One of our specialities at Arlington Designer Homes is building unique and highly personalized custom homes. We never build the same house twice. We enjoy the challenges and unique chances that emerge with each job. Arlington Designer Homes believes in building different types of houses for different types of people, and we will work with you to create your dream home. We can build on your lot or on ours.
Building a custom home offers several advantages that might appeal to different people based on their preferences and needs:
- Personalization: You have complete control over the design, layout, and features of your home. This allows you to tailor every aspect to fit your lifestyle, aesthetic preferences, and functional requirements.
- Quality Control: With a custom home, you can select the materials and construction methods used. This often results in a higher-quality build compared to mass-produced homes.
- Energy Efficiency: Custom homes can be designed with energy-efficient features from the ground up, potentially saving you money on utility bills in the long run and reducing your environmental footprint.
- Location Choice: You have the flexibility to choose the exact location where you want to build your home, whether it’s in a specific neighborhood, on a piece of land with a view, or close to amenities important to you.
- Future Planning: Building a custom home allows you to plan for the future. You can incorporate features that accommodate your future needs, such as aging-in-place considerations or space for a growing family.
- Financial Control: While initial costs can be higher than purchasing an existing home, building custom allows you to prioritize your budget. You can choose where to invest more or less based on your priorities and finances.
- Personal Satisfaction: The process of designing and building a custom home can be incredibly rewarding. It allows you to express your creativity and vision, resulting in a sense of pride and satisfaction in the finished product.
- Lower Maintenance: Since everything in a custom home is brand new and typically chosen for durability and efficiency, ongoing maintenance costs can be lower compared to older homes.
- Resale Value: A well-designed and well-built custom home can potentially have higher resale value than a standard home, as it may appeal to buyers looking for something unique and of high quality.
- Emotional Investment: Building a custom home is often a significant life milestone. It represents a commitment to your personal preferences and lifestyle choices, making it a meaningful investment in your future.
These reasons highlight why many people choose to build a custom home. Over the past three decades, Arlington Designer Homes has built nearly 70 new custom homes throughout Northern Virginia. These houses have spanned the range from affordable housing to custom multi-million dollar homes. We have worked on small and large lots, and we specialize in difficult in-fill lots here in Northern Virginia. Get in touch to learn about our process for building a custom home, and let’s start planning yours!
