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Residential New Construction
Bring your vision to life with a custom home built from the ground up.
We simplify complex projects by making each step easy to understand, with clear communication from start to finish.
New Construction Process
1. Initial Site Visit: 1 to 1 ½ hrs
Every new construction project begins with a clear understanding of the site and the home you want to build. We start with an on-site walkthrough to evaluate existing conditions, access, and constraints, while learning about your goals, priorities, and long-term vision. By aligning early on scope, budget, and expectations, we set the foundation for a smooth and well-coordinated build.
- On-site walkthrough to review the property, site conditions, utilities, access, and overall feasibility
- We provide a free preliminary construction cost range based on size, complexity, and performance goals, for example $850k – $1.1M
- To proceed, we enter into a preconstruction agreement (PCA), covering design coordination, engineering, budgeting, and permit strategy
- New construction planning can range from relatively simple builds to highly complex custom homes, depending on site constraints, jurisdictional requirements, and client selections
2. Design & Material Selection: 2 - 4 months
Once the overall vision is defined, the design process translates that vision into a complete set of buildable plans. For new construction, this phase establishes the home’s layout, structure, and systems from the ground up, ensuring every decision supports performance, livability, and budget control. A well-developed design is essential to an efficient and predictable build.
- In-depth consultations to define project goals, spatial needs, performance targets, and architectural direction
- Design considerations typically include floor plan layout, structural approach, window and door placement, lighting strategy, material selections, finishes, and exterior expression.
- The contractor prepares a detailed and comprehensive list of all project selections and scope items for client review, forming the basis for accurate pricing, permitting, and construction execution
3. Permitting: 2 - 3 months
Once the design is complete, it’s time to submit the plans to the city for approval! This can take a few months, but during this time you can still keep the project moving! While many major selections will already be defined, this phase is when you begin actively selecting and confirming key materials. In new construction, early choices such as tile and finish materials are especially important, as they inform precise layout, dimensions, and coordination of fixtures, niches, and other integrated elements throughout the build.
4. Construction: 1 - 4 months
Finally, our team begins with a careful protection of your surrounding areas. Dust barriers with zipper doors, HEPA air filtration, and floor protection are some of the methods we implement to ensure your home and family are protected from the process. A dedicated project manager and construction team will carry out the work in close coordination with the homeowner, providing clear communication, organized scheduling, and day-to-day oversight to keep the project running smoothly and predictably.
5. Move In
Once final city inspections are approved, we conduct a comprehensive walkthrough of the new home to confirm all systems, finishes, and details are complete and performing as intended. We then review and deliver all close-out documentation, including manuals and warranties, along with a long-term maintenance overview to help you care for and protect your home for years to come.
Beyond Green Construction delivers a refined, start-to-finish new construction experience built on thoughtful planning, craftsmanship, and long-term performance.
Are you ready to bring your custom home vision to life?
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How long does a custom new construction project typically take?
Most custom homes take 14 to 24 months from initial planning through completion. Timeline depends on site conditions, permitting complexity, and the level of customization. Homes in the Oakland Hills for example, often require additional time due to grading, engineering, and review processes.
How do you help control costs on a custom home?
We focus heavily on preconstruction planning. Clear scope definition, early budgeting, and detailed selections allow us to price accurately and avoid costly changes during construction.
What does “design-build” mean for a new construction project?
Design-build means the design and construction teams work as one coordinated group from the start. This creates a more efficient process, clearer accountability, and fewer gaps between design intent, pricing, and execution.
How do permits work for new construction?
Permitting includes architectural review, engineering approvals, and city or county plan checks. In Oakland, this process can be lengthy, so early preparation and accurate documentation are critical to keeping the project moving.
How is quality controlled throughout the build?
Our project management team oversees sequencing, inspections, and trade coordination. Work is reviewed at each phase to ensure it meets design intent and construction standards before moving forward.
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