I agree...but still no reason to build same same here.....adapt and change.
By the way, how much is 2000sqf in metres ??
If as said above, around 350sqm....then that price is simply from a ripoff merchant that will leave you in tears with all the other problems and excuses they would come up with for other ripoff shit.
I built a 450sqm house in bkk with garden and pool and builtin furniture for a lot less.