How Does the Design/Build Concept Work?

Design

First, we meet you at your home to talk about your ideas and budget range. We like to meet at your home so we can get an accurate sense of your home's character and potential. Often times, we have you fill out a survey to get an even better idea of what your needs are.

Images pulled from a variety of sources such as magazines, pamphlets, or the internet help us get a visual understanding of the look and feel you have in mind. Our favorite magazines are: This Old House, Fine Homebuilding, American Bungalow, Natural Home, and Metropolitan Home. A trip to the Tattered Cover will overwhelm you with a large number of idea books, the best of which are The Not So Big House series, The Kitchen Idea book, and The Bathroom Idea book.

Details

Once we have all agreed that we're headed in the same direction, we begin the process of design. You will come to our office to go over design ideas and talk about the best options to maximize your space. Finish materials such as flooring, countertops, appliances, and cabinets are generally chosen once we know where they will be going in your new space. Occasionally, you may have a great vintage stove or antique table that needs special consideration in the design process.

Construction

Our next move is to acquire all the necessary building permits from the City. Once those are set in place, we can begin construction. We will help you with preparation before and during the remodel. Prior to groundbreaking, the Production Manager will meet with you, the Homeowner, and the Project Supervisor, who will oversee all the work performed on your remodel. This ensures that everyone understands the scope and goals of your project. During construction, you will have daily updates from the Project Supervisor and access to the Production Manager with any questions that may come up.