Our Process
Ready to start your project? Here’s what you need to know
step one
Start the Process
Every project begins with an initial design consultation. In this meeting (up to 2 hours), we learn more about you, your project and scope of work. We then take measurements and photos of your space or review the architectural drawings. After the details, we move onto the fun part of understanding your design wish lists, determining timelines and establishing a budget.
Post consultation, we prepare a design service proposal outlining the scope of work discussed and the fee for the next phases of the project. Once the proposal is approved, signed and a retainer is collected, your project begins.
step two
Planning, Design and Presentation
During our initial kick-off meeting, we review and discuss inspirational photos, key details and design elements that most reflect your style and vision. The project is discussed in depth to ensure we have all the information required to lay the foundation for a successful project.
We begin with the concept development to determine the style, look and feel of the space. We do this by creating preliminary vision boards of the spaces we are designing. These are shared and reviewed to make sure we are all on the right track.
Next, are the details. We move into the thorough design drawings that could include anything from floor plans and elevations, millwork drawings, lighting & electrical plans, and furniture layouts. We source and specify trim, interior doors and hardware, tiles and flooring, countertops, plumbing fixtures, light fixtures and furnishings.
Once the design is fully realized, we present all drawings, vision boards, samples and specifications of fixtures and furnishings for approval (depending on project scale, we may break this down into a few meetings for you).
If any revisions are requested, we will fine-tune and source alternatives to make certain you are completely satisfied with the final design plan before moving onto the next phase.
step three
project management
Congratulations the design plans are approved: Now it’s time to get things going! We prepare the full design package for the contractor or tradespeople, complete with all the drawings and finish schedules. The finish schedules document all final finish, material and fixture selections to make the ordering process smooth and easy for the entire construction team to follow.
We then place orders, oversee any deliveries, make any site visits needed to meet with tradespeople, review design details and problem solve should any issues arise. Once the construction is finished, we do an entire overview of the space to ensure all details have been completed.
Last by not least, we finish off the project by adding all the finishing touches. This can include accessories, artwork, window treatments, fixtures and furnishings. These little embellishments transform your new space into your home.