Who decides what? When do decisions need to happen? Who communicates what, to whom, when and how?
Clear and definitive expectations.
What happens if (when!) things change? How do time and money move when there’s a change?
EVERYONE on your team should have the same answers to these questions. If not, don’t start until you do.
Early in my residential construction career I learned an important lesson. Adding “Clarifications and Assumptions” to the estimated budget cost proposal is critical to setting clear project expectations.
This section addresses details about how the budget was constructed. Most importantly is what is not included. Having all onboard with upfront and specific information leads to a smoother road to completion. See my post about Allowances.
A keen understanding of the interior design intent it crucial in executing the approved design. This is especially true in a remodel project.
For example: A bathroom wall sconce is placed at a very specific location. A client or contractor feels it would be better to move it without consulting the designer. Later after drywall and tile, the fixture arrives and no longer functions as intended with the mirror. The fix costs more time and money than the client wants to spend and the ill placed sconce remains. Had the decision been made with the designer’s coordination an unfortunate error would have been avoided.
The cost of coordinating a residential project is typically included in the General Conditions section of your construction budget.
A kitchen or bathroom remodel benefits from project coordination. It benefits in the same way a new home build does but for a lesser scope.
- Coordinate details related to the approved design with contractor, subs and vendors
- Procure approved items for installation
- Project support during and post-construction
