4 Design Mistakes to Avoid When Building a New Home

January 23, 2024

4 Design Mistakes to Avoid When Building a New Home

Building a new home is an exciting endeavor that allows you to create a space that perfectly fits your needs and desires. However, without careful planning and consideration, it's easy to make design mistakes that can impact the functionality and aesthetics of your home. Here are some home-building mistakes to avoid:


  1. Insufficient Storage
    One of the most common design mistakes is not allocating enough storage space. During the designing stage, planning for ample storage throughout the home is essential. Consider including a utility cupboard to store oversized items such as vacuum cleaners and brooms, a linen cupboard for sheets and blankets, and a well-designed pantry to accommodate small appliances.
  2. Inadequate Furniture Accommodation
    When designing your home, don't forget to consider your furniture. Ensure that the ones you choose are proportionate to the room size. Doing so will prevent the furniture from obstructing the flow of the room’s space and make it easier for the household to maneuver around.
  3. Unsightly Views
    Carefully consider the layout of each space in your home and the positioning of furniture, appliances, and other furnishings to ensure there are no unsightly views. For instance, avoid placing toilets as the main feature when opening the bathroom door and ensure they are tucked away from full view. Besides that, consider positioning windows in a way that offers pleasant scenery while maintaining privacy.
  4. Incompatible Floor Plans
    While you might find a floor plan you love, it's crucial to consider how it fits with your building location. Factors like orientation, slope, and other land restrictions must be considered during construction to ensure suitability and safety. Because of this, it’s best to hire a homebuilder and have them customize an ideal floor plan that accommodates these factors.


Talk to a Trusted Homebuilder

Learning which home-building mistakes to avoid can help you plan for your next construction project. To ensure a smooth and successful home-building process, working with an experienced and reputable builder is essential. Contact our experts at Bay to Beach Builders Inc. if you’re looking for a Delaware home builder you can trust.

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