Taylor Morrison design center upgrades can add roughly $5,000-$60,000 or more to a new-home contract, depending on the community, floor plan, included allowances, and selected finishes. Cabinetry, flooring, countertops, electrical options, and structural changes are common cost drivers; the builder’s current price sheet and written quote are the best source for exact prices.
| Item | Low | Average | High | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Design center selections | $5,000 | $20,000 | $60,000+ | Incremental options above included features |
| Kitchen finish package | $2,000 | $7,500 | $20,000+ | Cabinets, counters, backsplash, and fixtures |
| Flooring upgrade | $3-$7 per sq ft | $8-$15 per sq ft | $16-$30+ per sq ft | Installed price varies by product and area |
| Lighting and electrical | $300 | $1,500 | $5,000+ | Fixtures, outlets, and added circuits |
What Taylor Morrison design center upgrades typically cost
For a standard-size new home with midrange selections, a practical starting budget is $10,000-$30,000 beyond the builder’s included specifications. A limited set of finish changes may stay near $5,000-$10,000; premium finishes, extra rooms, and layout changes can raise selections to $40,000-$60,000 or higher.
These are planning ranges, not Taylor Morrison’s published national menu prices. Options, package names, promotional allowances, and availability differ by community and release. Compare the upgrade price with the value of the included feature being replaced, rather than treating the entire option price as an added cost.
Assumptions: U.S. new construction, standard access, and prices above included builder-grade selections; local taxes and community-specific packages may differ.
How cabinets, flooring, and counters shape the quote
A design center quote typically combines product upgrades with installation or builder coordination charges. The table gives broad installed or incremental ranges; actual charges depend on the home’s size, selected product, and what the base price already includes.
| Upgrade category | Materials | Labor or installation | Typical total | Price driver |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cabinet finish or style | $1,500-$8,000 | $500-$3,000 | $2,000-$11,000 | Door style, finish, and kitchen size |
| Countertops | $40-$120 per sq ft | $15-$40 per sq ft | $55-$160 per sq ft | Quartz, natural stone, edge, and cutouts |
| Flooring | $2-$20 per sq ft | $2-$10 per sq ft | $4-$30 per sq ft | Material and number of rooms |
| Lighting or electrical | $100-$1,500 | $150-$1,000 | $250-$2,500 | Fixture count and wiring changes |
| Structural options | $1,000-$15,000+ | $1,000-$10,000+ | $2,000-$25,000+ | Engineering and framing scope |
Labor figures are estimates where separately applicable; builder pricing may bundle materials, installation, overhead, and warranty support into a single option charge. Per-square-foot flooring quotes should specify included rooms, transitions, underlayment, and removal if applicable.
Which room sizes and material grades raise prices fastest
Flooring cost changes sharply with coverage: upgrading 1,000 sq ft at $8-$15 per sq ft adds about $8,000-$15,000, while limiting the selection to 500 sq ft cuts that exposure roughly in half. A whole-home hardwood or premium tile selection can exceed $20,000, especially when stairs or complex layouts are included.
Countertop pricing also depends on area and fabrication. A 50-sq-ft kitchen at $55-$160 per sq ft pencils out to $2,750-$8,000 before any separate sink, edge, or backsplash charges. Structural changes such as a covered patio, added windows, or a modified room layout may begin around $2,000 and exceed $25,000 when engineering or substantial framing is required. Ask whether a quoted amount is for the entire option or priced by room, opening, or square foot.
How design center prices vary across U.S. markets
Builder upgrade prices may run about 10%-25% higher in high-cost metro markets than in lower-cost markets, reflecting labor, delivery, and local demand. A community with limited supplier choices can also price differently from another Taylor Morrison community, even within the same state.
Regional comparisons are not a guaranteed discount schedule. Climate, local code requirements, product availability, and the builder’s contracted vendors can affect both the options offered and their prices. Compare the written selections list for the specific community, not another buyer’s online estimate. Use local quotes as a reasonableness check, not as proof that the builder must match outside pricing.
What installation, delivery, and change orders can add
Some selection prices include installation, while others may carry separate charges for specialty fixtures, added wiring, upgraded appliance connections, or nonstandard layouts. Confirm whether delivery, installation, trim pieces, and any required accessories are included before signing the selection sheet.
Late changes can be limited once construction reaches a particular stage. A change may require a new quote, schedule adjustment, or fee, and some options may no longer be available after ordering. The contract and community policy determine the terms; there is no single national change-order fee. Get the deadline and cancellation or revision rules in writing before approving selections.
Three upgrade budgets for common new-home selections
A smaller package might include upgraded kitchen counters, a lighting allowance, and flooring in selected living areas. For 500 sq ft of flooring at $8-$15 per sq ft, $3,000-$5,000 in countertop changes, and $500-$1,500 in lighting, the estimated total is about $7,500-$14,000.
A midrange package could cover 1,000 sq ft of flooring, broader cabinet changes, and counters across a typical kitchen: roughly $8,000-$15,000 for flooring, $2,000-$8,000 for cabinets, and $3,000-$8,000 for counters. The combined estimate is around $13,000-$31,000. A larger premium package with whole-home premium flooring, upgraded cabinetry, counters, fixtures, and one structural option may total $35,000-$75,000 or more. These examples are planning estimates, not published Taylor Morrison package prices.
When builder upgrades beat later replacements
Builder-installed upgrades can be convenient because products are selected and scheduled with the build, but convenience does not automatically mean the lowest price. A buyer may find a comparable finish for less after closing, yet later work can involve removal, disposal, labor, and disruption. Flooring replacement after move-in may add $1-$5 per sq ft for removal and disposal, depending on material and local rates.
Compare equivalent specifications: product grade, coverage, installation, warranty, and whether the builder’s base feature has a usable credit. For structural or electrical changes, post-closing work may be more complicated than finish replacement. Evaluate the total installed cost and disruption, not just the design center line item.
How to trim a Taylor Morrison selections budget
Set a maximum upgrade amount before the appointment and rank selections by daily use. Prioritize hard-to-change choices, such as layout, wiring, and certain built-ins, then compare cosmetic upgrades that can be replaced later. Keep premium flooring or counters to high-use rooms if the same finish throughout the home is not essential.
Ask the consultant to show the included specification beside each upgrade and identify the exact incremental charge. Request a written itemized quote, check for duplicate charges across packages, and confirm whether an allowance or promotion is already applied. Scope control and like-for-like comparisons are the most dependable ways to prevent a selections total from drifting beyond budget.