ARCHITECTURE

A LA CARTE

REMODEL OR RELOCATE

LA

Deciding where to live and committing to a mortgage are some of the biggest decisions we all face in life.

A wrong decision can be a costly mistake that effects the ones we love dearest.

Its no wonder why so many of us will spend years stuck between a decision to remodel a home or to take on a relocation.

• On average our remodeling clients have been considering their remodeling 3+ years.

• Its likely you have looked at other homes on the market and still can not decide.

• You may have delayed home improvements while considering a remodeling negatively effecting your

home value

Why cant you decide?You probably have lots of ideas but can not put them together in a visible cohesive way

Do these statements sound familiar?• My neighbors addition only cost $50,000 just a few years

ago• A contractor walked through our home and told me it

would cost about $300,000 but what does that include?• I really love where I am at.• I have looked in the market but I don’t want to move far

out .• The houses I like seem really overpriced.• I really like the house we saw but I am not sure we could

get the master bathroom we want. • I don’t know what this house would be worth remodeled

and everything in the market seems so expensive for what I get.

• I just cant decide!!!!!

So what happens

Life on Hold!

• Three years later your still living in this

It Comes Down to before I can move my life forward (remodel or relocate) I have to answer these

• What do I want?

• Is it possible?

• How much will it cost?

3basic questions

How do we move ahead

• At LA we have developed an affordable three step process aimed at getting our clients the information they need to move their dream forward

Step oneInventory needs and desires

An initial in home consultation to discuss the dreams, needs and concerns that will shape the remodeling project.

It will also include• An onsite walk through of the space to be remodeled.• Sketches, Creative ideas, and potential solutions• Feedback, based on our professional experience, on

the feasibility, construction issues and potential costs of the project.

• Information outlining typical remodeling costs and return on investment from industry experts.

• Budgeting and scheduling worksheet.• A questionnaire to help explore and record issues that

are important to remodeling the home and how you wish to live.

• An outline of the of our process for helping you go from idea to reality

• Construction, Banking and Real Estate references.

Step twoExplore Possibility and Price

• Review site restrictions related to the remodeling project

• Measure existing rooms effected by the project to prepare a computer drafted plan

• Review the completed questionnaire and collected imagery

• Photograph the home for use in developing the designs and to ensure a cohesive relationship between old and new construction.

• Create conceptual design sketches and plan(s) that explore the feasibility and potential of the project.

• Meet and review the initial design sketches and plans to discuss the projects potential.

• Provide a brief written description of the materials and quality levels expected for preliminary pricing

• Descriptive notes added to the preferred conceptual design reflecting the clients comments and concerns.

• Provide the conceptual design package to a qualified contractor for ball park pricing

Step threeEvaluate and Implement

• We will help review the budget pricing and offer interpretation, comments and suggestions

• Implement. equipped with information a vision and a realistic cost estimate a path can be chosen that best suits your needs. The options include:

• Remodel: LA will provide a proposal for completing the design process and assisting with the realization of the dream.

• Phased: Move the dream forward in manageable steps equipped with an overall vision to guide the process

• Relocate: We will refer realtors who can help begin the journey to finding the home that suits the dream.

Costs

• Step OneInitial in-home design consultation $200

(cost credited when steps 2 and 3 completed)

• Steps Two and Three1 room remodel (i.e. kitchen or home exterior) $1,995

2 room remodel (Kitchen and family room)$2,495

Whole house RemodelQuote

The benefits• By working together to provide clear information

we can help get you moving ahead with your lives again which is priceless

• Architecture a la carte provides a low cost insurance against potentially big mistakes

• Architecture a la carte can show potential in a home being considered for purchase

• Architecture a la carte can be used as a tool to show a potential buyer what could be done with your existing home.

• once you feel your questions and concerns have been addressed things move forward

• Whether you remodel or relocate we believe your happiness is the most valuable outcome.

• We hope to earn your trust as a valuable resource and gain your referral in the future

Case Study 1

• South Minneapolis residence

• Architecture a la carte service only

• Contractor built off sketches

before

After•Winner 2005 Local and National ROMA Award

Case Study 2

AfterBefore

• Improve curb appeal

• Decaying exterior

• High maintenance materials

• Architecture a la carte service only

• Owner built off sketch

Case Study 3• Find space to create

Master Bathroom and new powder room

• Two bathrooms were combined along with closet to create a elegant bath and a small powder room

• Proceeded with partial drawing set sufficient to get a building permit

Before After

By the way a good reason Why you should hire an architect!

For more information on getting your dream moving

contact

Lundin Architects LLCRick Lundin (612) 616-7015

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