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What to expect from a scheduled consultation with one of our designers?

• Consultation will be held at one of our showrooms.
• Designer will get to know you & your needs/lifestyle.
• Discuss design goals & how to achieve them.
• Budget guidance & price point product options.
• Timeline for your project.

What to bring to this meeting?

• Floor plans or measurements.
• Any pictures or visual aids or preferred design styles.
• Ideas of what accessories/features you want in your design.

*Scheduled consultations are more involved than walk-in appointments, but you may walk-in, call or email to schedule a consultation.

Here is what to expect from a site visit…

• Designer will take professional measurements.
• Designer will evaluate the space & map out the layout.
• Designer will address your design goals & styles.
• Designer will ask if there is any special needs or functional details required in your new design.

What you should have prepared for the visit…

• Minimize distractions by turning phone to vibrate.
• Limit children & pets access to the space.
• This is a great time to express your design vision for the space, if you have one.

*This step does require a retainer fee that will go toward your project. This shows us your commitment to the project & covers travel cost & design fees. Thank you for understanding!

What does this mean?

Your designer will now start the design process. After gathering all the information from your first consultation & site visit, it is time to design. Your design will be based on your wishlist, lifestyle, & budget.

What happens?

• Detailed floor plan
• 2020 Rendering (3-D drawing)
• Cost Estimate (based on your product preferences & budget)
• Hand drawings (sometimes) to showcase more detail

*These designs are not final. They are rough draft ideas based on your previous meetings & can be changed to make your dream space come true.

Once the 2020 renderings are finished & ready to present, your designer will contact you to set up another consultation. During this consultation your new space will start to come to life!

You Will Be Presented With:

• Your own 2020 renderings
• Cost Estimate
• Designer’s product selections

Product Selections May Include: (Depending on your services)

• Color Selection
• Cabinetry, Countertop, Flooring, Hardware, & Tile Samples
• Light Fixtures, Plumbing, & other design suggestions
• Appliance advice

*If needed – changes will be made at a follow-up meeting.

Sometimes scheduling a third consultation to finalize product selection is a must. We want your new space to be exactly how you want it!

Final Product Selections:

• Your final decision on cabinetry, countertops, flooring, etc.
• Placing a deposit to order your materials.
• Signature stating ready to order items.

Ordering Product:

After we receive a deposit, our designer will order your materials. They will then directly contact your contractors & schedule the necessary installations. Allowing you to stay at ease & stress free during the design process.

*Keep in mind, that there will be an additional charge for any changes made on materials after they have been ordered.

Now reality hits & your dream space is under construction! We offer project management for clients who are not working directly with their contractor. For an extra fee, your designer will be checking in at the job site throughout this phase. They do this to ensure your contractors and subcontractors (plumbers, tile contractors, etc.) are installing your product correctly based on what you discussed in your previous appointments.

Tips During The Kitchen Construction Phase:

• Create a makeshift kitchen in a different room or your house with: microwave, toaster oven, toaster, & refrigerator.
• Plan simple means or enjoy a lot of t.v. dinners.
• Use paper plates & disposable utensils.

*Plan for the remodel to take longer than expected. For example, if given an ETA of 2 months plan on 3 or 4. Contractors & product supply isn’t always in the hands of your designers.

Woohoo! Now your dream space is right in front of you! We want your space to be exactly how you envisioned it.

That is why we give you a finished job pamphlet which includes:

• All of your product warranties
• Cleaning guide lines
• How-to Manuals
• Design Plans & Product Selection.

*Please, don’t hesitate to call us with any questions. Our relationship is not over because the design process ended.