Our Process
Dream.
Design.
Build.
DREAM PHASE
Let us help you turn your dream home into reality! We start with a complimentary consultation to assess your goals and challenges and visit the site to measure and take photos. We will establish an initial Scope of Work based on our consultation. After signing a Professional Design Agreement and making an initial deposit, you’ll be ready for the next step: the Design Phase.
2 - 3 WEEKS
SIGN A PROFESSIONAL DESIGN AGREEMENT
Consultation
CONSULTATION: We start with a complementary consultation in your home to walk through the space with you and get an initial idea of your project scope.
Site Visit
SITE VISIT: Our designers and project consultants will assess your home to ascertain if your project is feasible, a good fit for our services, and what the possibilities for your project could be.
Measurements
MEASUREMENTS: We will take accurate measurements of your space so we can recreate the existing space to have an accurate plan to work with.
Design Agreement
DESIGN AGREEMENT: If both parties decide to proceed into the Design Phase, you will sign a Professional Design Agreement stating your intent to work with us, and we can move into the next phase.
ALONG WITH THE DESIGN AGREEMENT, YOU WILL PAY A DESIGN FEE TO SECURE OUR DESIGN SERVICES.
DESIGN PHASE
Our designers will guide you at every turn to develop your plans into a home you will love! We provide 3D visualization and private material shopping with our designers. Once selections are finalized, we will hold a Trade Day to obtain estimates from our subcontractors to provide a fixed budget based on the final Scope of Work. After signing a Construction Agreement and making a deposit, you are ready to move into the Build Phase.
6 - 8 WEEKS
SIGN A PROFESSIONAL CONSTRUCTION AGREEMENT
Conceptual Plans
CONCEPTUAL PLANS: Our designers will get into detail with you about your needs, wants, and wishes for your new space, then develop 2-3 initial concepts to determine design direction.
Design
Development
Development
DESIGN DEVELOPMENT: After selecting a design direction, our designers will develop your design into a fully detailed plan based on your feedback.
Selections
Shopping
Shopping
SELECTIONS SHOPPING: Our designers will facilitate private selection shopping with each of our vendors for you to pick materials like countertops, tile, cabinets, and flooring and provide options for all other items needed to complete the design.
Estimating
ESTIMATING: Once all of your selections have been made, we will work to create a fixed price contract for your construction project, including all labor and materials, permitting fees, and other miscellaneous costs.
Construction
Agreement
Agreement
CONSTRUCTION AGREEMENT: Before proceeding to the next phase, we will review all plans, selections, and pricing with you. You will sign a Professional Construction Agreement stating your intent to move into the Build phase.
AFTER SIGNING THE CONSTRUCTION AGREEMENT, YOU WILL PAY AN INITIAL DEPOSIT AS A PERCENTAGE OF THE TOTAL COST OF THE PROJECT.
BUILD PHASE
Now it’s time for your dream to take shape! We work with you to schedule construction, keep you informed of progress via our client portal, and we are always available for questions. We take pride in being on schedule and on budget with all our projects. Our goal is to exceed your expectations. After your project is complete, we provide a Five-year Labor Warranty to ensure that your home is headache free and enjoyable for years to come.
16 + WEEKS
(BASED ON PROJECT SCOPE)
(BASED ON PROJECT SCOPE)
LET US BUILD YOUR DREAM SPACE
Permitting
PERMITTING: Before we can begin
construction, we will file your fully
developed, permit-ready plans with the
appropriate governing entity for
approval.
Construction
CONSTRUCTION: Our team of building
professionals will transform your home
into your dream space. Our Production
Manager will oversee and coordinate
all work in your home until completion.
Client Portal
CLIENT PORTAL: During the Build
phase, you will be able to use our
custom client portal to communicate
with the team, see the schedule down
to the day, have access to all files and
photos, and keep track of your budget.
Client Orientation
CLIENT ORIENTATION: After the project
is fully complete, we will walk through
your home with you, answer any
questions, and make sure you are
happy with the finished product.
