Houzz

I always encourage clients early on to explore Houzz.com and start building a file of both "likes & "dislikes", this creates a great springboard into a project. 

Creative Design Execution

Using creative design during renovation and updating projects will provide a chance to execute desired structural improvements. When opening kitchens into adjacent rooms take your time to uncover these opportunities you will never look back. 

Fact From Fiction

Homebuyers first fall in love with the house and then wonder whether or not hidden items may need repairs. Buyers know what they like and can quickly visually spot things that are appealing, however it's much harder to spot things that they have less experience with.  As a result getting a high-quality thorough home inspection is of great importance, this truly helps to separate fact from fiction. 

Experience the Foundation to Design

When clients learn of a contractors experience with a wide variety of projects it helps to put their mind at ease and allows them to focus on the fun part of the project - the design.

Popular Size

The most popular size of a bathroom remodel is 150 sq', a kitchen remodel is 200 sq' and a average basement or attic buildout is 400 sq'

Budgeting for Outcome

Client engaged remodelers typically provide multiple budgets when discussing options for enhancing a home whether it's a kitchen or a outdoor living area. Adaptive budgeting can create a relaxed environment for reviewing plans and will have an effect on the final outcome. I typically recommend working with ranges and then "fine-tune" based on continuous involvement with the client or their designer. In the end this helps all parties remain engaged during the project and impacts the creative result. 

Vendor Relationships are Valuable to Homeowners

Experienced remodelers and improvement contractors want supplier relationships that enhance their own client relationships. As a result most vendors support this philosophy and improve their customer support by offering a single point of contact, designer services and responsiveness to a homeowners desire to thoroughly understand available options.