When you start planning a construction or renovation project, one of the biggest questions is always cost. Why does your contractor need your materials and finishes list before they can give you an accurate price? The short answer is that it’s the only way to ensure your bid will be valid and fall within 90…
Amy Dutton Unfold is a response to providing quality house plans and high-end interior design services to customers without having them fully custom. Typically, with Amy Dutton Home, our clients pay between $40,000 – $60,000 for custom house plans, so we’re trying to make this a much more approachable process and purchase. WHY BECOME A…
When people reach out to our custom home design company, Amy Dutton Home, one of the first questions that we ask is what their construction budget is. While Amy’s fees are only loosely related to the cost of construction, she asks the question to make sure that the scope of the project and size of…
Building a home should feel exciting—not overwhelming. At Amy Dutton Unfold, our mission is to simplify the design and construction process so you can move forward with confidence, clarity, and a clear plan. Every decision, from the first layout sketch to the final trim detail, is organized in one place and presented in a way…
When building a new home, it’s easy to focus on the house itself and let landscaping become an afterthought. But landscaping is more than just decoration — it’s an essential part of your home’s functionality, beauty, and value. That’s why at Amy Dutton Unfold and Amy Dutton Home, we encourage homeowners to include a landscaping…
Where do we start when building a new construction home? We realize that this can be a daunting question so let’s jump right in. While we have an order for the first three items, they can also be blurry and overlap so try not to think too linearly. LAND: There are a few things to mention…
How about some barn door basics? Barn Doors are indeed popular within the home design industry. But there are reasons behind that besides the fact that they are very cool. POCKET DOOR VS. BARN DOOR: Pocket doors are much more expensive and complex because the builder has to install a door kit inside the wall….
You must first hire a contractor when doing a new home project, buying home design plans, or changing materials for a renovation. DIY is great for small projects like painting, but for much more than that, you will need a licensed professional to hire, trust and do the work for you. This relationship is crucial…
If you’re preparing for a renovation and need new cabinetry, it’s worth taking time to understand how cabinets are built, priced, and installed. Cabinetry has many moving parts—literally—and knowing the differences between box-store cabinets, cabinet shops, and semi-custom options can help you make the right decision for your space, budget, and long-term needs. Start with…
How do you best communicate with your builder to make your relationship productive over the course of your home project? Below are a few tips to keep everyone on the same path moving forward. They are, in my experience, necessary to the completion of a great project. One of the primary purposes of creating Amy…