Build a House From the Ground Up and We'll Guess Your Relationship Status

By: Jennifer Post

Starting from the ground-up means you need a foundation. How many square feet are you building the foundation for?

800

Around 900 sounds good
2,000

1,200 is plenty

What types of rooms do you want on the main floor?

One big open room, plus a bathroom

An open kitchen to the living room, but separate dining room
A play room, a family room, the kitchen, dining room and powder room

Just a family room, kitchen and bathroom

Let's back up for a second. How will you go about choosing a contractor?

Word of mouth

The internet
I'll ask around at work

My family has a business

Do you want plenty of natural light in the house?

It's the most important

I like more in some rooms than others
The more windows the better

I don't love cleaning windows, so as nice as natural light is, I don't want to overdo it

What type of siding are you choosing?

Just regular vinyl

I like the look of stone, but I'm really not sure
Cedar shakes

I love the look of brick

Is there a certain type of roof that you want?

I've always liked the look of a tin roof

Just the normal kind?
Clay roofs have always intrigued me, but I don't know if it's practical

Whatever kind is the cheapest

In the main living areas, what kind of flooring is getting installed?

Hardwood

I like the look of hardwood, but the price of laminate
Carpet, it's the most cost effective

I think tile makes the most sense

Will there be different flooring in the bedrooms?

Yes, carpet in the bedroom is cozy

Nope, same all around
I'll have to consult with my family

I haven't actually thought about that

Before the floors go in, will you put in anything special like heating or cooling elements?

No that's too extravagant for me

I would love that, but it doesn't seem practical
Oh yes, that's an extra I'm willing to pay for

No I don't need that

Are you someone who needs a lot of outlets and different plugs in each room?

At least one on every wall

Nah, they make extra plugs and extension cords
The more outlets the better! We have a lot of technology

Not a lot, but enough

Do you like the look of crown molding, or can you live without it?

Oh I definitely need that

I can live without it, but it would be a nice touch
Just more to dust later

I'll leave it plain for now

For the kitchen cabinets, what material will they be made out of?

Just regular wood since they are going to be painted

Wood so I can stain them a nice color
Plastic lasts way longer

Ive heard fiberglass can be cool and modern

And what about your countertops? Which material will you choose for those?

Quartz

White marble
Dark granite

A mix of butcher block and stainless steel

Will you carry the same cabinets and counters into the bathrooms?

Yes, I want it to all be the same

Nope I want to change it up, just don't know how
It's cheaper to buy it in bulk

I'm guessing that's how it normally goes

What color is initially going on the walls?

A nice light gray

A clean white
Off-white is the best option at first

I like tan

Will your ceilings be the same color as the walls?

All the ceilings will be white

The wall color is light enough for that to work
The ceilings will all be their own color

Yes, I think that will look nice

Are you painting the walls yourselves, or having the contractors do it?

I want to do it, I love painting

I'll do the walls, but not the ceilings
It's easier to let them do it

I'll do it but I'll have lots of help

What metal finish will your faucets be?

Matte black

Gold
Brushed nickel

Polished stainless steel

On the cabinets, what kind of pulls will you put on?

Minimal ones that match the other fixtures

Simple silver ones
Decorative ones with flowers or something

Plain wooden knobs

Are you bringing in a professional cleaning crew before moving in?

Yes that would be ideal

Nope I'll clean it
I'm recruiting tons of people to clean and bribing them with pizza

Just a local one

Now the fun part! Where will you most likely be getting furniture from?

Ikea

A big box furniture store for most things
I'd love to things custom made

Hand-me downs

What type of bedding will you have?

Plush hotel-like bedding

Jersey sheets and a fun comforter set
Something durable and 100% cotton

I'm always cold so flannel sheets and a down comforter

Do you like big, family sized couches or more modern ones?

Couches made for lounging are the best

I like simpler, more posh looking furniture
A big sectional would work the best, with the recliners

I prefer oversized plush chairs and a loveseat

What would you say your overall decor style is?

Comfortable and classic

Mid-century modern
Shabby chic probably

I haven't figured it out yet, kind of trying a bunch of new things

If you have hardwood floors, will you cover them with decorative rugs?

Oh yes, ones with fun patterns

Nah, I don't want to cover them all up
That is definitely necessary

Maybe in the more formal rooms

What color towels will you put in the main bathroom?

Dark gray

Mint green
Beige

White

Will you change the paint color in any of the rooms?

I like it the way it is

I'll change my bedroom to a tranquil blue
I want to paint the guest bathroom dark navy with white wainscoting at the bottom

Maybe the dining room will become a dark, dramatic color

What kind of table will you have in the kitchen?

Stools at the island

I like a good breakfast nook
A family table

I mostly eat on the couch

Your walls are pretty bare now, but how will you dress them up?

With macrame hangings and plants

Big watercolor paintings
Family photos

I like them bare

Looking out your window, what view do you hope to have?

Of my gardens

The ocean
I want to look at the mountains

A pool

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About This Quiz

There are countless resources out there for making house building an easier task. It is nice to learn from other people's mistakes and be able to implement the things they did that worked. But there are still so many personal elements, and future things you have to think about when building a house from the ground up. You might not have children now, but do you want to include spaces for them in the future? How do you make sure your kitchen is big enough for guests when you start entertaining.

Building a home from the ground up should be fun! You get to put in all of your personality and pick out almost everything yourself. Want the walls to be bright pink? Done! Love shag carpet? No one can stop you! This is all you, and you deserve to have a great time doing it. You will be living in the house after all. Take this chance of building your dream home from the ground up, and make it so perfect for you. If you're ready to take on the task of building a house from the ground-up, get some practice with this quiz, and as a bonus, we'll guess your relationship status!

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