Our Process

 In the discovery process, we listen to what you want in a home and begin to conceptualize a plan that will work best for your lifestyle. Next, we meet with an array of award-winning architects with whom we share a working history to get their input, ideas, and sketches.

Often, after spending time with homeowners and speaking at length about their desired dream home, a preferred style reveals itself. With that knowledge, we can quickly select an architect renowned for that style and begin the creation process. Sometimes, though, we may collect samples from several architects for you to select your preferred style. Richard and his team are known to negotiate effectively with architects to set their fees — often at a reduced rate. Once the owner selects the basic sketch of a floor plan and perhaps front elevation style, the real work begins.

In this phase, details become a focal point. Plans are tweaked as inspired by customer conversations to achieve or surpass the homeowner’s stated goals. We then present the plan for owner review along with a preliminary budget that includes supporting documentation to detail assumptions made to arrive at the budget. After clients have thoroughly reviewed the proposed plans, estimates, and notes, they will meet with Richard and his team again to discuss questions, concerns, and desired modifications.

Once owners are satisfied with all three aspects — plans, pricing, and proposed finishes — RBCH submits all necessary documentation to the Palmetto Bluff Design Review Board to gain design approval. Throughout the process, all information is shared with clients, architects, and any other interested parties to ensure that everyone is on the same page each step of the way. Since Richard and his team intercede on behalf of the client and expertly manage this process, the homeowner can comfortably release the reigns and put their complete trust in Richard Best Custom Homes to manage the details.