08 Jun Thing to consider when renovating
If you are thinking about renovating or remodelling there are certain aspects to be taken into account to make sure everything runs smoothly and to avoid unpleasant surprises in the final outcome.
The first thing should be to think about the reason behind the renovation and the purpose it serves. Our focus should be on the needs that have to be satisfied, not on the solutions, that’s where professionals come in. Experts in decoration and renovation will give us ideas on how to make the best use of space and adapt styles, references of materials and finishings and they will also offer the necessary contractors and the monitoring of the whole process.
During the interview with the decorator it is essential that we convey our “wish list”, with images to express the style with which we feel most identified, explain our life-style, our hobbies, our tastes and, obviously, our estimated budget.
It is advisable to shop around requesting different quotes, three is a good number as it allows for comparison and reference. The information we give the potential suppliers must be the same and we should request the same type of quote, in detail, with images or infographics of the possible solutions and a serious commitment to meet deadlines. Quotes should, ideally, be turnkey contracts, where everything, even license applications if necessary, should be included.
Besides the comparison of quotes there is a fundamental factor that is bound to be the most deterrent, our sixth sense or personal “feeling”. We must rely on who we think has understood us better, meets our needs and offers us greater commitment and seriousness.
Good luck!
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