Embarking on a major home renovation can be quite the adventure. From the excitement of exploring new possibilities to the anticipation of the final result, it’s only natural to experience a mix of emotions. You’re not alone.

The good news? With the right steps and professionals on your team, you’ll gain the confidence and support to navigate the entire process, leaving no room for doubt to creep in. So, where is the best place to begin? Let’s find out.

P.S. Stick around until the end for an exciting pre-renovation workbook that will help you kick-start your project with ease!

Step 1: Discover Your Style

If you’re unsure where to begin, start by immersing yourself in research and exploring various home designs to gather inspiration. Remember, the goal isn’t to make final decisions, but to develop a clear understanding of your preferences and most importantly, how you want to feel in your home.

To streamline the process, create a list of your top priorities and divide them into must-haves and nice-to-haves. This way, you’ll have a clear vision of what elements are non-negotiable. Additionally, we always provide our clients with a helpful lifestyle questionnaire to understand their unique needs.

By combining your inspiration photos, priority list, and questionnaire, we can work together to identify common themes and seamlessly incorporate them into your home design. The result? A space that authentically reflects you.

Step 2: Plan Your Investment

Setting an investment goal for your project is absolutely necessary, but don’t forget to be realistic. Take the time to gather information and gain valuable insights into the actual expenses associated with your renovation. Research the durability, availability, and pricing of materials to ensure they align with your goals. 

When you have a designer on your team, this step becomes sooo much easier. With our in-depth understanding of materials and their quality levels, we can guide you in making selections that suit both your lifestyle and investment goals. After your approval, we will select all materials and procure orders in advance, ensuring there are no delays or long lead times. Then, we’ll present the plans to your builder and contractor, saving you the extra step. Win!

Step 3: Talk to an Interior Designer

Many people make the mistake of hiring a builder or contractor first. But as you can tell, there’s a lot of groundwork to cover before the demolition begins! That’s where an interior designer comes into play. We understand that interiors shape your daily living experience and directly impact the functionality of your home.

Bonus: we’ll use our extensive network of experts to help you assemble (and manage) the best team for your project.

Download Your Pre-Renovation Guidebook

Exciting news! We’ve created a helpful workbook to assist you along on your renovation journey. It’s filled with fun exercises to guide you through the process of:

• Setting your project objectives

• Discovering your style

• Defining your budget

• Estimating your timeline

• Assembling your team

Safe to say that with this resource in hand, you’ll be well-prepared to begin on your renovation journey with confidence.

Still searching for the right designer for your project? I’d love to chat with you about your goals. Reach out here, and let’s see if we’re a good fit for each other.