Every home remodeling project starts with a vision. Why do you want to give your kitchen, bathroom or home interior a facelift? What features do you want to incorporate? How do you see yourself using the space afterward? Your answers to these questions are key to the success of your project and need to be communicated to your remodeler. In order for them to fully understand your vision, a design brief can be very helpful.

What Is a Design Brief?

A design brief is a detailed list outlining the different aspects of your remodeling plan, from your main objectives to specific preferences you may have. This serves as a point of reference for all the people involved in the project, helping everyone stay on the same page throughout the process. Sharing as much information as possible at the outset ensures better efficiency and communication, which will facilitate decision-making and problem-solving along the way.

If this is your first-ever home remodel, coming up with a design brief may seem daunting. A good remodeling contractor will be able to guide you through the design brief process, often by asking you to fill out a questionnaire. They’ll then proceed to the next phase, which is planning the design of your room or home.

Contents of a Design Brief

A good design brief should include the following:

• Goals & objectives. Summarize your main expectations and what you want to achieve with the project. Clear targets will help your remodeler come up with a design that fits your vision as well as your budget.
• Schedule & budget. You’ll want to be realistic with your budget and scheduling expectations. This is one area where conflict can arise if you and your remodeler are not on the same page, so feel free to ask as many questions as needed.
• Style & scope. Take advantage of Pinterest, mood board creators and other online tools to help you visualize and communicate the different ideas you’d like to integrate into your project.

Let’s Start a Conversation!

As the area’s leading home remodeling contractor, DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen of Southern Lakes is committed to helping you realize your vision for your home. Through our distinctive, full-service approach, we make sure your kitchen, bathroom or closet remodeling project starts on the right foot and ends with all your expectations met. Call us at (262) 923-8721 or fill out our contact form to request a free estimate. We serve residents of Union Grove, WI, and the southern Milwaukee suburbs.