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Inside Custom Homebuilding: Challenges, Mistakes, and What You Need to Know

Ever wondered what really goes into building a custom luxury home in Miami? In this episode of Better Decisions, I sat down with Canterbury Builders—Louis and Austin—inside one of Pinecrest’s most exceptional custom homes to break it all down. We covered everything from hidden design mistakes to timelines, budgets, quality, and what separates true custom from the spec homes flooding the market.

This one’s for buyers, future homeowners, and anyone who wants to understand what you're really paying for.

Chapters 🔖

• 00:00 – Intro
• 01:07 – Welcome to the Podcast & Guest Intros
• 02:08 – How Canterbury Builders Got Started
• 04:10 – Why They Build Only 2–3 Homes at a Time
• 05:27 – Neighborhoods They Build In
• 07:09 – The Start of a Custom Home Project
• 09:34 – Early Construction Decisions
• 11:24 – Planning Finishes Early
• 14:09 – Avoiding Mistakes Through Weekly Meetings
• 16:42 – Why Custom Homes Take More Time
• 18:13 – Millwork, Electrical & Precision
• 20:05 – The Full Build Timeline
• 21:48 – Helping Clients Visualize the Process
• 23:14 – Why Homeowner Involvement Matters
• 25:14 – Thousands of Micro-Decisions
• 26:00 – How Long It Takes to Finish
• 27:11 – New Materials & Smart Home Tech
• 29:16 – What’s Behind the Walls
• 31:08 – Wall Thickness, Studs & Soundproofing
• 34:16 – French Drains & Building for Miami’s Climate
• 36:52 – Waterproofing & Exterior Details
• 40:17 – How Much Does a True Custom Home Cost?
• 43:12 – Land + Construction Cost Breakdown
• 45:18 – Why These Homes Hold Value
• 48:23 – Tariffs, Labor Shortage & Cost Predictions
• 51:20 – Will Prices Drop or Keep Rising?
• 54:00 – Faux Luxury vs. True Custom
• 55:27 – Final Take: No Shortcuts in Custom Homes

📖 Read the full blog article:
https://luxlifemiamiblog.com/inside-custom-homebuilding-challenges-mistakes-and-what-you-need-to-know

About Our Guests 👷‍♂️👷‍♂️

Louis and Austin of Canterbury Builders are one of Miami’s most respected custom homebuilding teams. With over 40 homes built across Pinecrest, Coral Gables, and Coconut Grove, their focus on craftsmanship, detail, and transparency has made them a go-to name in high-end construction. Known for tackling complex builds and creating generational homes, their insight into building luxury homes from the ground up is unmatched.

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