At Coastal Creek Design, we understand there is a lot to consider before even speaking with a professional team. To help, we’ve built this pre-home renovation checklist to simplify your process.

Determine Your Budget

Determining your budget should always be the first step in any home renovation project. In these early stages, having a range is acceptable as you will likely not yet know the finer details of your project. Budgeting upfront will help guide decision-making and keep expectations in check.

Set Your Remodel Goals

While construction may not officially begin for years, you’ve likely been mentally remodeling your space long before your first design consultation. What rooms will you be changing? What appliances will be needed? What are nice-to-haves and musts? Narrowing your list down and organizing it on paper will help you more easily articulate your ideas to future partners.

Source Your Inspirations

Redesigning a space is a visual process. Keeping a Pinterest board or even creating a physical collage can be useful in fleshing out your vision and may make communicating your desired style simpler when working with a design team. Remember, inspiration can come from anywhere, so do not be afraid to take notes and images of features you see in your day-to-day that you may want to incorporate into your project.

Do Your Research

Home renovation may seem a hefty commitment, but it is very much worth the end result! With this in mind, selecting the right partner for the project is of the utmost importance. Take time to research your options. Consult online reviews. Ask friends and neighbors for recommendations. 

If you require recommendations, our team can provide you with contacts from our trusted network of local professionals and can assist you throughout your project’s bidding process.

Construct Your Timeline

As you outline your project needs and find your partners, you will also need to consider your timeline. Do you have a specific, hard deadline? Is there a time of year that just will or will not work? Spring and summer are the most popular seasons for renovation projects. 

As with any home project, there are times when challenges may arise. While you should always expect projects to keep to schedule, it is important to reserve some level of flexibility for unexpected complications. 

Prepare Your Space

A quality home project often takes time to complete. Once the renovation begins, you will share your space with contractors, designers, etc., until it is transformed. Create a plan before workers set foot on your property to avoid any unnecessary stress caused by loss of space. This tip is especially important for homeowners renovating essential spaces such as kitchens, bathrooms and bedrooms.

Your blueprints are our design!

At Coastal Creek Design, we provide an architectural design process that is both efficient and enjoyable. Our strong local network and close ties with our in-house structural design allow us to accurately advise our clients on their project’s needs. Contact us today to speak with our team!

At Coastal Creek Design, we understand there is a lot to consider before even speaking with a professional team. To help, we’ve built this pre-home renovation checklist to simplify your process.

Determining your budget should always be the first step in any home renovation project. In these early stages, having a range is acceptable as you will likely not yet know the finer details of your project. Budgeting upfront will help guide decision-making and keep expectations in check.

Set Your Remodel Goals

While construction may not officially begin for years, you’ve likely been mentally remodeling your space long before your first design consultation. What rooms will you be changing? What appliances will be needed? What are nice-to-haves and musts? Narrowing your list down and organizing it on paper will help you more easily articulate your ideas to future partners.

Source Your Inspirations

Redesigning a space is a visual process. Keeping a Pinterest board or even creating a physical collage can be useful in fleshing out your vision and may make communicating your desired style simpler when working with a design team. Remember, inspiration can come from anywhere, so do not be afraid to take notes and images of features you see in your day-to-day that you may want to incorporate into your project.

Do Your Research

Home renovation may seem a hefty commitment, but it is very much worth the end result! With this in mind, selecting the right partner for the project is of the utmost importance. Take time to research your options. Consult online reviews. Ask friends and neighbors for recommendations. 

If you require recommendations, our team can provide you with contacts from our trusted network of local professionals and can assist you throughout your project’s bidding process.

Construct Your Timeline

As you outline your project needs and find your partners, you will also need to consider your timeline. Do you have a specific, hard deadline? Is there a time of year that just will or will not work? Spring and summer are the most popular seasons for renovation projects. 

As with any home project, there are times when challenges may arise. While you should always expect projects to keep to schedule, it is important to reserve some level of flexibility for unexpected complications.

Prepare Your Space

A quality home project often takes time to complete. Once the renovation begins, you will share your space with contractors, designers, etc., until it is transformed. Create a plan before workers set foot on your property to avoid any unnecessary stress caused by loss of space. This tip is especially important for homeowners renovating essential spaces such as kitchens, bathrooms and bedrooms.

Your blueprints are our design!

At Coastal Creek Design, we provide an architectural design process that is both efficient and enjoyable. Our strong local network and close ties with our in-house structural design allow us to accurately advise our clients on their project’s needs. Contact us today to speak with our team!