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1. Define scope: Create an idea portfolio when at all interested in an exact look. Even sketches can aid in planning. Start this at least six months out to locate theme.

2. Determine budget: Hopefully your budget allows for your wants. But, ‘where to draw the line’ factors are- property value, length at residence, other neighboring sales, and what can we afford right now? All important when deciding how much to spend.

3. Consider function: Are the needed elements ergonomic? Do special needs exist? We will walk you through this with space planning and a lot of measuring.

4. Existing space: Re-work and restore to original, or change to a more modern look? This is YOUR home… what do you want to look at every day? One of my biggest concerns is making your home reflect you.

5. Contractor connections: We have a few Interior Designers to aid in the more involved projects. We will allow you to choose from all three to be certain you are satisfied with the overall approach. We use an architect to submit plans to city. We understand need for code/permits/building practices. We have the ability to locate whatever you may need, offer more thoughts and inspiration prior to start, and render this for your visual interest. We are willing to track down samples before work begins.

6. Placement of features: Which side of home should be open with big windows to landscape, and which side covered for privacy? Is entry located in user-friendly spot? Is fireplace in an unflattering location? Is that door really needed there or can we remove it? All these questions we can answer in a very short walk of your home.

7. Materials used: Do you like wood, concrete, metal, glass, painted drywall, composite materials, green materials, recycled materials, etc? Do you like glass doorknobs or metal? This is important to tying all elements together in the design process.

8. Feature trade-offs: Will you add windows, or arrange for a better lighting system? Will you build the retaining wall needed, or opt for heavy landscape and go with the water feature you always wanted? Do you want extremely efficient heating and cooling, or keep the traditional heat system where all the warmth shoots up above 6′? Will you go with smooth wall finishes throughout, or get more involved with framing extras and spray texture everything? The list is long, so start thinking about what is important to you.

9. Time frame: What is the desired completion date, or is that not a factor? Will all work be performed with client on site or moved out? What will weather conditions hinder or benefit?

10. Monetary schedule: All jobs are different… what will you need to know regarding payments to GC and progress timeline? Do you need to show liquidity if project is over a certain dollar amount?

11. Details during project: Is there something that is not to your liking? Is that door not looking like you thought it would? Is that not the right height for that light fixture after it was installed? Should this be bigger/smaller? Changes cost money, so catching them right after mock up is vital to keeping things as cost effective as possible. This always happens, stay on top of it. Trust that we know what it should look like for optimal impact.