By Revital Reich – Architecture and Interior Design
Planning a Private Home
It can be said that a spacious detached house is the Israeli dream. The COVID-19 period taught us that our personal space is the most important thing, and the post-COVID era—where a large portion of the population began working from home—only sharpened this understanding. Therefore, when we plan to improve our living conditions or upgrade our current home, there is great importance in preliminary planning, also known as private home planning.
A private home construction project (your dream home) is a complex undertaking that requires a structured plan and the involvement of many professionals. To ensure a high-quality and proper planning process, it is important to hire an architect who will accompany you throughout all stages of construction. Of course, the chosen architect should have extensive experience in private home architecture. Below are several aspects of private home planning that are important to know.
Exterior Design of Private Homes
A dream home is not only one that is beautifully designed, but also one that is planned precisely according to your needs. What one family requires can be completely different from another. Throughout the planning process, it is important to ensure that the architect fully understands the clients’ preferred taste and style. Therefore, it is essential to stay involved and hold regular status meetings.
The exterior design of the home, which is no less important than the interior design, should be based on functional planning while also reflecting the unique character desired by the homeowners. The exterior design should align with the interior design, taking into account the space, surrounding elements, and the atmosphere you wish to create.
Modern Style in Private Home Design
One of the most up-to-date design styles is the modern style. Planning a private home alongside a modern design approach is largely based on the use of clean, straight lines. Many architects define the modern style as minimalist, yet visually captivating. This minimalism is expressed through less visual clutter and a thoughtful use of a single color within a given space.
The modern style is characterized by a strong connection between interior and exterior spaces. Windows are often large to allow in plenty of natural light. Externally, white or other light shades—often grayish tones—are dominant. In modern design, it is very common to create large, open interior spaces with high ceilings and flat roofs.
Traditional tiled roofs are sometimes replaced (or combined) with straight ceilings that blend harmoniously with the overall design of the home. It is important to note that modern design is by no means a “cheap” style—the minimalist approach can strive for luxury and precision in even the smallest details.
Private Home Planning – Useful Tips
Before starting the process of planning a private home, you can benefit from several helpful tips:
Budget check: Evaluate how much you want or can invest in building, planning, and designing the home. If a mortgage is required, it is advisable to check in advance how much you can receive.
Take into account the time required for permits: Obtaining building permits takes time, and it is common to rely on professionals to assist with this process.
Prepare a construction plan: Working with an architect to prepare a plan that satisfies you will help in obtaining a legal building permit.
Decide on your construction approach: Determine whether you want to work with a turnkey contractor or hire separate contractors (for example, for structural work and finishing work).
Revital Reich – Modern Architecture in Jerusalem
Hello, my name is Revital Reich, and I am an architect and interior designer with an architecture and interior design studio in the Jerusalem area and its surroundings. For over 20 years, I have been planning and accompanying projects of private homes, apartments, offices, and businesses.
I believe that a home is a private sanctuary for every person. Based on this belief, I create modern, functional home architecture tailored to the client’s needs, lifestyle, and dreams—delivering unique and precise architectural planning and interior design for each of my clients. I would be happy to meet with you.
