Where to Start With a Renovation?
The first and most important step in your renovation journey is choosing a reliable contractor — someone who can professionally organize the entire renovation process, respect your timeline and budget, and deliver the result you expect.
Working with one contractor from start to finish gives you a clear action plan, one point of contact, predictable costs, and peace of mind.
The Next Step: The Design Project
A well-thought-out design project is your renovation roadmap. It contains all the essential technical documentation to guide the work, including:
- Space planning and layout
- Demolition and construction plans
- Furniture and appliance placement
- Lighting, plumbing, and electrical diagrams
- Wall elevations with finishing materials
- visualizations
Contractors that offer full-service “turnkey” renovations often include design services as part of the package. These firms typically have in-house designers and visualizers who develop the full concept with your input.
Before the design process starts, you’ll fill out a client questionnaire — a detailed form that helps the team understand your lifestyle, needs, and aesthetic preferences. This ensures the final design is tailored just for you.
Why a Design Project Matters
A design project helps you avoid delays, budget overruns, and surprises. It saves time, keeps your costs under control, and ensures all materials and solutions align with your preferences and budget.
Stages of a Turnkey Apartment Renovation:
- Demolition — removing or modifying existing layouts
- Construction — building new walls, partitions
- Plumbing — water supply, drainage, heating, fixtures
- Electrical — wiring, switch and outlet installation, smart systems
- Plastering and prepping walls and ceilings
- Floor leveling and subfloor work –flooring installation (laminate, hardwood, vinyl, SPC, etc.).Baseboard and moldings
- HVAC installation — air conditioning and ventilation Tile installation
- Tile installation
- Painting walls and ceilings Decorative wall finishes (like plaster or designer coatings)
- Decorative wall finishes (like plaster or designer coatings)
- Furniture setup & assembly
- Textile and Decor — curtains, rugs, wall art, accessories
What Affects the Cost of a Full Renovation?
The total cost depends on:
- Square footage
- Complexity of the renovation
- Technical requirements
- Chosen materials
- Interior style and custom elements