A small number of words in the English language can function as a noun, verb, adjective, and adverb. Home is one of these words; always related to a sense of place where one lives. During a recent discussion with custom home builder, Ron Boshaw of Boshaw Residential, LLC., we asked Ron how the definition of home has influenced his homebuilding business in Bluffton and Hilton Head over the past 18 years.

“Early in my career, I was taught the difference between a house and a home. A HOUSE is defined as a physical structure, representing a specific type of building, while a HOME is characterized by its personal significance to individuals. It is the location that a person relates to emotionally as the place where they live, where the most intimate parts of their life occur,” shares Ron. Boshaw Residential specializes in creating residences that offer a profound sense of place for their homeowners, places they feel “at home.” Like many coastal builders, Boshaw has seen Bluffton and Hilton Head communities transition from mostly retired, empty nester residences to active family homes, often with multi-generational living quarters. This evolution has resulted in the need not only for larger homes but, also, for recreational spaces relevant to the residents to be included in home plans. “While many areas of the country are seeing a trend in downsizing, our local market is seeing a resurgence of the family size home, which can accommodate the immediate family often including several generations, guests, and in-home recreation,” notes Boshaw.

“Early in my career, I was taught the difference between a house and a home. A HOUSE is defined as a physical structure, representing a specific type of building, while a HOME is characterized by its personal significance to individuals. It is the location that a person relates to emotionally as the place where they live, where the most intimate parts of their life occur,” shares Ron. Boshaw Residential specializes in creating residences that offer a profound sense of place for their homeowners, places they feel “at home.” Like many coastal builders, Boshaw has seen Bluffton and Hilton Head communities transition from mostly retired, empty nester residences to active family homes, often with multi-generational living quarters. This evolution has resulted in the need not only for larger homes but, also, for recreational spaces relevant to the residents to be included in home plans. “While many areas of the country are seeing a trend in downsizing, our local market is seeing a resurgence of the family size home, which can accommodate the immediate family often including several generations, guests, and in-home recreation,” notes Boshaw.

A HOUSE is defined as a physical structure, representing a specific type of building, while a HOME is characterized by “ its personal significance to individuals. –Ron Boshaw

Whether new construction or a renovation, building a home starts with clear communication between the homeowner and the homebuilder about the home design, use of space, expectations, time constraints, and budget. To design a home which meets the personal needs of a specific family, the client must communicate to the builder who will be living in the home, how spaces will be used, and any unique features in space planning and interior finish which are desired. By collaborating on these features, the builder and homeowner can clearly delineate expectations for the build and establish a budget. “Partnering with an experienced builder that understands building costs, is in good standing with local supply houses, and is financially stable is key to the project success,” states Boshaw. “The worst build projects are the ones that do not meet a client’s expectations and underestimate the time and cost of the project.” Today’s HOME serves not only as a residence for families and as a significant financial investment, but also as emotional support for each person who occupies it. To build a HOME, one must plan meticulously from beginning to end.

ARTICLE PROVIDED BYRON BOSHAW, BOSHAW RESIDENTIAL