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Originally Posted by Scrambler
I have asked builders to include (in no particular order):
- Knockdown ceilings
- Vinyl Plank flooring on main
- Granite kitchen counters and island (pretty much standard now for kitchens)
- Granite counters in the ensuite and 'kids bathrooms' upstairs
- Upgraded ensuite with double vanity, tiled shower with glass door
- Chimney hood fan in kitchen
- Gas range
- Pot lights for main floor
- Landscaping gift cards (as much as the builder is willing to give)
- Blinds package
- Backyard deck (12x10) with stairs, railing and gas line
- 2 car garage
Was contemplating a gas fireplace, but in the models I have seen it sticks out and takes up too much space in the great room and also eliminates a logical place for a TV (not a fan of mounting a tv over a fireplace). So take out fireplace to save about $2500 and maybe get a smaller mobile ethanol fireplace if we can find the appropriate creative space for it.
If there is anything missing you can suggest I'm all ears!
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Make sure your good with the default kitchen cabinet material and finishing options. Things like solid wood, extra drawers, handles instead of knobs, soft closures, pantry shelving can add up quick.
The other is faucet design. If you want all matching faucets throughout your house and the default ones are ugly you can spend $1000 or more switching them.