From a manufacturing perspective, a turnkey modular home is the ideal way to work! But, there's a catch—it works best when the manufacturer handles the design, assembly, and installation of the home.
If you're constructing a custom-designed home for a client, you're likely to encounter several challenges during the production phase.
Client's Desire for Control: While it's entirely reasonable for a client to want control on the construction site, it can be a nightmare for the production process. To illustrate, think of it like a custom car build: if a skilled friend is assembling a unique car for you, your involvement is justified. However, you wouldn't visit a Volkswagen factory to oversee the assembly of the car you plan to buy!
The same principle applies to home manufacturing. If one client interferes in the production process, it can cause delays for five other clients, and the first client may still be dissatisfied. Would you let them take charge of the process?
Changing Client Decisions: In 90% of cases, clients want to make changes after finalizing materials and starting production. For instance, they might choose a different window frame color, alter dimensions, or decide to add details to the interior. This leads to delays and additional costs.
Client's Dream vs. Reality: When dealing with custom orders, be prepared for the client's expectations not always aligning with reality. Remember, your client has envisioned their "dream home" for a long time. If your estimate is significantly higher than their expectations or certain "fantasies" are impossible to implement, problems may arise.
Important Considerations: It's crucial to understand that a modular home is not necessarily the "perfect home" or the "dream home"; it's a factory-produced product. While creative ideas and bold concepts can be implemented, the question remains: is it justified?
If you're constructing a custom-designed home for a client, you're likely to encounter several challenges during the production phase.
Client's Desire for Control: While it's entirely reasonable for a client to want control on the construction site, it can be a nightmare for the production process. To illustrate, think of it like a custom car build: if a skilled friend is assembling a unique car for you, your involvement is justified. However, you wouldn't visit a Volkswagen factory to oversee the assembly of the car you plan to buy!
The same principle applies to home manufacturing. If one client interferes in the production process, it can cause delays for five other clients, and the first client may still be dissatisfied. Would you let them take charge of the process?
Changing Client Decisions: In 90% of cases, clients want to make changes after finalizing materials and starting production. For instance, they might choose a different window frame color, alter dimensions, or decide to add details to the interior. This leads to delays and additional costs.
Client's Dream vs. Reality: When dealing with custom orders, be prepared for the client's expectations not always aligning with reality. Remember, your client has envisioned their "dream home" for a long time. If your estimate is significantly higher than their expectations or certain "fantasies" are impossible to implement, problems may arise.
Important Considerations: It's crucial to understand that a modular home is not necessarily the "perfect home" or the "dream home"; it's a factory-produced product. While creative ideas and bold concepts can be implemented, the question remains: is it justified?