Whichever of our services you choose, you will be guided through our design process. Though our approach is systematic, each project is tailored to meet your unique needs and desired outcomes. The Claudia Giselle design process aims to make your experience both enjoyable and rewarding. By hiring us, you can leave the design and renovation process in our hands, allowing you to focus on what matters to you the most.
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In this phase, we conduct our signature Client Lifestyle Meeting, during which we listen and learn about you and your project.
Unless it's new construction, we document and measure the space being designed. We inventory and document furnishings you will like to reuse in the new design. In this phase we establish your Project Timeline and Planned Investment Guide.
Once the information is gathered, the design process begins! We present the design concepts using mood boards, floor plan layouts, and renderings. We carefully consider your feedback and incorporate one round of revisions to perfect the design.
phase 1
After establishing the design direction in the Conceptual Design Phase, we begin to bring the established vision to life. We further develop the design concept through the selection and specification of furnishings and finishes, including lighting, fabric, wallpaper, paint color, and more.
We prepare annotated floor plans, ceiling plans, finish plans, power + data plans, interior elevations, and custom millwork details. Additionally, we provide 3D renderings to help you visualize the design.
We meet to review the design and listen to your feedback. We make one round of revisions to finalize the Design Package.
phase 2
After finalizing the design, we enter the documentation phase, taking everything we have designed together and communicating that to contractors and architects through detailed drawings.
Once a contractor is selected by the client, we review architectural and construction documents to ensure the design intent is properly illustrated. We participate in the contractor-led budget review, respond to RFIs, and provide feedback to the client.
Once construction begins, we visit the site to ensure the design intent is honored. We send you Weekly Updates to keep you informed about the progress.
phase 3
The implementation includes communicating with the general contractor, visiting job sites, and ensuring the trades involved in the project are adhering to the design intent. During this phase, we also handle procurement on your behalf, which entails acquiring furnishings, finishes, lighting, decor, and everything necessary for the successful execution of your project. This involves corresponding with suppliers, generating purchase orders, obtaining progress reports, coordinating with the receiver, scheduling deliveries, and arranging installations. We will keep you informed throughout the process about the status of orders through our Weekly Updates.
phase 4
Every project starts with a target completion date. We'll schedule a day (or days) when all the furnishings arrive together, enabling you to experience the space as designed. To mark this milestone, we'll bring fresh flowers and have a celebratory toast.
phase 5
Our goal is to be fully finished with your project by Reveal Day. Rest assured that if there are any outstanding items on the punch list, we will follow up to ensure that all details are completed. We will wrap up the project by providing you with a care and maintenance packet for all the furnishings and finishes we have specified.
phase 6
Needless to say, your project timeline will depend on specifics such as the scope of work, permits and approvals, as well as trade availability. At Claudia Giselle Design, we strive for an organized project with a clear timeline. Before the project begins, we will provide you with an estimated project schedule tailored to your project's details. To help you visualize, below is an example of a typical timeline for a full-service, full remodel project.
the timeline
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Installation
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Implementation
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Conceptual Design
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Project Begins
Project Wrap-Up
03
Documentation
Design Development
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A design project, whether for your home or business, is a considerable undertaking, and we understand that managing it on your own can be overwhelming. Let us help you instead. As experts in design and renovation, we will guide you through every step of the process, ensuring you are in satisfied with the outcome. Contact us today to determine if we are the right fit for each other.
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