Absolutely! Metro Vancouver Design Build has been a registered building company with the BC housing  and is Licensed Residential Builders must have 2-5-10 Year Home Warranty Insurance. We would wholeheartedly suggest, keeping your benefit in mind, you make sure you work only with people offering BC housing  . Otherwise, you could be subject to some serious risk that you would not want to be involved with. You can learn more about BC housing from their website.

This is an important question that can help you decide who you want to work with. There are many aspects that set us apart from other builders, including:

A) Experience

Experience is essential in the building industry. With years of expertise behind us, we confidently guarantee that we will provide you with the best services. When evaluating custom home builders, it’s crucial to focus on the quality and uniqueness of their projects, rather than just the number of buildings completed. This will help you determine whether a builder can effectively manage your custom home project.

B) Trust

We understand that investing a significant amount of money in a project and trusting someone else to handle it can be daunting. At Metro Vancouver Design Build, we recognize your concerns and anxiety. Our philosophy is that your success is our success; if you are not satisfied with our work, it is our responsibility to ensure your satisfaction. Our professionals prioritize clear communication to avoid misunderstandings, ensuring that we fully understand your vision for your home and deliver exactly what you want.

C) Reputation

Maintaining a strong reputation is crucial for us. To achieve this, one of our top priorities is providing high-quality materials and services. We believe that quality should always take precedence over offering cheaper, lower-quality options that could harm our reputation. Whether it involves selecting materials or bringing in professionals, we ensure that everything we provide is of the highest standard, prioritizing your satisfaction with the quality of our work.

Metro Vancouver Design Build provides detailed budgeting and clear cost breakdowns for building custom homes, helping clients understand and manage the financial aspects of their projects.

Knowing your budget is essential. Prices for new custom homes can range from
$180 – $350+ per square foot. Without knowing how much you can spend, deciding how large of a home you can build and where, or
what design features can be included is nearly impossible.

Things to be included in your budget :

The cost of the land

local fees and Taxes

Design and engineering fees

Home construction

Landscaping costs

Interior decorating and furnishing

+ A contingency budget

The size of the lot
The proximity of neighbours.
Slope/ Flatness of the land
Direction of the plot face( where will the sun be?)
Nature surrounding ( Forest, water, etc.)
Tree ( Tall, old tree can not be planted)
The style of your neighbourhood house
Access to resources ( Will you need a septic tank? New power, phone or cable hook-up)
Having a view versus privacy
Material must be built with
School district for your children.

• Separate the needs, wants, dreams, and things you don't want.
• Note which rooms are most important to you. In other words, what would you prioritize if it came down to it?
• Rank the features in order of importance to help with later decisions on custom home prices, which can vary greatly.
• Play the "what if" game. Prepare for the possibility that some things may not go your way. Ask yourself: "What if XYZ happens?" What is your next step?
• Choice /option?
• Collect images of your preferences (and non-preferences) from sites like Pinterest and Houzz.
• Clippings from magazines such as Home & Gardens and Architectural Digest
• Do you have any specific issues with your current home that are not meeting your needs?

First, determine any height and square footage restrictions on the lot. Consider the number of stories and if a basement is desired. Lastly, plan the size of rooms to influence the overall layout of the home.

To get started, consider the following:

• How many bedrooms and bathrooms do you require?
• Which of the following spaces do you need or want?
• Formal and/or informal living space
• Home Office
• Mudroom
• Eat- in kitchen
• Formal dining room
• Children's playroom
• Media room
• Laundry room
• Gym room
• Garage( How many cars?)
• Basement or attic
• In-law suite
• Workshop

When designing your custom home, consider your hobbies and interests.

For example:

• if you enjoy biking, plan for bike storage.
• If you're a musician, consider a soundproof studio space.
• If you're an artist, create a custom studio, or for woodworkers, design the perfect workshop.

Your home can be tailored to accommodate your passions, whether you're a surfer, skier, or artist.

