Last time Elizabeth DiSalvo, Trillium Architects founder, discussed the costs of constructing your new house—all of the materials and labor that need to come together to actually build a sustainable home. It involves an intricate process which encompasses a design that reflects the clients’ vision, an understanding of how to optimally place the structure on a given site and a contractor who understands the challenges of the concept and puts together an efficient plan to get it done.
This week, in Part Four as Elizabeth breaks down the additional fees and costs you can anticipate in achieving your green dream home.
In terms of the actual property, Elizabeth debates the pros and cons of building on bare land versus building on an existing lot with a structure already in place. Elizabeth also describes fees related to designers, engineers and subcontractors that may be encountered. She covers the responsibilities, contributions, fees of the architects, structural and civil engineers, surveyors, and subcontractors, as well as whether or not each specialty may be needed.
While building your green dream home can come with challenges, Elizabeth makes it clear what’s in store for you and how an experienced green architect can be your advocate and guide throughout the process,
