Winston Churchill
"We shape our dwellings and afterwards our dwellings shape our lives."
AN INTERVIEW WITH ANNETTE DENHAM
Hiring a designer: How does it work?
All designers work differently. At UK and B our first step is to schedule a 30 minute Get Acquainted Telephone Call to discuss your needs and scope of the project. Since our top priority is working collaboratively with our clients... we want to make sure that we are a good fit for you and the project.
How do you charge?
Every client's project is unique, so until we can establish our role in your project... that is a challenging question to answer. After we are able to determine the scope, we will be able to provide an estimate.
What will our project cost?
How much time do you have? The sky is pretty much the limit when it comes to remodeling your kitchen or bath... and your personal style, the room size and material selections will contribute greatly in determining that answer. It is always best to have a pre-determined budget for your project.
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How do we get started, and what is the next step?
If Annette determines that we our a good match for your project. Our design process begins after we have received from you our customized client design agreement signed, along with a retainer.
Do we need to use your contractor or architect?
No. Annette will work with your builder, or tradespeople if they are licensed contractors or tradespeople.
Do I have to make purchases through you?
No. You are welcome to make purchases on your own, however we highly recommend against it. Most homeowners that take on that responsibility do so because they have expectations of saving themselves money.
Unfortunately, most homeowners do not always order the right product... and they may end up having to pay a restocking fee and wait for the product with the correct specifications to arrive. In the end, they cause construction delays... sometimes resulting in contractors moving onto another job, which ultimately costs time, money and frustration.
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Does it cost more to purchase product from you?
No. Manufacturers sell product directly to their dealers or through trade only sources, which allows us to be competitive or save you money.
How long will my project take?
From design through completion or from demo through completion? Every project is unique and althrough there is no such thing a typical remodel project...
A new kitchen (tear-out, not a face-lift) can take 2-4 months to design and 2 months-1 year to build.
A new master bathroom averages 2-3 months to design and can take 1-3 months to build. A new custom home design from start to finish generally takes 3-4 months to layout and plan all the details. As with any remodel project, the scope and size along with your decision making ability throughout the design + construction processes contribute directly to the timeline.
What is your style?
We do not have a particular style. Our clients' preferences, the architecture of the home and it's natural surroundings, as well as the budget dictate the style direction. UK and B believes in not over-styling a space but with an emphasis to create a space reflective of the clients' needs, functionability and personality.
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No. Manufacturers sell product directly to their dealers or through trade only sources, which allows us to be competitive or save you money.
How long will my project take?
From design through completion or from demo through completion? Every project is unique and althrough there is no such thing a typical remodel project...
A new kitchen (tear-out, not a face-lift) can take 2-4 months to design and 2 months-1 year to build.
A new master bathroom averages 2-3 months to design and can take 1-3 months to build. A new custom home design from start to finish generally takes 3-4 months to layout and plan all the details. As with any remodel project, the scope and size along with your decision making ability throughout the design + construction processes contribute directly to the timeline.
What is your style?
We do not have a particular style. Our clients' preferences, the architecture of the home and it's natural surroundings, as well as the budget dictate the style direction. UK and B believes in not over-styling a space but with an emphasis to create a space reflective of the clients' needs, functionability and personality.
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What do you expect of your clients?
Great question! The most important ingredient for us is to be able to work with a responsive client who stays engaged in the process.
Designing is a collaborative team effort. As your designer our job is to interpret what ultimately works best for you with your help.
The process of remodeling can and will be at times a challenging, frustrating experience. Clients need to be able to make difficult decisions on a timely basis and they need to be able to communicate. It does not matter how many times you have actually remodeled a kitchen or bath... every project has its' own set of challenges.
I like my clients to know, remember and appreciate that a kitchen remodel or a bathroom remodel is not just about remodeling that space... it directly impacts them, forever. Your new space will change your habits or routines, and you will create new ones... the way you see yourself will change.
Up-Grading your space... Up-Grades You!
Great question! The most important ingredient for us is to be able to work with a responsive client who stays engaged in the process.
Designing is a collaborative team effort. As your designer our job is to interpret what ultimately works best for you with your help.
The process of remodeling can and will be at times a challenging, frustrating experience. Clients need to be able to make difficult decisions on a timely basis and they need to be able to communicate. It does not matter how many times you have actually remodeled a kitchen or bath... every project has its' own set of challenges.
I like my clients to know, remember and appreciate that a kitchen remodel or a bathroom remodel is not just about remodeling that space... it directly impacts them, forever. Your new space will change your habits or routines, and you will create new ones... the way you see yourself will change.
Up-Grading your space... Up-Grades You!