The Design Process: Your Dreams Brought to Life
One of the things that sets Massey Remodel + Design apart from other home remodeling companies is our design process. From the first contact you have with us, you’ll notice a difference. Our process is thorough, collaborative, and creative. And we think you’ll agree—it’s one of the most fun parts of the remodeling process. You get to see your dreams come to life, first in design plans and then in your home!
Why Focus on Design?
Every great home remodel begins with a great design. A clear and comprehensive design plan will take into account everything you want your remodel to be, tailored to your specific home. This means that potential challenges are solved, creative solutions are underway, and every inch of space is maximized and purposeful. Your designer will not only help you identify and avoid problems, but will also suggest ideas you might not have considered (adding a built-in bookshelf in an awkward corner, putting an eye-catching light fixture over your table in the new breakfast nook, or enlarging a window to highlight a beautiful view, for example).
A great design also leads to a less stressful construction process, as bumps have already been smoothed out. There are fewer hidden expenses because the project has been so carefully and thoroughly planned.
A focus on design will maximize your luxury remodel by:
Identifying potential problems ahead of time and solving them
Allowing for collaboration between the homeowner, designer, and construction team
Helping you discover creative ideas and solutions for your home
Smoothing out problems, saving money, time, and stress.
Design-Build is the Best Way to Get the Remodel You Want
The design-build model of home remodeling has a lot going for it. With a traditional contractor, you’d hire someone to do the demo and construction on your home, but they’d be working from plans a separate designer gave them. With a design-build company, the designer and contractor are members of the same remodeling team. They know how to work together. They collaborate and bounce ideas off each other. There’s no miscommunication or preventable delays because the team is up-to-date on the project. For more on the benefits of using a design-build firm for your kitchen remodel, bathroom remodel, basement remodel, or whole-home remodel, check out this blog post.
The Design Process with Massey Remodel + Design
When you choose Massey for your remodeling contractor, we get right to work on creating the best design possible for your home. You—the homeowner—have a part to play, and you’ll enjoy the process of seeing your vision come to life. Your Tacoma, Gig Harbor, Puyallup, or other Pierce County home is in good hands.
Planning Meetings Between Designer and Client
Through a series of meetings and conversations, we take the time to deeply understand your space, needs, and goals, giving you a clear roadmap before construction begins. This clarity from the start ensures your remodel starts on a strong foundation with no surprises down the line.
Design Inspiration
One way we help you bring your dreams to life is through collecting and refining ideas. By sharing Pinterest boards between the client and designer, we can gain a sense of your tastes, likes, and dislikes, as well as your vision for your space. This helps us talk through options and details with concrete examples.
Concept Design
Through detailed floor plans, elevations, and 3D renderings, we help you clearly see and approve your design. These visuals not only bring your vision to life but also guide the construction team in executing it with accuracy. We always give you a few options (usually two or three) for floor plans and 3D renderings so you can decide what will work best for you and your family.
Finishes and Making Selections
When we talk about finishes, we mean everything from what drawer pulls you want in your kitchen remodel to what color paint will best complete your basement remodel. Finishes cover flooring, tile, countertops, and more. It can be overwhelming to think of all the decisions that must be made, but we’re here to help.
Instead of overwhelming you with endless options, our team will curate a tailored collection (based on previous meetings and conversations) and bring it right to your home. This allows you to focus on the best selections for your project without having to sift through choices that don’t measure up. We will also schedule visits with you to select showrooms so you can see your choices in person, making it easier to visualize how the various parts of the remodel will come together in your home.
Material Purchasing and Storage
As we finalize design decisions, we begin ordering the materials you’ll need for your luxury design remodel. As orders come in, we inspect them to make sure everything is correct and in good order. And then we store the materials until they’re needed: no piles of unused construction materials at your home for you to navigate around!
Permit Application
As we get closer to demolition day, we apply for all necessary permits. We handle inspections throughout the process, too, so you don’t need to worry about paperwork.
For more on the preconstruction phase of your home remodel from start to finish, check out this blog post.
And With That…
With the design process complete, materials ordered, and permits in hand, it’s time to begin construction. Now you get to see all the dreams and plans take shape. And your designer is still here for you through the rest of the building process.
Seamless Guidance Through Every Step
From the first conversation to the first sketch to the final walkthrough, our team is by your side. We coordinate design, permitting, budgeting, and construction so you always know what’s happening and what’s next. You’re always in the loop, and you know we have your home’s best interests in mind.
Problem Solving Without the Stress
No matter how thorough your design, there will probably be some unexpected challenges. That’s just part of remodeling! But you have nothing to worry about. Your designer will work directly with your construction team to creatively address issues quickly, keeping your project on track and minimizing delays. We’ve got you covered!
Ready to Start?
If you’re ready to remodel your Tacoma-area home, we’re here to help. Contact us today and let’s talk. We’d love to hear your dreams for your home and help you translate them into a renovated space for you and those you love.