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      "name": "Step 1: The Initial Lifestyle Deep Dive. We kick things off by really understanding *you*. We'll chat about how you cook, sleep, work, entertain, and what kind of storage you need. This isn't about fitting you into a box; it's about designing a home that perfectly supports your daily life, making every inch count.",
      "text": "Step 1: The Initial Lifestyle Deep Dive. We kick things off by really understanding *you*. We'll chat about how you cook, sleep, work, entertain, and what kind of storage you need. This isn't about fitting you into a box; it's about designing a home that perfectly supports your daily life, making every inch count.",
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      "name": "Step 2: Property Assessment. Before any designs get drawn, we look at where your tiny home will live. This involves checking out your land, understanding its topography, and figuring out things like power, water, and drainage. It's crucial because the site dictates a lot about the design and potential regulatory hurdles.",
      "text": "Step 2: Property Assessment. Before any designs get drawn, we look at where your tiny home will live. This involves checking out your land, understanding its topography, and figuring out things like power, water, and drainage. It's crucial because the site dictates a lot about the design and potential regulatory hurdles.",
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      "name": "Step 3: 3D Design Program. This is where your vision really comes to life! Our 3D Design services cover everything from floor plan arrangements and digital sketching to blueprints and architectural services. We'll work one-on-one to create a unique floor-plan, ensuring it aligns with local codes and your specific desires.",
      "text": "Step 3: 3D Design Program. This is where your vision really comes to life! Our 3D Design services cover everything from floor plan arrangements and digital sketching to blueprints and architectural services. We'll work one-on-one to create a unique floor-plan, ensuring it aligns with local codes and your specific desires.",
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      "name": "Step 4: Code Planning and Legal Feasibility. Simultaneously with design, we're considering the regulatory landscape. With over a decade of experience navigating San Diego County and Southern California tiny home requirements, we help ensure your design is not just beautiful but also legal and compliant.",
      "text": "Step 4: Code Planning and Legal Feasibility. Simultaneously with design, we're considering the regulatory landscape. With over a decade of experience navigating San Diego County and Southern California tiny home requirements, we help ensure your design is not just beautiful but also legal and compliant.",
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      "name": "Step 5: Budget and Material Selection. Once the design is solidified, we use it to price out your build. We're committed to making high-quality, custom tiny living accessible, and this step ensures we meet your budget without sacrificing craftsmanship.",
      "text": "Step 5: Budget and Material Selection. Once the design is solidified, we use it to price out your build. We're committed to making high-quality, custom tiny living accessible, and this step ensures we meet your budget without sacrificing craftsmanship.",
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      "name": "Step 6: Construction Commencement. After your 3D Design Program is complete and your deposit is placed, we order initial materials and break ground! Our typical build timeline is 90 days, though custom features can extend this slightly. You'll watch your thoughtful plans transform into your dream home.",
      "text": "Step 6: Construction Commencement. After your 3D Design Program is complete and your deposit is placed, we order initial materials and break ground! Our typical build timeline is 90 days, though custom features can extend this slightly. You'll watch your thoughtful plans transform into your dream home.",
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