Definition
A design center is the builder's facility where you select interior finishes, fixtures, and materials from pre-approved options. You choose paint colors, cabinetry, countertops, appliances, lighting, and hardware. Selections are documented and incorporated into construction.
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Design centers display flooring, paint colors, cabinetry, countertops, appliances, lighting, and hardware options. Buyers work with design consultants to select combinations that fit their budget and style. Selections are documented and incorporated into the home's construction. Design centers allow builders to manage costs while giving buyers meaningful choices.
Pro Tip
Plan design center visits carefully. Selections impact cost and timeline, and changes made outside the design center often carry premiums.
Example
A buyer visits the builder's design center and selects maple cabinetry, white subway tile backsplash, granite countertops, and brushed nickel hardware from the approved selections.