Why Choose the Design-Build Process?

By: Dylan Jackson, Nick Elliott, & Jake Walsh

Custom home building favors the Design-Build delivery method because each facet of a project is unique. There is no prescription or template to complete a custom home build. A successful project must rely on the collaborative experiences of both the designer and the builder. 

The design-build process begins when a client engages a design-build firm, such as JT Builders, to develop their project. The design-build professional will manage the design phase of the project in much the same way that it will manage the construction phase - controlling cost and schedule - by partnering with the most capable design professionals and maintaining the progress of the design development. The design-build process melds the client, design professionals, and builders into a cohesive team that collaborates throughout the duration of the project to meet the intentions, specifications, and vision of the client.

A large part of the design-build process is setting realistic expectations for timelines, costs, and what the finished product will be. We at JT Builders prefer the design-build delivery method over the design-bid-build delivery method because we can provide upfront knowledge of constructability and provide insight of current market pricing associated with each design decision. This enables the design professionals to create a more feasible design program for the client and avoid design elements that do not add value or unnecessary costs. 

The design-build process favors sustainable building applications. A conscious design-build team will incorporate the best building practices that conserve energy usage, and can save the homeowner money year-round. According to the EPA, homes that are properly insulated and sealed air-tight save an average of 15% on heating and cooling during the house’s lifetime.  

When it comes to the budget piece of the design-build, JT Builders will prioritize the client’s best interest. We will offer ideas to the client where they may be able to save money. We use hands-on experience to point out what is and what is not necessary during a project. Thus helping to keep within the client’s budget.

Customization is key in the design-build process because it does not put a limit on what is possible. Because JT Builders has decades of construction experience, we can make your dreams come true. Our design-build program, while collaborating with the area’s top architects, engineers, and consultants, is first-class. We believe in maximizing value for our clients and creating the custom home of your dreams. Contact us today for a free site consultation.