THE NEW NORMAL 

LOCATION: Scottsdale

YEAR BUILT: 2013

BUILDER: Cullum Homes

ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN: Strong Kennedy Architects

DESIGN AESTHETIC: Soft Southwest Contemporary

MOST REWARDING ASPECT OF THE PROJECT: “Creating the blueprint for a luxury home design that delivers the ‘new normal’ of a smaller footprint, impeccable design and craftsmanship, lower maintenance, highly desirable location and a lock- and-leave lifestyle that appeals to homeowners wishing to ‘right-size’ their residence.”

WORDS OF ADVICE FOR BUILDING A CUSTOM HOME: “Spend time figuring out what the most important aspects of your future home are. Where will it be located? What are the most important features of that location? What are your current and future space needs? Who will be living in the home or visiting the home, like children, grandchildren, aging parents, long-term caregivers? Is there need for a home office or adaptable housing features that allow for wheelchair access, for example? Excellent design allows flexibility for needs that can change over time. Be sure to consider all potential costs when developing your project budget, including land, site work, building permits and fees, construction costs, interior finishes, furniture and window coverings. Expect the building process to be like life in general: there are always challenges of some kind along the way. Choose an experienced builder with a proven track record over a long period of time, and one who has the systems and staff in place to handle a complex project.” 

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