It’s a collection of lines and sharp angles: blueprints are stacked before you, offering pages that will eventually become reality. Rooms are charted on paper; depths are detailed; and they will all soon be forged from stone, becoming a first (and perfect) home. This is the intention you happily bear. It’s not the convenience you assumed it to be, however. Individuals seeking to build houses (rather than suffer through the complications of real estate) too often believe they can simply purchase land and then shape it as they please. However, permits are required and must be secured … [Read more...]