An approximate $6,000 fee is all it takes to get started, with no commitment. PHNX will work with you to create a unique, site-built custom home. That process takes about a month, and upon completion you will have a full Schematic Design set of your concept (plans, elevations, sections and 3-D modeling), Tentative Design and Construction Schedules, and the PHNX 10% Concept Budget. Only if you decide to move forward will you then commit to the full design contract (Typically about $35,000, including the initial $6,000 deposit - but design fees are included in your PHNX 10% Concept Budget) It takes about two months to produce a set of construction documents, and about three months to process through a jurisdiction’s plan review/approval system (although this varies greatly, depending on jurisdiction. PHNX has very little control over this phase of the process, but we do our best to plan for a reasonable length of time and stick to it). Construction of a PHNX Home takes about eight months - much less time than a traditional home, in wood, steel or even ICF. PHNX has analyzed the entire design/build process, finding many opportunities to streamline materials and methods, resulting in a more efficient process from start to finish.