Design with Clarity. Build with Confidence. Live with Purpose.
Design, Build, Live is a practical, experience-driven guide for anyone embarking on the custom homebuilding journey-especially in the luxury market. Backed by over 40 years of real-world construction and development expertise, this book delivers essential insights to help you make informed decisions at every step.
Whether you're building your first custom home, a retirement retreat, or an investment property, this handbook provides proven strategies to:
Choose the right builder and contract structure Navigate planning, budgeting, and design decisions Avoid common (and costly) mistakes Maximize quality, value, and long-term livability
Packed with actionable tips, professional insights, and client-tested solutions, this is the blueprint to bring your vision to life-without losing time, money, or your mind.
Who Should Read This Book:
First-time custom home builders Luxury homeowners seeking greater value Design and construction professionals Real estate investors in high-end development Anyone overwhelmed by choices or confused by the process
If you're ready to turn your dream home into a reality-with clarity, control, and confidence-this book is your trusted companion.
By:
Jw Sage Imprint: American Real Publishing Dimensions:
Height: 229mm,
Width: 152mm,
Spine: 11mm
Weight: 340g ISBN:9781969063183 ISBN 10: 1969063181 Pages: 126 Publication Date:06 January 2026 Audience:
General/trade
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ELT Advanced
Format:Hardback Publisher's Status: Active