Question 1

How do I get started? What do I need to have in place to build my new home?

Accepted Answer

If you’re asking this question, you are in the Feasibility Phase. If you don’t have property yet, you need to find one that is feasible for your project and your budget. If you do have property, or have lost your home in a wildfire, your first step is to roughly determine what you can build for what you can afford. We invite you to use our Cost Estimator tool to give you a general idea of the size, scope and cost of what you want. It’s easy to use and play with; you can try out as many different variations as you want. You can also enter your email address to send yourself a copy of the result. If you would like help selecting a property, PHNX Architectural Services is available to help you determine the feasibility of any property you’re considering for your project. This is highly recommended, as there can be costly hidden issues that could render your project unfeasible, especially on undeveloped properties. If you have lost your home in a wildfire, feasibility issues are a little different. PHNX can help you work with your insurance company to determine a path forward that will minimize additional investment on your part. Every policy is different; we’ll help you create the right design for your budget.

Question 2

How much does it cost to start, and how long will it take? When does construction start?

Accepted Answer

An approximate $6,000 fee is all it takes to get started, with no commitment. PHNX will work with you to create a unique, site-built custom home. That process takes about a month, and upon completion you will have a full Schematic Design set of your concept (plans, elevations, sections and 3-D modeling), Tentative Design and Construction Schedules, and the PHNX 10% Concept Budget. Only if you decide to move forward will you then commit to the full design contract (Typically about $35,000, including the initial $6,000 deposit - but design fees are included in your PHNX 10% Concept Budget) It takes about two months to produce a set of construction documents, and about three months to process through a jurisdiction’s plan review/approval system (although this varies greatly, depending on jurisdiction. PHNX has very little control over this phase of the process, but we do our best to plan for a reasonable length of time and stick to it). Construction of a PHNX Home takes about eight months - much less time than a traditional home, in wood, steel or even ICF. PHNX has analyzed the entire design/build process, finding many opportunities to streamline materials and methods, resulting in a more efficient process from start to finish.

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