Before a single tool comes out, every AK Renovations project goes through a complete design phase. We turn your vision into a precise, buildable plan — so construction moves efficiently and nothing gets improvised.
Why It Matters
The single biggest source of cost overruns, delays, and homeowner frustration in remodeling is decisions that get made during construction. When you haven't settled on your tile, your cabinet style, or your layout before demo begins, every open question costs time and money. Our design phase closes those decisions before construction ever starts.
Every material, every dimension, every finish is specified in advance. When construction begins, there are no open questions holding up progress or forcing expensive changes.
We learn how you actually use your home — traffic patterns, storage needs, light preferences — and design around that. The result is a space that works, not just one that looks good in photos.
With a complete design in hand, pricing is precise. You see exactly what you're getting before construction begins — no vague estimates, no "we'll figure it out as we go."
Scope of Work
How It Works
Adam meets with you in your home to understand your goals, your lifestyle, your budget, and the constraints of your existing space. This is where we listen — not pitch. We want to understand what success looks like for you before we propose anything.
We develop your layout, material selections, and finish palette collaboratively. You'll review options at every price point and get honest guidance on what's worth the investment. Nothing moves forward until you're confident in every decision.
You receive a full design specification — drawings, material schedules, scope of work, and a fixed-price construction proposal. Construction doesn't begin until the design is complete and approved. That's how we keep projects on time and on budget.
Investment
Our architectural and interior design services are priced based on the scope and complexity of your project. A straightforward bathroom renovation requires a different level of design work than a two-story home addition — and we price accordingly.
Pricing varies by project scope. Design fees are determined after an initial consultation and site visit, once we understand the full scope of your project. For most renovations, the design fee is a fraction of what it saves you in construction — by eliminating mid-project changes and keeping the build on schedule.
Every AK Renovations project includes a design phase. We don't skip it — because we've seen what happens when you do.
Yes. Every AK Renovations project begins with a design phase. This isn't an upsell — it's how we ensure construction runs on time and on budget. When every material and decision is finalized before demo begins, there are no costly surprises mid-project.
Absolutely — and it's actually faster when you come in with a clear vision. We'll take your ideas, drawings, or inspiration boards and translate them into a complete, buildable specification. The design phase is about precision and completeness, not starting from scratch.
It depends on the scope of your project. A kitchen or bathroom design typically takes two to four weeks. A full first floor transformation or home addition may take four to six weeks. We move at a pace that gives you time to make confident decisions — not rushed ones you'll regret.
You receive a complete design package and a fixed-price construction proposal. Once you approve the proposal, we schedule construction. All permits, trade coordination, and material ordering happen in parallel — so when construction starts, everything is ready and nothing waits.
For most projects, Adam leads the design process directly. For larger projects requiring stamped architectural drawings — such as significant structural changes or additions — we coordinate with licensed engineers and architects. All coordination is handled by AK Renovations; you deal with one point of contact throughout.
Adam personally handles every design consultation. Call or send a message — you'll hear back the same day.
Schedule Your Design ConsultationAfter Design
Design leads into construction. Here's where every project goes after Phase 1.