Guide · Planning and Hiring
A Planning Checklist for Your Building Project
Before you call a builder, a bit of homework makes the first conversation far more useful.
Call us today615-431-3789Before you call a builder, a bit of homework makes the first conversation far more useful.
Goals and Must-Haves
Write down what you want the project to do for your household. Split the list into must-haves, nice-to-haves and not interested.
This list guides every later decision.
Photos, Plans and the Site
Collect photos of homes and rooms you love. Gather any existing plans, surveys and photos of the lot or the house.
These help a builder understand your taste and your site quickly.
Timing and Next Steps
Think about when you would like to start and any dates that matter, such as a move or an event.
Then request a quote, and we will schedule a time to walk the site and talk it through.
In This Guide
Styles Mentioned
Narrow and Infill LotsCozy and Character Homes
Craftsman Homes
Low gables, tapered porch columns and honest materials: the handcrafted look that Nashville neighborhoods love.
Subdivisions and HOAsModern and Open Homes
Modern Farmhouse Homes
White board-and-batten, black windows and an open plan: the modern farmhouse is the most-asked-for look in new neighborhoods.
Large and Wooded LotsModern and Open Homes
Contemporary Homes
Mixed materials, bold rooflines and big windows give contemporary homes a custom, architectural look.
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