Build High-Value, Low-Cost Homes
Discover practical strategies for creating affordable homes without sacrificing quality
Build High Value, Low Cost Homes — Learn from a Master Builder
Join Us, as master builder and residential construction consultant Fernando Pages unlocks the trade secrets of high value, low cost residential construction. Learn to transform your construction project using strategies that balance quality, marketability, and affordability.
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Whether you’re building a new home or renovating an existing one, this book will "Unlock the secrets" to building high-quality, affordable homes.
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I have no agenda but to reduce costs and make your project easier to build and maintain. Practical, buildable solutions, clear options, and straight answers - from real-world experience, not theory.
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Each plan reflects the process and approach described in “Building an Affordable House.” We do not design plans for sale, we design them for construction.
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What our readers say about this book
Unlock the secrets to building high-quality, affordable homes with this thoroughly updated version of the classic Building an Affordable House. This comprehensive guide is perfect for builders, developers, and homeowners looking to maximize their construction or remodeling budget without sacrificing quality.
Whether you’re building a new home or renovating an existing one, this book provides the tools and knowledge you need to achieve high-value, low-cost results.
What You Will Learn Inside
Keeping sustainability at the forefront of building decisions
Cost-Saving Techniques: Discover insider methods used by top homebuilders to save thousands on construction costs.
Budget-Friendly Design: Learn how to add curb appeal and functionality without breaking the bank.
Sustainable Practices: Incorporate eco-friendly building techniques that benefit both the environment and your wallet.
Step-by-Step Guidance: Detailed instructions on everything from foundations to finishes, ensuring you get the most value for your investment.
At this site, you will not find hundreds of plans. You will find a few dozen plans that we have built hundreds of times.
We have refined the details, included notes useful to construction and a project manual with material and shopping lists. Fernando is available to answer questions via email, and advise you on your project.
Each plan reflects the process and approach described in “Building an Affordable House.” We do not design plans for sale, we design them for construction.
“I’ve spent a lifetime in the field and years doing in-depth research across construction methods, materials, and systems. I’ve tried most of them and know the alternatives—what they cost, how they perform, and where they fall short.”
I’m not ideological; I have no agenda but to reduce costs and make your project easier to build and maintain.
I offer practical, buildable solutions, clear options, and straight answers—from real-world experience, not theory.