Decide in this order
- Floor plan. Everything else depends on it. How to choose.
- Kitchen layout and cabinets. Island or not, how much storage, where the appliances go.
- Floors. One continuous floor through the main level makes a small home feel larger.
- Bathrooms. Tile, shower or tub, vanity, fixtures.
- Electrical and lighting. Where outlets, switches and ceiling lights go, plus car charging in the garage.
- Paint and hardware. Last, because they’re the easiest to change.
Hard to change later (worth spending on)
- Flooring
- Kitchen cabinets and countertops
- Shower tile and waterproofing
- Outlet, switch and light locations
- Wiring for a car charger, solar or extra circuits
- Window sizes, if offered
Easy to change later (fine to save on)
- Paint colors
- Cabinet pulls and knobs
- Mirrors and towel bars
- Decorative light fixtures (once the wiring is in the right place)
- Some appliances
Keep the price visible
The common trap with new homes is the “upgrade” model: a low starting price, then expensive add-ons picked at a design center. We do it differently. Each choice shows its price as you make it, line by line, so you always know the total before you commit.
See it before it’s built
With Vivienda Atelier, you can look around your rooms on your phone or TV, furnished your way, before construction starts. See how choosing works.
Questions people ask
Which upgrades are worth it?
The ones built into the house: flooring, kitchen cabinets and counters, shower tile and waterproofing, extra outlets and lighting locations, and insulation.
What can wait?
Paint colors, cabinet pulls, mirrors, decorative light fixtures and many appliances. They're easy to change after you move in.
How do I avoid surprises?
Ask for line-by-line pricing before you sign off, and get every choice in writing. Our buyers see each option's price as they choose.