| During my work over the last six years in the retail | | | | Children, pets and social interaction will direct you to |
| flooring and design Industry I have learnt a great | | | | research features including stain resistance, durability |
| deal. Whether you are renovating or considering a | | | | and products that match your activities. |
| New Home Construction. There are seven things that | | | | 5. Future Plans |
| you need to consider before you begin. | | | | Are you building a dream home that you will live in |
| 1. Your personal style | | | | the rest of your life or a temporary home that you |
| What are your tastes. Do you prefer clean lines, | | | | will sell in a couple of years. Your commitment needs |
| bright colors, soft fabrics, rustic stones, wood, | | | | to match your selections and will determine your |
| flowers? Consider not only what you would enjoy for | | | | budget. |
| years to come, but what will fit in the neighbourhood. | | | | 6. Location |
| 2. Budget | | | | Your design choices need to not only compliment |
| It is important to determine your budget before | | | | other homes in the selected area, but must also |
| starting the building process. A budget can be easily | | | | meet the market standards. |
| disregarded and you will not enjoy your home | | | | 7. Contractor Details |
| longterm if incoming bills create resentment. | | | | It is important to determine who will be completing all |
| 3. Size and Model of Home | | | | contracts for your home. Sub-contractors, custom |
| Make sure that you know the size of the home | | | | home builders or your own skills are a few options. |
| matches the property selected. This will avoid any | | | | The important thing about designing any home begins |
| costly future revisions and construction delays. | | | | with the planning. Think about what you want and |
| 4. Lifestyle | | | | talk with a Design Consultant who will assist in your |
| Your lifestyle will determine your design choices. | | | | project planning. |