1. Keeps your budget in line.

   The unfortunate thing that happens so often in the building process is the idea for your home cannot be implemented because the design is cost-prohibitive.

   This seems like something anyone who is concerned about the budget can handle by making some minor changes. However, it is a little more complex than that.

   Your designer will consult with the contractor and any of the trades working on your project and present ideas that have been proven to work in other projects and will give you the same impact but at a lower cost. This workaround will save you time, money, and frustration.

2. Client advocate

   Your designer can be a client or what we call a homeowner advocate. There are so many moving parts and details that the designer takes on the role of the liaison between the homeowner and the contractor.

   Ever heard of the term, lost in translation?

   That is a common thing that happens when homeowners communicate their ideas directly to the contractor and can sometimes be less than satisfied with the results.

   Things that are lost in translation can range from the smallest thing like the direction of the tile , to larger things like the layout of the kitchen.

   Working with a professional designer will mitigate these types of miscommunications that leave you less than joyful over the final result of your project.

3. Educational

   There is a whole world of processes that the designer and the contractor are aware of that the homeowner is not. Even if you have remodeled or built before processes and techniques are constantly changing.

   Your designer will be on top of changes and trends as they attend designer events and engage in continuing education as it relates to design The communication with the contractor of how to implement these changes is vital to achieving the best results.

   In turn, the contractor is an expert in code, city laws and regulations, required to get permits. This is one of the most crucial parts of the design process, where the creativity of the designer can be put to the test.

   The task is to develop a workaround or new design that complies with any imposed requirements or mandatory design changes. Your designer will work very closely with the contractor to make the adjustments.

   Aggravation occurs when the homeowner is forced to address these issues alone.

4. Design Management

   On the logistics or the design management on any given project, there are countless coordination and connections that need to take place. While the contractor is lining up all of his sub-contractors, the designer will be coordinating the specifications related to each and every appliance and assurance that all the selections will fit into the cabinetry.

   The designer will also coordinate the delivery schedule of all items for your project that work with the construction timeline.

   These types of logistics can be numerous depending on the size of your project. One detail usually is contingent upon the next.

5. Problem Solving

When problems arise on your Reno or design-build, your designer will work with the contractor to

 resolve them in a manner that is satisfactory to all.

Usually, there is a combination of all the above elements that will need to be evoked to achieve this but it is yet another way the

designer can be of high value in your pursuits

Renovating or building your home should be fun, even through some of its challenges of not knowing when to hire a designer, which is why we exist here at La Casa Azul. 

Here at La Casa Azul Design, we specialize in interior design and interior architecture for your custom build, renovating older spaces and turning them into your dream.  If you’re looking to start a home renovation or building project and don’t know where to start, we’d love to help!

We offer complimentary calls to anyone looking to begin a renovation project that doesn’t know where to start.  We’ll talk with you about your vision and the goals for your home, and offer our best services to get you on the way to your well-appointed home.

To speak with one of our design specialists, you can book your complimentary call here… 

Best of luck to you on your upcoming home project!