Our design/build team specializes in providing creative solutions for our clients. By doing so, we design and construct unique, quality projects that distinguish us from other contracting companies. By utilizing the latest CAD design software, we can produce concept layouts, floor plans, interior & exterior elevations, details, and photographic 3D renderings for any project. Lifestyle’s clients have the ability to select a wide variety of materials & finishes and see how they will look in their new living space. During the design phase of the project, clients have access to an architect, an in-house interior designer, and our team of certified construction professionals, all under one roof. The Lifestyles design/build team insures, from concept to completion, our clients receive a professionally designed project that makes their dreams a reality.

Why choose a Design/Build team?

The design/build process establishes a budget, controls costs for our clients, and creates an accurate schedule that delivers timely project completion. A design/build team will deliver a successful project by fulfilling the multiple objectives created by a remodeling project. Because the design and construction is in the hands of one team, there is a single point of responsibility for design & layout, product selection, project budget, scheduling, and project construction. Homeowners wishing to solve their remodeling needs can eliminate the headache of coordinating an architect or interior designer and a contractor themselves. Our clients’ “wish list” and expectations are documented and serve as the catalyst to produce a project that exceeds their expectations.

Will Design/Build save money?

When the design and construction personnel work and communicate as one team, alternate materials and more efficient design can be achieved in less time and at lower costs. This also results in less stress for our clients. Our clients don’t have to invest time and money coordinating between a design firm and a construction firm. Instead, they can sit back, make decisions when necessary and know that one phone number and one team is all they will need to solve the issues that have brought them to their decision to remodel or build. As the designer is working with the client, they are simultaneously estimating the construction costs. This gives the homeowner opportunities to make changes based on budget during the design process instead of waiting until after the final design is finished. When completed, the homeowner has a firm knowledge of what their project will cost. In addition, errors and omissions by the contractor are virtually eliminated because the design/build team has the responsibility of developing the design, assisting the client with material selections and ultimately outlining the construction process.

What happens during the design phase?

Communication is the key to any successful design. Our design team will conduct an in-depth interview with our clients to reveal all of the priorities for the project. We encourage clients to ask questions of us to make sure we are a good fit for them as well. The criteria for the project are then mapped out, the design fee is reviewed, and a Design Contract is signed. We will develop concept drawings based on the budget which we will review on several occasions throughout the process. Two to three concept plans will be presented to each client and when we capture the correct layout, we’ll produce elevation drawings and 3-D renderings. The elevations and renderings help clients visualize how the space will “feel”. We then begin selecting the finishes such as cabinet style and color, countertop materials, plumbing and electrical fixtures, tile, paint colors or wallpaper, trim, flooring, or any other aspect of the project. Virtually any product, finish, or color can be captured in our design software and clients can see almost all aspects of how their project will look in high resolution detail before any construction work begins. Once the design is complete and all materials and finishes are selected, we’ll move the planning phase.