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HAUS 121 Articles

Explore practical insights from HAUS 121 covering residential development, property opportunities, renovation, and design.

Renovation

What Is Infill Development?

Thoughtful development that makes better use of the neighborhoods we…

Renovation

How to Evaluate a Vacant Lot

A vacant lot may look simple. Determining what can actually…

Renovation

Townhomes vs. Stacked Flats

Townhomes and stacked flats can both provide attractive alternatives to…

Development

How Much Does It Cost to Build a New Home?

Ground-Up Residential Development Costs Explained Building a new home involves…

Development

Workforce Housing vs. Affordable Housing: What’s the Difference?

Housing terms such as workforce housing, affordable housing, attainable housing,…

Development

What Landowners Should Know?

Owning land can create opportunities that are not always obvious…

Development Guidance

Every development opportunity starts with understanding the property itself. Location, zoning, site characteristics, infrastructure, market demand, and surrounding conditions all play a role in determining what may be possible.

HAUS 121 approaches development opportunities through careful evaluation before moving toward planning and construction.

Key considerations include:

Property location and surrounding neighborhood
Zoning and permitted uses
Lot size and site characteristics
Utilities and existing infrastructure
Market demand
Construction feasibility
Acquisition and development costs
Potential exit strategy
Community impact
Overall risk and return

A thoughtful evaluation helps identify opportunities, understand constraints, and establish a practical direction before significant development decisions are made.

Renovation Education

Plan the Renovation Before the Work Begins. A successful renovation starts with a clear understanding of the existing space, project goals, design direction, and construction requirements.

Whether the project involves a single room or an entire home, each decision can affect the overall scope, budget, timeline, and finished result.

Important areas to consider include:

Existing conditions and layout
Project goals and priorities
Design direction
Material and finish selections
Budget and project scope
Permitting requirements
Procurement and material availability
Construction planning
Final detailing and walkthrough

From kitchens and bathrooms to basements, additions, and whole-home renovations, thoughtful planning helps create a more organized path from the initial idea to the finished space.

Downloadable Resources

Practical resources to help you evaluate development opportunities, prepare for renovations, and better understand the residential planning process.

Development Opportunity Checklist

A practical checklist covering key considerations when reviewing a potential residential development opportunity.

Home Renovation Planning Guide

A guide covering project goals, existing conditions, design selections, budgeting, procurement, and construction planning.

frequently asked questions

What types of development opportunities does HAUS 121 consider?

HAUS 121 focuses on practical residential development opportunities including infill and ground-up housing, workforce housing, missing-middle housing, and property redevelopment.

What should I consider before starting a renovation?

A renovation should begin with an understanding of the existing space, project goals, desired scope, budget, design direction, and expected timeline. Materials, permitting, procurement, and construction requirements should also be considered.

What areas of a home can HAUS 121 renovate?

Renovation services can include whole-home renovations, kitchens, bathrooms, basements, ADUs, and additions, along with interior design and material selection support.

How does HAUS 121 evaluate a development opportunity?

Development opportunities can be evaluated based on location, zoning, lot characteristics, utilities and infrastructure, market demand, construction feasibility, acquisition cost, exit strategy, community impact, and overall risk and return.

What is included in the renovation process?

The renovation process generally moves through consultation, existing conditions review, design and selections, pricing and agreement, permitting and procurement, construction, and final walkthrough.

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