Checklist to Build Your Villa from Scratch

Building a villa from scratch is an exciting process that requires planning, vision, and an expert team. To help you have a clear view of the journey, at Urbimed we have created this practical checklist that summarizes the fundamental stages of the project, from the first idea to the handover of the keys.

✅ 1. Choice of terrain

• Analyze location, views, and accesses

• Verify urban and regulatory compatibility

• Perform geotechnical and topographic studies

✅ 2. Project definition

• Kickoff meeting with architect and builder

• Preliminary sketch of the design and layout

• Estimated budget according to desired qualities

✅ 3. Technical project and licensing

• Drafting the basic and execution project

• Processing of building permit at the town hall

• Environmental and technical permitting management (if applicable)

✅ 4. Start of work and foundations

• Ground preparation and earthworks

• Execution of foundations according to geotechnical study

• Installation of underground pipes (water, electricity, telecommunications)

✅ 5. Structure and enclosures

• Erecting of walls and slabs

• Roof and insulation installation

• Exterior carpentry (windows, doors)

✅ 6. Technical installations

• Electrical, plumbing and air conditioning

• Home automation systems and security

• Renewable energies (solar panels, aerothermal energy)

✅ 7. Interior and exterior finishes

• Coatings, paint, flooring and bathrooms

• Kitchen, lighting and interior carpentry

• Garden, pool, terraces and outdoor elements

✅ 8. Final inspection and handover of keys

• Review of installations and finishes

• Functional tests and certifications

• Final cleaning and delivery to the customer

Ready to get started? At Urbimed we accompany you at every stage so that building your villa is a fluid, transparent and exciting process. Contact us and take the first step with the assurance of being in good hands.