Design Phase for Remodeling and Renovation
Only for renovations, not exteriors.
Step Four: Design Phase for Remodeling and Renovation
After acceptance of the Ballpark Estimate, you as homeowner will give Blue Ribbon the “go ahead” via a Letter of Intent, and the Design Phase begins. The designer or architect takes the project photographs and concept sketches, and uses a 3-D modeling and drafting program to produce design visuals that allow the homeowner to see what their finished project will look like.
You do not have to depend on your imagination. Today’s software allows you see things from many angles - we can even remove a roof and give you a bird’s eye view of your finished project!
You will review floor plans and elevations and analyze them for space planning, suitability and construction feasibility. The best ideas are redrawn and reviewed again. Once the concept is finalized, we print the preliminary drawings. A meeting is scheduled at your home for the trades to review the project. They are given a copy of the plans and may ask you questions about your home. This also gives our clients an opportunity to speak with the high quality people and companies we engage to work on your home. Prior to construction, you as homeowner will select all components and items, because some commodities have long order times.
Construction Documentation
Blue Ribbon then will obtain specific price quotes from siding, framing, HVAC, plumbing and electrical contractors. Depending on the complexity of the project, consultation with a structural engineer may be required. Once quotes are received, we compile the information into a report that includes the following:
- The Project Specifications Sheet contains details such as the calculation of allowances, footing definitions, structural data, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, finish components, options and any work to be performed by the owners (sometimes referred to as “sweat equity”). This document is generally 15-20 pages long.
- The Construction Agreement contains legalities and draw schedules for payments. The content outlines the protections for both the consumer as well as Blue Ribbon.
A two- to three-hour meeting allows the homeowner to review the report, which is typically 20 to 30 pages long, and ask questions for clarity. To finalize the plans for construction, Blue Ribbon will add the information required by the building department. The homeowner and Blue Ribbon Residential Construction will then authorize the project to begin.
This brings us to the next step: Preconstruction.