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amother
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 Sun, Jun 07 2020, 2:54 pm
Don't get caught up in the "as long as we're at it" syndrome. Of all the people I know who put in a Jacuzzi in the master bathroom, only one actually uses it. Consider your cooking habits when deciding if you need a six-burner range. Most people don't. Etc.
It's worth splurging on things that will save money in the long run, like energy efficient windows, good insulation, etc I like solid doors, both for the feel and the noise reduction. You may not care. Don't spend on super expensive tiles unless they are a small detail. Same for hardwoods and carpet. Generally, once you get past the middle of the price range, quality stops going up in any meaningful way.
But you know yourself best. If having that exotic granite counter top is going to make you smile every time you walk into the kitchen, and you can afford it, go ahead and splash out. Just make sure you've left enough for furniture and home maintenance.
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amother
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Sun, Jun 07 2020, 3:04 pm
Design the house in a simple rectangle shape. Any bump-outs or irregular shapes will cost significantly more for the build and the roofing.
Economies of scale: Try to stick to fewer (and standard) window sizes, door styles, lighting styles, single appliance brand. You can then look for the cheapest price and even negotiate a lower price for buying in bulk.
Consider using a single type of flooring for most/all of the house. Take a look at the newer linoleums (like Marmoleum Striata), they're not the linoleum of years back. Linoleum is softer, so less injuries if you fall, durable, good for the environment, and repairable.
Don't just think about initial build cost - try to make the house airtight (within reason) so that you can save on utility bills (75% or more) going forward.
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Mon, Jun 08 2020, 4:41 pm
| amother [ Maroon ] wrote: | | Dont be cheap on the plumbing, spend the money, it's worth it! It may be expensive now bit it'll save u in the long run! |
This! And electrical work too! My lighting is fantastic. I have some areas where I had to do 8 foot ceilings and nobody would guess. My lighting came out fantastic.
Abt the jacuzzi, you have to know your type. My dh has used the jacuzzi more times than I can possibly count.
I would hire an interior designer, not to design the house for decor, but they help you with the plumbing and electrical work too. I didn't cuz I wanted to save $ but I regret it deeply.
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