You’ve saved up. You’ve bought land. You even have an architect. So why do some dream homes still turn into real-life regrets? Many Kenyans find out—painfully—that poor architectural planning can lead to everything from structural headaches to living spaces that just don’t feel right.

Here’s the kicker: most of these mistakes are avoidable.

Before the first brick is laid, the blueprint should already be perfect. Everything else depends on it.

1. Ignoring Natural Light

Kenyans often underestimate the role of natural light. Your house may look good on paper, but poor window placement can make rooms feel dull and cold. Think of lighting not just as a utility—but as mood and energy.

2. Poor Flow of Spaces

If your kitchen opens into the bathroom corridor or your master bedroom sits right next to a noisy garage, you’ve got a layout problem. A good floor plan ensures privacy, comfort, and logical transitions.

3. Not Designing for Climate

Kenya isn’t just hot—it’s selectively hot. Kisumu’s heat isn’t the same as Limuru’s chill. Builders must consider orientation for breeze flow, wall thickness, and roofing materials for the specific region.

4. Overlooking Future Expansion

We’re all about progress, right? So why build a house that you can’t grow into? Many forget to leave space for future additions—an upstairs floor, another bedroom, or even a rental wing.

5. Cutting Corners on Professional Advice

Maybe the guy at the hardware store seems like he knows what he’s talking about. But relying on non-professionals is one of the biggest mistakes you can make in the planning phase. At Lanny Builders, we work closely with certified architects to make sure your dream makes structural and functional sense.

Cheap plans are expensive in the long run. Quality design pays off for life.

What Lanny Builders Brings to the Table

We don’t just build. We assess, advise, and partner with professionals to ensure that when you walk into your new home, it feels right—not just because it’s new, but because it’s built to suit your life.