Getting your own house constructed is always a big step. It is not only a major decision because of the amount of time it takes but also due to the amount of money it takes. Many people residing in Pakistan save up all their lives to buy a house of their own or to get some construction done. When you are getting your own house constructed there are many things that you need to plan and decide in advance so that there are no regrets later. 

Following are some of those decisions that require high involvement from the owner:

1.    How many levels/portions are you planning? There are many people in Pakistan who want to live close to their immediate family. So, they consider making individual portions in the same house so that the family stays close by. The house needs to be planned in such a manner that each portion gets its own desired level of privacy. There is no point in having separate portions if at the end of the day there will be lack of privacy. 

 

2.    How many bedrooms would you want to fit into the designated area? The reason why this is a big decision is because some people like having a larger number of rooms that are relatively smaller in size. And others like having large bedrooms with walk in closets and massive bathrooms too. In the latter case the quantity of rooms will be lesser. 

 

3.    Windows and doors of the house. This is another major decision. The type and quantity of windows reduces or increases the security of your house. Unfortunately, with the relaxed law and order situation in most of the cities of Pakistan, it is better to be safe than sorry. Floor to ceiling windows look great in movies but too much exposure can make your house less secure and private and that is not something that you want in houses that are not a part of gated communities. My gated communities such as Bahria Town Karachi, have villas that have floor to ceiling windows and they give a very modern and elegant look. In such places these windows are not a cause for concern because the security level is high. 

There are many other decisions that require high involvement too but these the most basic and the most important ones. Keep giving us your suggestions in comments so that we can keep updating our blogs accordingly.