Business View Magazine - January 2024

“For homes under half a million dollars, the construction period is typically around five months,” he explains. The timeline extends correspondingly with the project’s cost, with million-dollar homes taking up to a year to complete. He equates every additional $100,000 in house cost to an extra month of construction, a formula that offers clients a clear expectation of the project duration. John addresses the complexities of pricing in construction, emphasizing that cost-per-square-foot estimates can be misleading. “Asking how much a home costs per square foot is like asking how much three bags of groceries cost - it varies greatly depending on individual choices and preferences,” he says. This analogy underscores the custom nature of each project, where the homeowner’s selections and preferences heavily influence the final cost. He also discusses the importance of maintaining strong, long-term relationships with suppliers and vendors, preferring consistency and quality over cost- saving tactics. “I stick with one company as long as 66 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE VOLUME 11, ISSUE 01