Types of Custom Home Building Styles

 One of the first decisions you’ll make in the custom home building process is selecting the type of home building style you prefer. Each home build type has its own set of unique characteristics, so it’s important to familiarize yourself with the different traits of each type of housing in order to decide what will be perfectly suited to your wants and needs.

The beauty of building a custom home is that you can truly bring your vision to life. As your design builder, we will do everything in our power to make your dreams a reality, but there are some limitations that may arise depending on the specific home building types. Let’s say you could never envision yourself without an attached or triple-car garage, or you have always been interested in creating an income opportunity with a lot subdivision or secondary suite. Not every lot, neighbourhood or building style affords these opportunities. When you work with Urbis, our team will guide you in evaluating the zoning, lot size and contextual constraints that play a huge role in what can be done on a given lot.

Before committing to a style of home, make sure you are clear on what you want and need. Is there a certain community you have always seen yourself as a part of? Selecting the right neighbourhood is key to achieving your family’s desired lifestyle, impacting factors like commute and access to parks, schools and other community amenities. There are different costs associated with different types of homes, including property tax and condo fees. Another important consideration is size and scope. Do you want a home large enough to accommodate multiple common areas? Is a spacious yard a must-have? Do you value privacy or a close-knit neighbourhood?

Home Building Types

If you’re in the market for a new home in Edmonton and area but you’re not totally sure what kind of home you want yet, here are some of the different build types we specialize in:

Luxury Custom

Build a luxury custom home on an older lot, typically in established neighbourhoods. Edmonton has many mature neighbourhoods with large lots and beautiful trees, and we strive to aesthetically integrate our infill homes into these communities seamlessly.

Learn about luxury custom infills.

Estates & Acreages

Estate homes and acreages provide homeowners with privacy and peace and quiet, creating an overall relaxed lifestyle that many strive for. Build a custom home based on your land and the needs and desires of your family. The possibilities are endless.

Discover our custom built estates and acreages.

Semi-Detached & Duplexes

Semi-detached homes and duplexes are versatile housing options that provide a lot of advantages for potential homeowners, mainly related to affordability, location benefits, downsizing opportunities, and rental income potential. These properties meet the needs of a wide range of buyers.

Read about custom built semi-detached and duplex home building styles.

Bungalows

Edmonton's mature neighbourhoods offer excellent infill opportunities for bungalows. This building style is a popular option for those who wish to live in an established neighbourhood while enjoying the accessible, modern amenities that come with a custom-designed home.

Learn about our custom built bungalows.

Quick Possession

Quick possession homes are properties that are built without a specific buyer in mind. Depending on the stage of construction at the time of purpose, the level of customization in a quick possession home can vary.

Read more about quick possessions and view our current available properties.

Take the Next Step in Your Custom Built Home Project

You’ve decided to invest in a new home. An important part of the process is determining what you need and what is important to you and your family, and having an expert who can help you make decisions along the way is invaluable.

At Urbis, our goal is to help you truly be a part of the community you live in. Whether it’s a home in a central, mature neighbourhood or a custom home on your dream lot, with our extensive custom home and infill expertise, we can help you get started! Connect with us to learn more.