5 Reasons Why You Need a Designer When Building a Custom Home

You’ve decided to build a home that’s everything you’ve always wanted. You’ve been dreaming for years on colour schemes, finishing details, light fixtures and more. Perhaps, you only have a rough idea in mind. Or, maybe you know exactly what you want and you’re wondering if you need a designer to build your custom home.

The answer is YES. You absolutely need a designer when building a custom home. We recently polled our past clients and unsurprisingly, 100% said they would recommend using a designer when building a custom home.

Regardless of how clear your vision is, using a designer shouldn’t be a consideration – it should be a necessity.

Here are five reasons why:

1. Vision

Using a designer when building a custom home will ensure your vision translates into a cohesive design plan that is perfect for you. A home is much more than walls filled with eye-catching colour palates and finishings. It is a complete plan working synergistically – from the foundation to the roof. A designer has expert knowledge of design principles, space planning, materials and colour schemes. They will use their expertise to create something that is both beautiful and functional.

2. Resources

Using a designer when building your home will give you access to more resources than you would have on your own. Just a few of these resources include:

• Designers are able to source materials from a vast network of suppliers and vendors.
• They have access to design software tools to help conceptualize ideas.
• Designers can offer valuable insights and recommendations when it comes to the latest trends.
• They have established relationships with trades and suppliers within the industry.

3. Less Stress

Building a home can come with it’s share of fears. There is a lot to consider, from budgets and finances to endless material selections. The last thing you want during the process, is additional stress. Why stress, when you can leave it to the pros? Using the services of a designer will bring ease to the process. Not only will they assist you in making the best decisions, they will help keep you on time and within your budget.

4. Coordination/Project Management

Enlisting the services of a designer will help ensure your project runs smoothly. Design services include more than just floorplans and aesthetics. Using a designer means you have someone to coordinate and manage your project from conception to completion. This lowers the risk of missing any details. From creating floor plans and managing selections to obtaining quotes and processing change orders – as designer oversees every aspect of the process.

5. Save money

Home construction is a complex, expensive process. Why take any chances when it comes to one of the biggest investments of your life? You need a designer to help ensure there are no costly mistakes. A designer will help you save money by selecting the right materials. Using their expertise, a designer can help find cost-effective materials without sacrificing quality. Additionally, using a designer is a value add to your home. They can enhance the resale value of your home by designing a home that is perfect for you, but also appealing to others. A professionally designed home is a great selling point!

At Lexis, we have two in-house registered interior designers ready to offer the personalized service you need to make your dream home a reality!

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