The new home construction process allows property owners nearly unlimited freedoms when designing their living space. While exciting, this can also make the initial planning phases a bit overwhelming. Even the most fundamental decisions, such as which direction the house will face, are in the homeowner’s hands. If you’re hoping to settle on the ideal floor plan for your property, use the following guide for a solid start.

3 Design Factors When Building Your New Home

1. Full Home Orientation

Outside of the budget, one of the primary elements that could inform your new home construction plans is the plot of land you’re building on. For example, if it features mountain or lake views, you may want to orient the property so that the master bedroom overlooks their natural beauty or the backyard leads out onto them. On the other hand, you might want to position the picture windows away from a nearby factory or a neighbor’s home. To enhance the atmosphere indoors, consider south-facing windows for optimal natural light. Or position the kitchen on the edge of the house, with windows peering into the yard, so you can watch your children or pets play while preparing dinner. 

2. Indoor Living Space

The most important part of your floor plan is the indoor space, where you’ll spend the majority of your time. Start by thinking about what aspects your last home lacked—whether you always wanted a larger kitchen or an open-plan living and dining area. Perhaps you envision a bay window breakfast area or a living room with high ceilings and a fireplace. If you or any of your frequent visitors have mobility issues, you may want to opt for a single-story home. If you plan to have children in the future, make sure to allow for extra bedrooms. In the meantime, they could be repurposed as studies or home gyms.

3. Outdoor Spaces

Do you plan on entertaining friends and throwing family get-togethers once your new home is built? If so, you’ll definitely want to capitalize on any available outdoor space. From the spring well into the fall, you enjoy barbecues in the backyard, s’mores on the deck, or a dip in your own private pool or hot tub. If you enjoy gardening, you’ll want to leave enough space around the pool, patio, or deck to plant trees, flowers, and edible gardens. Families with pets will also need enough room for their dogs to exercise and do their business. For days when the weather is temperate, think about how you’ll allow the indoor and outdoor spaces to flow into one another—whether through a sunroom or sliding glass doors. 

If all these ideas have you eager to get started, reach out to Kim Angel Construction Co. Inc. of High Point, NC, today. The company has 30 years of experience working in residential, commercial, and industrial properties, whether you’re looking for a room remodel or an entire new home construction. Since their team is accredited by the National Home Builders Association®, you can trust them to deliver quality results. For more information on their services, visit the website or call (336) 382-1522 and ask for a free estimate.