Overview

The second Finley project sits on a generous 349 sqm lot, giving the design plenty of room to breathe. It follows the original floor plan but with a few smart tweaks in the auxiliary area to make everything feel more open and spacious. This model also features a high-ceiling layout, which instantly makes the main living spaces feel brighter and more expansive. The owner had a front-lanai swimming pool approved in the city plan, but opted to build it later. There’s also a wide, open space reserved for a paved carport that can comfortably fit two vehicles.

Inside, the Finley stays true to its modern two-story layout with four bedrooms, including a master’s suite positioned at the front of the house with its own balcony and a toilet and bath equipped with a bathtub. The home also features a welcoming living area, a dining area, a kitchen with granite countertops and built-in cabinets, plus three additional toilets and baths. Rounding out the design are the porch, lanai, balcony, family lounge, service area, and the future paved carport, everything a family needs for comfort and convenience.

Challenge

The Finley home offers a 126 sqm floor area with an additional 26 sqm auxiliary space, and it only needs a 150 sqm lot to build, surprisingly efficient for everything it includes. Because the lot is rectangular, keeping the firewall on the left side, exactly as designed in the original plan, was the smartest move. Since it’s legal to build the firewall right at the property line, we were able to maximize the layout and give the owner a huge open space for landscaping and greenery. The owner also opted to add a fence and gate for extra security, plus stainless-steel railings for two balconies and stairs for a modern, clean finish.

This project was financed through progress billing, meaning funds were released only after completing each construction phase. To add another layer of challenge, the owner was living in another city and couldn’t visit the site, so we made sure to send regular photo updates to keep them fully in the loop. Despite the distance, the communication stayed smooth, and every stage moved forward right on schedule.

Here are clear, concise bullet points summarizing the challenges faced in this project:

Working with a rectangular lot while keeping the original floor plan intact.
Positioning the firewall exactly at the property line to maximize space.
Ensuring the large open area remained suitable for future landscaping and greenery.
Coordinating additional features requested by the owner (fence, gate, stainless-steel railings).
Managing construction through progress billing, with funds released only after each completed phase.
Keeping the project on schedule despite the owner living in another city.
Providing consistent photo updates to maintain clear communication and transparency.

Solution

Building on this rectangular lot was easy, thanks to the generous space and the fact that there were no neighboring houses on either side. With nothing blocking our work, construction moved quickly and efficiently. We also installed two large gates matching the full width of the carport, making it effortless for two vehicles to enter and exit without any tight turns or hassle.

To ensure quality, we brought in a welder with a strong track record in crafting stainless-steel railings, and our licensed civil engineer visited the site daily to keep every detail on track. This consistent oversight helped us avoid delays, maintain steady funding through progress billing, and keep the entire project moving without interruption. Every milestone was also documented and emailed to the owner, allowing them to stay fully updated even from a distance.

Here are clear, concise bullet points summarizing the solutions implemented in this project:

Maximized the rectangular lot layout to allow fast, unobstructed construction.
Installed two wide gates matching the carport width for smooth, stress-free vehicle access.
Hired an experienced welder specializing in stainless-steel railings to ensure top-quality workmanship.
Ensured daily site monitoring by our licensed civil engineer for accurate and timely implementation.
Maintained steady progress billing by completing each construction phase ahead of schedule.
Documented every milestone and sent regular email updates to keep the owner fully informed.