Warranty
WARRANTY: We offer a Five-Year Labor
Warranty on all work we completed in
your home to ensure that your
investment in your home is protected
for years.
DURING THE BUILD PHASE, YOU WILL PAY FOR THE PROJECT IN INSTALLMENTS BASED ON CRITICAL STAGES OF COMPLETION, WITH THE FINAL PAYMENT DUE AT THE PROJECT COMPLETION.
Dream
You are our priority! We exist to turn your dream into reality through a home renovation process that’s enjoyable and keeps you in the loop every step of the way.
The first step is a complimentary consultation, a time when you’ll share your vision for your home. If you can dream it, we can do it! (And if you’re not sure what you envision yet, we can help with that too.) We’ll listen to your goals and challenges and ask you to complete a project planning questionnaire to help us understand how you’d like your space to look, feel and function. We’ll also obtain detailed measurements and take photos of your home.
Then, taking into account your likes and dislikes as well as your budget, we’ll create a field sketch. You’ll be in the driver’s seat as we review the sketch with you and agree on a concept that captures your vision.
After signing a Professional Design Agreement and making an initial deposit, you’ll be ready for the next step: the design of your dream.
Design
Our designers will guide you at every turn, looking at both the big picture and the details of the project to ensure you’re comfortable and confident with your selections and budget. Over the course of several meetings in your home and our showroom, we’ll review and finalize a design and preliminary schedule with you and will apply for any appropriate permits.
The design process begins with an onsite meeting with one of our designers to discuss your vision for your space. During this meeting we’ll take more photos and full site measurements.
Then, we’ll invite you to the KGT showroom to review preliminary floor plans, sketches, 3D perspectives and even a virtual reality walk-through that allows you to explore your remodeled space before committing to a design. Once you’ve gone over the design concept, you’ll have the opportunity to make adjustments to ensure that you’ll love the end result.
With your design in hand, we’ll secure quotes from our vendors and suppliers. Then we’ll review final plans, specifications, pricing and the preliminary project schedule with you.
Once we have your final approval, we will apply for appropriate permits, finalize all material selections with our designer and make any needed updates based on your agreed-upon budget.
Then, we’ll schedule a pre-construction conference with you in person, or via FaceTime or Zoom. During this meeting we’ll introduce you to your lead carpenter, as well as review the preliminary project schedule and any housekeeping items with you. This schedule will be confirmed once the plans we’ve submitted for permitting are approved.
Build
Now the excitement really begins: It’s time to see your dream take shape!
You’ll stay informed throughout the building process through our custom client portal, which will allow you to access the latest information on your project from any computer, tablet or smartphone. Whether you’re across the street or across the world, we’ll keep you updated with information on the construction schedule and photos of the progress we’re making on your space. You’ll also be able to view, sign and approve documents via the portal, saving you time and allowing your remodel to move ahead seamlessly.
Your time and space are incredibly valuable, and we take enormous pride in being on schedule and on budget with all our home renovation projects and new home builds. And, we’re committed to maintaining a clean, organized and safe workspace, and to being considerate and respectful of your family’s needs. Our goal is to exceed your expectations, both in the design and building processes and in the finished product.
The build stage ends with the moment you’ve been waiting for: experiencing your dream in real life! We’ll hand deliver your Five-Year Warranty and Project Completion Packet, as well as explain the operation of all your new fixtures and appliances. Then, your renovated space will be ready to enjoy for years to come.
Customer Service after Completion
You remain our priority, even after the construction process comes to a close. We’ll ask you to share your experience with our work ethic, services, team and project outcome, and will follow up with you after six months, a year and five years. As you put your newly remodeled space to use, we’ll look forward to hearing how you’re enjoying your vision come to life.
Your total satisfaction is our ultimate goal!
Let us design and build the
space that exceeds your dreams.
Our award-winning team is here to help.
We would love the opportunity to speak to you about your project.
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