Modular home manufacturers offer a standard line of floor plans to their modular retailers. In order to customize a modular home, you will need to find a modular home retailer that will work with you to make the desired changes to the standard manufacturers floor plan. Unfortunately due to lack of resources or knowledge, not all modular retailers can offer customization to their manufacturer’s house plans.
Finding a modular retailer who is also a licensed builder is key to building your dream home. These types of retailers can can provide you with all the options you want to make your home uniquely yours in every way. Home modifications can range from major floor-plan changes to simple home amenity upgrades. Modular homeowners now have the ability to customize the design and appearance of a modular home like any traditional home. Here are a few examples of major floor-plan modifications that you can choose from to turn a standard floor plan into your dream home.
Full or partial basement
Covered porch
Multi-level story home
Extra bedrooms
Speciality rooms
Decks
Kitchen layout
Fireplace
Handicap Access
Attached Garage
It is not necessary to make a major modification to your floor plan to make your home unique. There are many modular home amenities upgrades that can turn your standard home plan into your dream home. Here is a sample list of customized interior selections.
Exterior stone or brick
Built-in entertainment centers
Granite countertops
Customized cabinets
Ceramic/hardwood floors
Planned lighting and electrical
Appliance upgrades
Door upgrades
Windows/skylights
Bathroom selections
As you can see from both the floor plan modification and home amenities upgrade lists, there are many options available to make your modular home original. Adding your personality to your home can include a small change like upgrading a front door or a change in lighting to something major such as adding a second floor or a basement to your home design.
One way to add elegance and distinguish charm to your home is to make an exterior change like adding stone work. For added comfort and value to your home, you can install ceramic tile or hardwood floors. And just like a traditional home, countertops can be upgraded to granite or tile for a more luxurious finish. An available option to increase savings on heating and cooling bills and to increase the energy efficiency of your home, is to add increased insulation and install energy star rated windows.
Each change you make to your design plans adds your signature to your finished home. The modifications available to modular homes are endless and a way to make your dream home possible.
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