7 Things to Consider in Designing Your Perfect Home
Design changes everything. Here's how to get it right.
What Building 300+ Homes Taught Me About Design
I’m Kevin Casey, founder of New Avenue. In seventeen years, I’ve helped bring more than three hundred homes to life.
On a recent spec project, we invested $25,000 in extra design during construction — over 150 hours of architect and interior designer time — and the result was stunning. Every line and surface felt intentional.
That experience reinforced something important: when clients skip that level of design, the home suffers. It may be well built, but it lacks harmony and soul.
I can’t choose colors, materials, or lighting — and most people can’t. Great design isn’t about taste; it’s about training. It’s the micro details, the macro vision, and the invisible choices that make a space feel calm instead of chaotic. Even something as simple as tone can make or break a room.
We don’t recommend design time because it’s lucrative. It isn’t. We recommend it because it’s transformative. If you’re building a home, give your architect and designer the space — at least 100 hours — to do their best work.
That’s where the magic happens.
7 Details That Make All the Difference
Licenses and permits matter—but they’re only part of the story. The unlicensed elements often shape how your home truly feels, functions, and flows.
Thoughtful interior design – It’s more than pretty colors. Smart layouts, lighting, and storage create spaces that support your lifestyle and work seamlessly together.
High-quality finish materials – Durable floors, sustainable countertops, and well-chosen finishes define both the look and longevity of your home—and save money when planned early.
Personalized decorating choices – Decor should complement your architecture and materials. A professional designer helps turn your taste into a cohesive vision that looks effortless.
Welcoming landscaping – Plantings, paths, and entry features set the tone. Early coordination ensures irrigation, lighting, and grading support the look you want.
Peaceful gardens and hardscape – Patios, decks, and walkways should feel like natural extensions of the home. Planning now helps integrate drainage, access, and privacy.
Smart privacy solutions – Fences, hedges, trellises, and window treatments add comfort without blocking light or views. Addressing this early prevents awkward afterthoughts.
Flow and harmony – Thoughtful transitions, natural light, and clean sightlines transform daily living and tie everything together.
At New Avenue, we’ve built hundreds of homes and ADUs over 17 years. Our architects, designers, and builders work in sync to make every detail—from permits to paint—truly shine. And with our custom app, you can track progress, review designs, manage budgets, and communicate with your team in one secure place, keeping the whole journey clear and organized.
Ready to create a home you’ll love living in every day? Schedule your free call with our team to start planning.
Look at What Great Design, Quality Materials, and Smart Planning Can Do
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