Kaufman Homes has always aspired to go above and beyond any industry standards regarding warranties.
As a part of our commitment to excellence and our desire to always "do the right thing", Kaufman Homes has consistently fixed problems for our customers beyond our expressed (industry standard) 1 year limited warranty. Our long history of service and positive feedback from our many customers has given us the confidence in our workmanship, services, and what we build, to extend our present 1 year limited warranty to a 5 year limited warranty.
The Plan Design Process
Everyone enjoys talking about a new home or addition they’re planning, and most people have definite ideas about what they like. But, there’s much more to designing a living environment than simply arranging rooms. Kaufman Home’s utilizes the following steps in the pln design process whether it is a home remodel, custom home, commercial project, or possibly home repair jobs.
The Personalized Plan Design Process
Our first step to successful plan design begins with the ability to listen to you, the client.
Our design team at Kaufman Homes will visualize your stated expectations and space needs and with you begin formulating some ideas on paper.
We visit the site and a site analysis is prepared.
A written design program is developed and a budget range is discussed. Not only are there aesthetic issues - form, scale and balance - but also, structural design and code requirements which the building designer must consider.
Information Gathering and Brainstorming
This information gathering process occurs in the first phase, it is commonly referred to as the Schematic Design phase.
While reviewing materials you’ve collected and discussing your project ideas with our building designer, an overall “design scheme” can be formed.
You should expect this “brainstorming” process to occur 3-5 times before an acceptable preliminary design concept is completed.
Overall project goals, including budget and timeline targets, are considered during this phase.
Making wish lists and important budget decisions will lead to a smooth transition to the Design Development phase.
Expect us to translate your vision into a design that works in harmony with your lifestyle.
Pencil to Paper…
Decisions made during the Schematic Design, “brainstorming” phase, along with evaluating site conditions, code requirements, and client requirements and desires are used to begin the Design Development phase of the project.
During this phase, the building begins to take shape by forming major building elements such as ceiling heights, room sizes, roof design, and footprint layout in an attempt to create the “design intent” for the project.
The exciting process of putting “pencil to paper” helps the visual part of the design take form and initiates the product and amenity selections.
Refine and Finalize…
The final drawing phase is known as the Construction Document phase.
Construction Documents are commonly referred to as “blueprints”. Their purpose is to serve as a set of instructions to the builder and other trades people for use in the construction of your home. Various professionals including engineers, plumbing and mechanical providers, kitchen designers, decorators and others will provide input and technical advice to help in producing a well coordinated and detailed set of plans to construct the home as intended.
The Construction Document phase provides a perfect time to complete plans for lighting, landscaping, interior decorating, and other items so that a full set of information can be incorporated into the final drawings.
Selecting and organizing finish materials, colors, plumbing and lighting fixtures will be an essential element in providing a complete set of instructions for the builder to use.
Once the Construction plans progress to this point and are “permit ready”, the selections can be solidified and a detailed set of specifications can be developed for use in the estimation phase of the project where the construction budget is formulated and the construction of your new home can begin.
Ultimate Choices…
Choosing the designer and the builder for your project are the two most important decisions in establishing a building relationship that will be both satisfying and rewarding.
Quality is the merging of good design with appropriate products, materials and superior workmanship. The professional designer and professional decorator are both insurance against poor quality and poor performance. Excellent plans and clearly specified Decorator items insure two things; your dream is communicated clearly and everyone on the job knows the quality level expected.
Kaufman Homes’ Design/Build Decorator Team prides itself in providing all the above expertise and service necessary to help turn your dream into reality. Our reputation for building fine custom homes and remodels suited to individual tastes is exemplified by the wide range of homes we have completed and the many clients we have satisfied.We encourage you to consider Kaufman Homes as the designer/builder for your project. We offer an array of references and completed homes for your review. We hope to be your “ultimate choice” for the designing, building and decorating of your new home or remodel.
Testimonials
“…the best part were the relationships that transformed 'building a house' into 'warm feelings, friendships and great memories…”
— Ron and Linda Johnson
“We heard over and over from others that we had selected the best and it turned out to be true.”
— Dana and Sue R.
“We believe that Kaufman Homes' expertise in home construction and remodeling is unequaled in the Salem area.”
