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Where would you live if you could pick any house?
Some are dreamers: they already have the answer in mind. Some are thrivers: they are perfectly content with their current home. Some are seekers: they need to see it before they know what they want. It's much like trying a new food, you don't know you love it until you taste it!
This "SPEC"tacular build might be the answer for the seekers out there! (Dreamers and thrivers are also welcome!) It's a spec house, built using Daniel Builders' expertise and design services, a vision that's been nearly 20 years in the making.
On this episode of Ready, Set, Renovate, you'll meet Daniel Jachens. He's the co-founder of Daniel Builders, and he shares the story of this beautiful home, built in collaboration with our friends at Zion Architects, Buttercup Designs, and Trusted Tradesmen & Co. The outcome, which you’ll see in the video, is a unique floor plan paired with eye-catching design selections.
What is a Spec House?
The Daniel Builders team is experienced with remodels and custom builds, where the homeowner handpicks finishes and design details. A spec house is similar to a custom build in that it is new construction, but it differs in that it's designed to appeal to a wider market instead of a specific homeowner.
Benefits of Buying a Spec House
Timeline: While a custom build can take a year or more to construct, a spec home is a good option for people who don't want to wait that long! It's built with all the care of a custom build, but it's move-in-ready!
Decision-making: Our remodeling clients often tell us, "I had no idea there would be so many decisions to make!" It's true. A selection sheet for a typical remodel can contain hundreds of items: everything from appliances to tile to lighting to doorknobs to faucets. Making all those selections is not for the faint of heart! That's why our clients so often ask architects and interior designers to assist with the design process! In a spec home, we make the design selections, alleviating that burden for the homeowner.
What you see is what you get: When walking through multiple showrooms during the design phase of a custom build or remodel, it can be difficult to visualize how your selections from each showroom will look once they are combined together. In a spec home, potential buyers can easily visualize the design during their initial walkthrough, because all those decisions have already been made. You get all the benefits of an experienced architect and interior designer, and you don't have to pay a design fee or visit a single showroom!
To the Dreamers Out There
While there are significant advantages to buying a spec house, we know it's not the right fit for every homeowner. Some people love details. They love the process of making a house a home that's uniquely their own, down to the tile and drawer pulls. If that's you, our design team has got your back. Whether you want to make selections yourself, work with your own interior designer, or welcome our recommendations, we customize the design process for your needs.
Finding the Right Fit
Whether you're looking to buy, build, or renovate, Daniel Builders delivers an inspiring finished product. Check out the video above to see footage of the home for yourself! Guess what? It's for sale, but it might not be available for long! Contact your realtor to schedule a tour of 4809 Great Oaks Drive in Anderson, SC 29625. If you are contemplating a major home remodel or custom build, speak with a Daniel Builders Project Guide by contacting us at 864.506.5546 or https://www.danielbuilders.com/get-started.
0:00 Introduction
1:14 Daniel Builders Then & Now (2007-2025)
2:07 What is a Spec Home?
2:38 Spec Home Design, Construction, & Timeline
4:43 Special Features of the Home
5:27 Reflections on the Project
5:42 How to Schedule a Tour
