Design Services for Renovation Projects

LARGER RENOVATIONS

DESIGN SERVICES INCLUDE:

Integrated Design and Decorating   The entire space is considered, including layout, cabinetry and storage, lighting, HVAC, finishes, paint colors, furnishings, and artwork. 

Drafting    Detailed floor plans and elevations are the basis for contractor bids and Board review. 

Materials Selection    An edited selection of tiles, fixtures, lighting, and other materials are suggested. 

Construction Alignment    While a project manager is the key liaison with all parties during live construction, periodic design check-ins ensure the installation aligns with our original vision.

Design services for a typical 1BR gut renovation may average 5-7 hours per week (about $5-7K per month), with time frames of 6-12 months

Larger, more complicated renovations, or when combined with furnishings design, may average 7-10 hours per week (about $7–10K per month), with time frames of 10-24 months

SMALLER RENOVATIONS

For kitchen, bath, or single-room renovations, design services include a scaled-down version of the services at left, and may average $2-5K per month, with time frames of 2–6 months (that may be intermittent). A 20-hour minimum applies.


INDEPENDENT STUDY

Some clients have the confidence to manage their own renovations with minimal guidance. If you just need a little help getting started, consider a stand-alone consultation or an occasional check-in for expert guidance, a second opinion, product recommendations. A 20-hour minimum applies.


CONSTRUCTION BUDGETS

We can make a great design with humble or extravagant materials. But contractor labor and project management are likely to be the biggest part of your budget, so you'll want to be informed about going rates. 121Studio does not set contractor pricing, but we try to stay up to date with the market.  Please click through for more information. 

How it Works:


Design 

The designer translates the client's wish list into a creative vision of what the space can become. That vision is realized with the help of several third party specialists. 

See recent projects here.


Approvals

Project reviews are increasingly technical and time consuming. There's an art to presenting your renovation to DOB and management in a way that eases approval. 121studio has a cooperative relationship with a recommended approvals team. 

See details about the process here


Management

121studio has a cooperative relationship with a recommended project manager, who coordinates between the client, designer, contractor, co-op board, and other parties. The project manager also  tracks all materials orders, the budget, and schedule. 

See details about timing here.




Construction

Working closely with contractors ensures the design gets installed as intended. The project manager is a weekly presence at the job site, and the designer consults as needed. 121studio can suggest contractors or work with one of your choosing. 

See typical construction budgets here.

“Don’t be fooled by Clare’s easy demeanor.
She’s an unwavering advocate for the client and the work. 
It’s clear that anything less than the best won’t do.” – Jeff


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