The best materials used to build a home in South Florida will vary based on several factors: the size of the home, the home’s location, the height the home sits above sea level, and your budget. Finding the right materials for each home is part of our job at Paterson Development. The goal is to build a home that can …
5 Tips for Buying Land in South Florida to Build Your Dream Home
If you are searching for land in South Florida to build your dream home, there are a few tips to follow to get more value out of your investment. From researching location to finding out about local building regulations, there are many things you can do to set yourself up for success. How to Successfully Buy Land in South Florida …
9 New Trends in High End Homes in South Florida
Custom built homes feature the latest trends in high end design – from unexpected pops of color to vanities that look like furniture, here are the latest trends we are seeing in high end South Florida homes. The Latest Trends in High End Homes 1. Unexpected Pops of Color Take one look at celebrities like Kaley Cuoco’s home and you’ll …
How Do You Get a Building Permit in South Florida?
In South Florida, you need a building permit to construct, repair, alter, move, demolish or remove any building or structure, or part thereof. The scope of the work will determine the type(s) of permits required, in some cases more than one permit is necessary. At Paterson Development, we take care of permitting, from soil tests, boundary and elevation surveys, FEMA …
The Building Process: Do You Need to Hire an Architect or a Contractor First?
Ideally, you want to find both the architect and contractor before you start designing your home, that way you can properly plan and make sure you’re within budget. Although, finding an architect is the very first step. At Paterson Development, we don’t get paid until construction begins but we offer to help from the very beginning, free of charge. We …