How to build a new home and stay sane By William de Silva (de Ora) You have decided to build your new dream home. You’ve visited numerous display homes and met with the sales people. All promise you the sun and the moon. And now you’ve got a sea of floor plans and brochures to flounder through. It’s impossibly hard to choose because you’re trying to compare apples with oranges. You’ve consulted with your friends and colleagues. All are eager to share their knowledge. But their experiences are different to yours so none of it helps. Even though you feel you’re all at sea, you decide to take the leap. It will take longer than you think If this is your first construction project, be prepared for a 12-month journey into the unknown. You ‘know’ all will be right if you have chosen the right builder to bring it all ...