Designing and building a home can be stressful and expensive, but knowing what to consider ahead of time will save you stress, time, and money. Beginning with the questions to ask before you purchase land all the way through your final punch list, this guide addresses the entire process. Features include detailed checklists for every room, common mistakes to avoid, design details that pay big dividends, and "lifestyle questions" that reveal what you really need and want from your new home. Remodelers and renovators will also find value in these tips and suggestions. Also provided: terms, symbols, abbreviations, measures, and dimensions that are often unfamiliar to the layperson.--From publisher description.
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