Decide on the rooms you want, the space you have, and how you want everything arranged. Consider the impact on traffic flow, privacy, and interaction. Browse floor plans for ideas to help you decide what you like and don't like.

Questions to ask yourself:

• Do you want an open space? Or separate space?
• Do you want separate formal and informal areas of your home( public and private)?
• What do you need on the first floor? what do you want on the higher floor?
• How many entrances do you want?
• Are there any rooms in which you wish to have a doorway to the outside?
• Which room/ space do you want to be near each other?
• Any studio be in a quiet corner?
• If you're creating an in-law suite, do you want it to be separate or integrated with the rest of the home?

Many rooms in a house have optional features that you need to decide whether or not you want during the design process. These aspects can affect the layout of your home. To get started, go through the following to determine what you do or do not want in different rooms of your custom home.

Here are some important considerations to keep in mind when planning your kitchen layout:

• How much preparation counter space do you require?
• Do you prefer an eat-in kitchen, or do you want a separate dining area?
• Do you need a social space for watching TV or hanging out?
• Is a designated space for work/homework necessary?
• Would you prefer an island or a peninsula for food preparation or serving as a buffet?
• Would you like a separate or walk-in pantry?
• Do you need a prep and main sink, or just one of these?
• Would you like to have a wet bar in your kitchen?
• Are you interested in a gas or electric stove/oven? This decision will impact the type of hookups you'll need.

Bedrooms:

• Do you have numerous closets, such as walk-in closets?
• Is the bathroom connected, and is it shared or private?

Bathroom:

• Shower, tub, or combination?
• One or two sinks?
• Separate or connected vanities?
• Linen closet?
• Jack & Jill's bathroom?

Laundry room:

• Should it be its own separate dedicated space, or combined with another room, such as a bathroom or mudroom?
• Space for additional features? (folding counters, sinks, and drying racks).

Outdoor Spaces:

• Patio?
• Deck?
• Screened in porch?
• Convertible indoor/outdoor space?
• Balconies?
• Courtyard?

Consider the architectural style early in the process. You may want to hire an architect who specializes in that specific style. Do you have a particular theme or architectural style in mind? If so, what elements of that style do you like? Also, consider if the styles fit your climate, location, and neighbourhood.

Thinking about the general architectural style for your custom home:

• What type of accents would you like in the home?
• Do you have any specific materials you would like to include?
• What colour palette would you like to use?
• Please consider details for the kitchen, such as cabinets, flooring, appliances, countertops, and finishings.

Here are the questions you should consider when planning your home design. Please take note of the following details:

• Ceilings: Are you interested in taller ceilings? Would you prefer them throughout the entire space or only in certain areas?
• Hallways: What width are you aiming for? Would you like to have as few hallways as possible or prefer many?
• Stairways: Do you envision a single flight of stairs or more? Would you like a private staircase at the back of the house?
• Windows: What type of windows are you looking for? Do you prefer numerous or just a few? Are you interested in skylights, bay windows, or wide windowsills?
• Wall space: Would you like ample open wall space, possibly for displaying art?
• Lighting (indoor and outdoor): Are you considering recessed lights, sconces, or chandeliers? You can browse lighting options at Home Depot for inspiration.
• Roof: Are you leaning towards a flat, pitched, asymmetric, multiple gable, or curved roof? You can explore various styles on websites such as The Roofing Calculator.
• Exterior: What kind of siding do you prefer? Better Homes & Gardens offers different options.
• Do you require accessibility for limited mobility?
• Safety considerations: Do you reside in an area prone to earthquakes, tornadoes, or hurricanes? If so, you'll need to consult with your builder to incorporate these considerations into the design and materials.

Please consider the following information. Special Features: Are there any specific additional features you would like in your custom home? For example:

• Fireplaces (Would you prefer gas or wood? How many do you want, and in which rooms?)
• Media room
• Central sound system
• Heated floors
• Central vacuum system
• Pool and/or jacuzzi (Would you like them indoors or outdoors?)