- Introductory Meeting
- Design Retainer
- Project Documentation
- Initial Concept
- Design Development
- Formal Review
- Material Purchases
- Delivery
- Installation
The Introduction meeting is usually 1-2 hours held in your
home free of charge. It’s purpose is to insure that everyone
reaches a comfort level which is critical before the creative
process can begin. During this meeting Jason will learn about
your existing environment and discuss your wants and needs
for the new space. In return, you will have the opportunity
to review his portfolio so that you may better understand
his design sensibilities. Lastly, Jason will want to discuss
the potential budget and timing for the project. It is always
helpful that all key decision makers be present at this initial
meeting.
Once you are comfortable with both the creative and financial
aspects of your project you will be ready to retain Amazing
Spaces. Based on the scope of the project, a fixed design
fee (retainer) along with a signed
“Design Service Agreement” will be necessary
in order to initiate the design process. Please contact Jason
to learn more about the various levels of service available.
This is the critical stage of the process when Jason measures
your space (if applicable) and reviews your “wish list”
in detail. This is also a good time to share any pictures
or documentation that you have collected in preparation for
your project. For example, in the case of a kitchen renovation
- items such as appliances, storage needs, cooking habits,
style, workflow, material preferences, and spatial communication
are discussed. It is from this meeting that the design begins
to take shape.
It usually takes between one and three weeks before Jason’s
initial design concept is complete and ready for presentation.
This meeting can be held either at your home or at the office
of Amazing Spaces. Depending on the complexity of the space,
one or more design concepts may be reviewed. This meeting
will communicate the vision for the space and begin the process
of material selections. If major design revisions are necessary
then another design concept review will be scheduled.
Once the initial design concept is accepted then further
detailing of the project begins. During this phase, the design
as it relates to interior fittings and accessories, exterior
moldings and ornamentation, color and texture, is further
developed over the course of several meetings. Before final
decisions are made, Jason will present the projected project
costs as they relate to material selections (cabinetry, countertops,
construction costs, etc).
Once all the decisions have been made a final set of drawings
(see
example) will be prepared along with the complete
project cost. It is during this meeting that all decisions
and details are reviewed one final time before the contract
documents (if applicable) can be prepared. Final changes are
made if necessary.
In order to move forward with the purchase of cabinetry from
Amazing Spaces LLC, the contract documents (final drawings
& “Purchase
Agreement”) must be signed and accompanied by a 50%
deposit. Lead time for cabinetry ranges between 7 – 12
weeks depending on the manufacturer chosen.
Delivery is supervised by Amazing Spaces so that we can make
sure that your cabinetry is complete and free of defects.
In the unlikely event any items are damaged or missing; Jason
will resolve the issue expeditiously in order to complete
your project in a timely manner. Final payment for the materials
is due upon delivery.
A professional installation of your kitchen is arguably the
most important phase of the entire project. A successful installation
will showcase your cabinetry and provide many years of trouble
free service. Skill and artistry are necessary to make your
kitchen look great – a professional installer will have
both. Amazing Spaces does not directly provide the labor for
the installation but does recommend a select group of craftsmen
that they have worked with over the years. Jason will provide
a numbered installation plan along with an “Installation
Guide” to the contractor/carpenter who will be responsible
for the cabinet installation. Jason will make routine visits
during the installation and will be available at all times
to answer questions and solve any problems that may arise.
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