by Allegra Kochman | Apr 13, 2023 | Advice & FAQs, PROCESS
This article is about trust – thank you to one of our clients for sharing their concerns! We explain why sharing your scope of work and budget number upfront will help you achieve your goals. We found that many of our clients have a “secret budget number,” which is...
by Allegra Kochman | Apr 13, 2023 | Advice & FAQs, PROCESS
This article explains how an apartment specialist can make renovating your classic New York City apartment more predictable. We have a companion article, “How To Select Your Residential Architect” Why is a Specialist Better? A renovation in NYC is complex. It...
by Allegra Kochman | Feb 6, 2023 | FAVORITES, PROCESS
Which type of Architect is right for you? This article outlines three types of residential architects and the skills and services each provides. We also explain the importance of service level when selecting an architect for your dream home. For a related “how to,” we...
by Allegra Kochman | Jan 24, 2023 | PROCESS
In this article, we help you understand how you feel about your budget, and explain how that relationship will inform your decisions. This is a companion article to “How to Manage Your Renovation Budget” and “How to Manage Your Renovation...
by Allegra Kochman | Nov 10, 2022 | FAVORITES, GUT RENOVATION, PROCESS
In this article, we provide you with a better understanding of the financial health of your home renovation by explaining various frameworks and definitions. Learning this vocabulary will help you understand and manage your expenditures for your home remodel. This is...
by Allegra Kochman | Nov 9, 2022 | FAVORITES, GUT RENOVATION, PROCESS
In this article, we help you understand the terminology and the strategies when your home renovation costs are above your budget. We have a companion article, “How to Manage Your Renovation Budget.” What is the difference between cost and budget? A budget is an ideal...
