Custom Home Builders in Costa Rica Tailored to Your Vision
Building a custom home in Costa Rica is about more than just construction—it’s about creating a space that reflects your lifestyle, vision, and dreams. At TiConstru, we specialize in personalized designs and turnkey solutions, ensuring every project is tailored to meet the unique needs of expats. With years of experience and a commitment to quality, we’re here to make your dream home a reality in this tropical paradise.
Why Choose TiConstru as Your Custom Home Builders in Costa Rica?
Expertise in Building Custom Homes for Foreign Clients
Building a home in a different country can be challenging, especially when you are unfamiliar with local regulations, environmental conditions, and construction practices. TiConstru specializes in working with international clients, providing:
- Local Expertise: We handle all local permitting, site preparation, and construction, ensuring compliance with Costa Rican regulations.
- Transparent Communication: Regular updates, progress photos, and detailed reports keep you informed every step of the way, making it easy to manage the project remotely.
- Turnkey Solutions: From land selection to design, construction, and final delivery, we provide end-to-end services that cover everything—so you don’t have to worry about a thing.
Building in Guanacaste, Puntarenas, and GAM
- Guanacaste: Known for its stunning beaches and warm climate, Guanacaste is a top choice for building a luxury villa or an eco-friendly retreat. Our deep understanding of this area’s environment ensures the durability and quality of your home.
- Puntarenas: Popular for coastal areas like Jaco, Hermosa and Manuel Antonio, Puntarenas offers opportunities to build homes with breathtaking ocean views. TiConstru specializes in building for these coastal conditions, offering solutions that address the unique challenges of building near the ocean.
- Greater Metropolitan Area (GAM): If urban convenience is your priority, the GAM provides a great blend of city amenities and residential comfort. TiConstru designs homes with energy efficiency and smart use of space to maximize urban living.
Benefits of Building with TiConstru
Custom Design & Personalization
- We believe that a custom home should reflect your personality and needs. Our design team works closely with you to develop a layout and features that match your lifestyle—whether it’s an open-plan living area, a spacious outdoor deck, or sustainable energy solutions.
Turnkey Approach for Convenience
- Our turnkey service means you can delegate all responsibilities to us, reducing stress and minimizing your need to be on-site. We manage everything, from design to final delivery, giving you a ready-to-move-in home with no complications.
Quality Craftsmanship & Modern Amenities
- TiConstru uses high-quality materials and integrates modern amenities, such as energy-efficient technologies, smart home features, and elegant finishes. We build homes to North American standards while taking advantage of Costa Rica’s natural beauty.
Legal Compliance & Peace of Mind
- We navigate Costa Rica’s complex permitting process for you, ensuring that all legal requirements are met. With TiConstru, you can build with confidence knowing that every aspect of your home is compliant with local laws.
The Home Building Process
Step 1: Planning & Design
- We start by understanding your vision and translating it into architectural plans. Our designers incorporate your needs, making sure the final design aligns with your lifestyle.
Step 2: Permitting & Site Preparation
- Once the design is ready, we handle all the necessary permits and prepare the site for construction, ensuring all legal and technical requirements are in place.
Step 3: Construction & Customization
- Depending on your preferences, we proceed with the construction using methods that suit your site and budget, such as block construction, prefabricated construction, or the Steel system.
Step 4: Finishing & Utility Installation
- Roofing, flooring, cabinets, electrical wiring, and plumbing are installed according to the design plan. We ensure that every detail meets the highest quality standards.
Step 5: Final Inspection & Handover
- Before handing over the keys, we perform a final inspection to ensure every aspect of your home is perfect and ready for you to move in.
Custom Home Pricing & Inclusions
Our custom home building services in Costa Rica start at $120 per square foot (or $1,200 per square meter). This cost includes:
Included:
- Design & Planning: Work with our architects to design a home that fits your vision.
- Permitting & Engineering: Full handling of all necessary permits and engineering work.
- Structural & Interior Features:
- Ceramic tile floors.
- Custom kitchen and bathroom cabinets.
- Cathedral-style ceilings with solid tropical wood.
- Custom doors and windows.
- Light fixtures and ceiling fans.
- Spanish-style steel roofing to mimic traditional clay tiles.
- Hot water system.
- Regular Progress Updates: Including photos to keep you connected to your project.
Not Included:
- Landscaping & Exterior Features: Available as an additional service.
- Furnishings & Appliances: Interior furniture and major kitchen appliances are not included.
- Air Conditioning: Available for an extra $1,500 per unit.
- Swimming Pool: Available as an optional feature.
- Driveway Paving & Custom Security Systems: Available upon request.
Construction Methods Available
Concrete Block Construction
- Ideal for long-term durability and thermal insulation, block construction is well-suited for single-story structures in both urban and coastal areas.
Bilka System
- A modern option that comes with a light steel house model produced by bending and durable galvanized steel in the factory environment by applying insulation material and betopan coating on it. It provides a lot of structural advantages.
Prefabricated Construction
- Prefabricated homes offer an affordable and efficient solution, with components manufactured off-site and quickly assembled. This method is ideal for those looking for a faster construction process, particularly in the GAM.
Payment Schedule & Timeline
To keep the process smooth and transparent, we have a structured payment plan:
- $2,500 Deposit: To begin the design phase.
- 25% Payment: To start blueprints and permitting.
- 25% Payment: At the beginning of foundation and structural work.
- 25% Payment: Upon starting the roof installation.
- 20% Payment: To begin ceramic flooring and painting.
- 5% Final Payment: Upon completion and inspection by the owner.
Estimated Construction Timeline: Typically, it takes 9 to 12 months from start to finish, depending on the complexity and size of your project.
Ready to Build Your Custom Home in Costa Rica?
With TiConstru as your trusted custom home builders in Costa Rica, you can enjoy a hassle-free experience, bringing your dream home to life with professional expertise, transparent communication, and high-quality results.
Contact us today for a consultation, and let’s start building the home you’ve always imagined in Costa Rica.
Ticonstru offers a complete turnkey service, handling every aspect from land selection, design, permitting, and construction to the final delivery of a ready-to-move-in home. They ensure compliance with local regulations and provide regular updates throughout the process, making it easy for international clients to manage their projects remotely.
Ticonstru specializes in building in Guanacaste, Puntarenas, and the Greater Metropolitan Area (GAM). Each location has unique offerings, from luxury beachfront villas to urban homes designed for energy efficiency and smart use of space.
The starting price for custom home construction is approximately $120 per square foot (or $1,200 per square meter). This price includes services like design, permitting, engineering, and interior features such as custom kitchen cabinets and energy-efficient technologies.
Ticonstru emphasizes transparent communication, providing regular progress reports, photos, and detailed updates to keep clients informed at every stage of the construction process. This allows clients, especially those abroad, to manage their projects without being physically present.
Ticonstru follows a structured payment plan, beginning with a $2,500 deposit for the design phase. Subsequent payments are made at different stages of construction, such as 25% upon starting the foundation, another 25% for roof installation, and the final 5% upon project completion and inspection.
