Selection List:

The selection process and the construction of a custom built home becomes easier when you have a better idea of items that you want to include in your new home. You will find that all families have different housing requirements and the following list of options should help you in the designing of your new custom-built home in the greater Chicago area.

  • Lot / Land
  • Size of lot or land
  • Land features - walk-out, level, trees, water, etc.
  • Driveway - gravel, concrete or asphalt
  • Architectural style - ranch, two-story, bi-level, cape cod, etc
  • Floor plan type, - open style, different levels, etc.
  • Siding material - vinyl, brick, stone, wood, composite, etc.
  • Square footage required for your family
  • Garage size and number of doors - 9', 10', 16', 18', etc.
  • Basement concrete wall - 8', 9', etc.
  • Special storage requirements
  • Exterior doors - steel, wood, fiberglass, etc.
  • Interior door style - hollow-core, solid-core, 6 panel, flush, etc.
  • Window style - metal clad, wood, vinyl, low-E, insulated, etc.
  • Entry foyer size and location
  • Open staircase or railing
  • Living room location, size &ceiling height
  • Great room location, size,& ceiling height
  • Ceiling type, vaulted, 8', 9', 10', etc.
  • Fireplace - wood, gas, etc.
  • Dining room location, size & ceiling height
  • Kitchen location, size & ceiling height
  • Dinette eating area in kitchen
  • Kitchen bar island, peninsula, seating, etc.
  • Cabinet style, material, color, configuration, hutch, desk, etc.
  • Pantry location, style, walk-in, etc.
  • Laundry location - main floor, 2nd floor, etc.
  • Special great room, kitchen, bedroom or bathroom lighting
  • Bathroom number, size, location, shared or separate
  • Patio type and size
  • Decks - wood, composite, etc
  • Electrical outlets, TV location and cable outlets.
  • Security system
  • Special electrical outlet requirements - power, amps, etc.
  • Library,den, office requirements and location
  • Wet bar location
  • Master bedroom size, location ceiling height, vaulted, tray ceiling, etc.
  • Master bathroom size, shower, whirlpool, soaking, raised, etc
  • Master bathroom separate toilet area
  • Master bathroom single or double sink
  • Vanity counter top material
  • Master bathroom shower controls & heads - 1, 2, etc.
  • Master bedroom closet size, dressing area, etc.
  • Sitting area or fireplace in master bedroom
  • Exercise room or nursery
  • Porch, patios, decks, sun room, size, location, etc.
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