Design Your Custom Home or Major Renovation with Confidence Before Construction Begins
Our design phase gives you architectural plans, design clarity, and construction budget guidance before your home moves into the building phase.
70+
Years of
Experience
Serving
South Central Indiana
100+
Custom Homes & Renovations
Designed & Built
Collaborative
Design-Build Process
70+
Years of
Experience
Serving
South Central Indiana
100+
Custom Homes & Renovations
Designed & Built
Collaborative
Design-Build Process
Many custom home projects run into challenges because construction begins before the design is fully developed. Without a complete design plan, homeowners often encounter:
A structured design phase helps avoid problems by creating a clear roadmap before the building process begins.
*No obligation. We'll simply discuss your project goals and whether the design phase is the right starting point.
Design Phase Process:
Vision + Lifestyle Discovery
We begin by learning about how you live, what you want in your home, and the inspiration behind your project.
Feasibility Study
We evaluate your site constraints, zoning requirements, and budget parameters to confirm what's achievable before design work begins.
Concept Floor Plans
Our team develops initial layouts and architectural sketches that shape the vision of your home.
Construction Planning
Renderings and visual models allow you to see your home before construction begins.
3D Modeling and Elevations
Preliminary budgeting and planning prepare you for the construction phase.
Optional Interior & Landscape Design
Investment in the Design Phase:
Design contracts are typically priced at 10% of overall project construction costs, depending on the size and complexity of the home and project.
This process allows you to fully design your home and understand construction costs before committing to the build phase. The design phase ensures that plans, selections, and construction budgets are thoughtfully developed before the building phase begins. During the design phase, our team develops:
Context for the Full Project
Most Loren Wood Builders custom homes range from:
$1,500,000 - $10,000,000+
*No obligation. We'll simply discuss your project goals and whether the design phase is the right starting point.
