Unique Home Plans
Building a custom home takes lots of careful planning before you even break ground, and a great custom builder can walk you through all of the homebuilding steps. One of the most helpful things a builder can do is provide you with a list of cool things to include when building a house with sample shots of unique home plans and custom home interiors. That list is a great starting point for your planning process. We provide such a list, and in this post, we ve broken down the list into the following sections, each of which contains many particular points to consider:
- Size and scope of the project
- Purpose of the build
- Residents and guests at the home
- Design and feel of the home
- Health, sustainability, and efficiency
- Use of space in and around the home
- Leisure activities
- Additional features of the home
- Outside the home and the surrounding property
Home Planning Areas at a Glance
The areas CRx uses to shape a unique custom home — a starting point for your own list.
| No. | Planning Area | What to Think About |
|---|---|---|
| 01 | Size and Scope of the Project | The overall size and scope you have in mind for the project. |
| 02 | Purpose of the Build | The primary purpose your finished home needs to serve. |
| 03 | Residents and Guests | Who will live in the home and how you’ll welcome guests. |
| 04 | Design and Feel of the Home | The overall design direction and feel you want to achieve. |
| 05 | Health, Sustainability & Efficiency | Healthy, sustainable, and efficient choices for the home. |
| 06 | Use of Space | How space is used inside the home and around the property. |
| 07 | Leisure Activities | The leisure activities you’d like your home to support. |
| 08 | Additional Features of the Home | Additional features you may want to include in the home. |
| 09 | Outside & Surrounding Property | The exterior of the home and the surrounding property. |
Cool Things To Include When Building A House
Not asking all the right questions upfront might impact your project. Some commonly asked questions include:
- What are the must-haves when building a new home?
- What should you not miss when building a house?
- How can I make my construction house unique?
- What are the 4 key elements of building a house?
- What should a dream house have?
Planning a Unique Home: FAQ
Why does careful planning matter before you build a custom home?+
What areas should I think through when planning my home?+
What are the must-haves when building a new home?+
What should you not miss when building a house?+
How can I make my home unique?+
What are the key elements of building a house?+
What should a dream house have?+
What is the Wish List worksheet for?+
What’s the first step to start planning with CRx?+
Download our free worksheet to help organize your thoughts, and ensure that you don t inadvertently overlook any vital aspects when you plan your new home build or luxury home remodel. This will help take out the guesswork, and ensure that your homebuilding process is a 5-Star Experience from beginning to end.
You re already off to a great start by doing the homework that landed you here. The easiest and most convenient next step is to click our Schedule Your Idea Session” button on the side of this page. We are looking forward to talking with you so we can learn more about your hopes, priorities, and vision for your custom home build.
Wish List - My Rehoboth Beach Home Ideas
Need new home ideas for your upcoming custom home build or luxury home renovation? This document is geared towards helping you organize your thoughts to build a dream home wish list complete with all of the detailed questions you'll need!

Dion Lamb is the founder and President of CRx Construction, a luxury custom home builder and remodeler serving Rehoboth Beach, Dewey Beach, Lewes, Bethany Beach, and Fenwick Island, Delaware. Since founding CRx in 2016, Dion has led the firm to a #1 Houzz ranking in Rehoboth Beach and Dewey Beach and a 5-star reputation, guiding homeowners through his trademarked “5 Simple Steps” design-build process. CRx is a member of NAHB, the Home Builders Association of Delaware (HBADE), and the Certified Luxury Builders Network, and a Regal Award winner for Best Luxury Custom Home Design.
