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Considerations When Choosing A Farmstay Building Contractor

16 January 2023 by Heather Howell

Farmstays are a preferred type of accommodation for many Australians. Typically, the farm environment helps guests connect to nature. Moreover, they enjoy from farm to table meals. You need the services of a farmstay builder if you plan to invest in a farmstay. So, how do you choose a farmstay builder? Below are some useful tips. 

Assess The Builder's Portfolio

Your immediate concern would probably be the builder's expertise in building farmstays. Therefore, ask the builder to send you a portfolio of the farmstays they have previously built. The portfolio helps you assess the builder's competence. For example, how functional are the previous designs? Do the farmstays complement their immediate environment? You could also visit some farmstays to assess their build quality. Moreover, interview the owners to establish whether they are satisfied with the builder's work. 

Choose A Suitable Design 

The farmstay design process is a consultative exercise between the builder and their client. Inform the builder how you envision the farmstay. For instance, you could take them to your farm and show them where you prefer to build the farmstay. Ideally, the farmstay should be located away from the main property. This way, guests can enjoy their privacy. Moreover, the location of the farmstay should be such that guests can access the various amenities on your farm. For example, they could visit your vineyard or horse stables. Besides, they could watch the grazing areas from their rooms. 

How many guests do you intend to accommodate at the facility? It helps you determine the size of the farmstay. Do you have any preferred designs? Ideally, the farmstay's architectural style should complement the main property and any other installations on the farm. However, it must integrate a modern interior and amenities. For example, it should be energy efficient and incorporate recreational spaces such as a terrace or balcony. Your builder is best placed to help you create appealing and functional designs for your farmstay. 

Inquire About The Builder's Preferred Material Choice 

What are the builder's preferred construction materials? The general rule is that the builder should utilise the construction materials on your farm. For example, you could have leftover timber or bricks from a previous construction project. Moreover, the builder could crush rocks at the property to create aggregate for the farmstay's foundation. As a rule, the farmstay builder must integrate environmental sustainability as they build the farmstay. For instance, they could use sustainable timber from your farm or environmentally friendly roofing and flooring materials. 

For more information, contact a farmstay builder near you.

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