Modern Home Builders Issue 132 | Page 55

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Having flexible spaces is a creative way to maximize a small area or manage a multi-use space without extending its physical footprint
“ There are a lot of design decisions to be made throughout the homebuilding process , and customers can often be overwhelmed with the amount of choice . To overcome what I call design fatigue , we work closely with designers to chunk decisions into time periods and allow them to review all their selections in one place . This approach reduces what can be quite stressful questions , like when I ’ m pushing for a decision on finishing touches like the desired color of hinges !
“ The crucial part of being a homebuilder where every home is completely different is to be open to new techniques and products , as well as learn from previous projects ,” Leslie reflects . “ We never build the same house twice , so there are always new considerations , new materials , and new customer demands to fulfil . The construction industry is constantly evolving , and the addition of new processes broadens our ability to problem solve and create innovative designs .”
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Almost every company has been hit with the damaging consequences of the global Covid-19 pandemic , and while Arlene Dean Homes is no exception , the company was able to shift priorities to cater to increased renovation demand . “ It ’ s very desirable to live inside the perimeter in Atlanta , and we ’ ve seen increased demand over the last ten years ,” Leslie explains . “ People ’ s
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