, full bathrooms and hallways
Kitchen garbage disposal
Washer and dryer hookups
Structured wiring System per design
Ceiling fan pre-wire in family room and bedrooms
2 exterior garden hose bibs (front & rear)

Additional Energy Saving Features

Energy efficient dual zone heating and air conditioning
90% gas furnace zone 1, 14 seer heat pump zone 2
Energy efficient water heater or tankless water heater per design
2 or 3-car garage with insulated garage door with automatic opener

Quality Assurance Programs

Regular meetings with homeowner as necessary
1 year limited workmanship warranty and 5 year structural foundation warranty

Note: Builder reserves the right to make changes without notice.