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1. SET REALISTIC GOALS : Kitchen renovations are known for going over on time and budget. Even
the biggest budgets need value engineering. Decide what are the most important elements (i.e.
appliance quality, cabinet quality, better lighting plan, etc.) for you and your family, stick to those
priority items and let them guide your choices. Living through a renovation is not easy, plan for it
accordingly or move out!
2. DO YOUR RESEARCH: Make sure you talk to friends, family and professionals for guidance on
their experience with dierent brands, designers, showrooms and dealers. You are about to spend
a lot of money and time to create function and beauty for your family, do your due diligence and
then trust the professionals.
3. CREATE A BUDGET: A simple Excel spreadsheet will do. We always recommend budgeting, even
if at first the numbers feel like a guess. As designs become finalized you can swap numbers for the
actual costs. There are a lot of moving parts and this helps keep track of not only costs, but ordering
too.
4. HIRE YOUR TEAM: Aer steps 1 - 3 you should be well on your way to find your supporting players
for this renovation. Designers and builders can aid in your budgeting process as well. We recommend
involving a good team from the start for eiciency. You will save time, money and costly mistakes
with professional help. We recommend first reaching out to an interior or kitchen designer, they can
oen recommend vetted contractors and builders.
Kitchen Design Step By Step - Part 1:
Planning, Budgeting & Design