Design | Build Defined

When it comes to home remodeling, the process can often feel overwhelming and time-consuming. Finding the right contractors, coordinating different trades, and managing the design and construction aspects can all add stress to an already complex project. That’s where Tenhulzen Residential Design | Build comes in.

What exactly does Design | Build mean? It means that your entire home remodeling project is under one contract, providing a streamlined approach from start to finish. 

With a Design | Build company, you benefit from having a team of professionals, including designers, project managers, and builders, collaborating closely to ensure your project is completed to your satisfaction.

At Tenhulzen Residential, we take pride in offering our customers a seamless and efficient process for their home remodel. Here’s how our Design | Build approach works:

Design: Our in-house design crew conducts on-location visits and works closely with you to develop a comprehensive plan that reflects your specific requirements. We emphasize open communication and encourage all decision-makers to participate in the meetings. Throughout the design process, your original idea may evolve, shift, or even transform entirely, as we encourage fresh and creative ideas.

Budget: We understand that setting realistic expectations is crucial during the remodeling process. By taking the time to establish more realistic budgeting on the front end, there are far fewer surprises when the project is complete. Our goal is to exceed your expectations by delivering personalized attention and customized solutions that bring your project concept to life.

development meeting, an agenda is prepared, followed by a report of decisions and pending items for the next meeting. This ensures that discussions stay on track and provides a written record of the key elements of the design.

Scripting:  This is where all the construction documents are prepared, including the scope of work, drawings, and specified materials. The script is essentially the written expectations of what is predicted to occur throughout the construction process. By preparing all the necessary documents beforehand, we ensure that both the builder and the homeowner have the same understanding of how the project will unfold.

Pre-Production: This is where the Location Manager is introduced to the remodel and the homeowners, similar to a pre-op before a surgery. This phase includes a checklist that accounts for general and specific details of the project, ensuring proper coordination of the construction process.

Production: At this stage, our professional team, including Site Managers, Superintendents, Carpenters, and Site Assistants, transforms your home into a personalized, high-end living space. We prioritize safety, security, and weatherization, minimizing any potential damage to your property and creating a clean and safe construction site. Deliveries are coordinated meticulously, and debris cleanup is done promptly to enhance the overall remodeling experience.

Editing: Change orders, or production edits, are prepared in writing for approval before they are considered part of the production. We do our best to include as much of the foreseeable construction scope as possible during the design phase, but occasionally, additional work may be requested. By documenting these changes and getting approval beforehand, we minimize disruptions and ensure that the final result meets your expectations.

Completion: Your luxury remodeling project is meticulously finished and ready for you to move in and enjoy. We conduct a final walkthrough to ensure everything meets or exceeds your expectations. At this stage, we may also host a red-carpet event to unveil the performance and celebrate the undertaking.

Warranty: We stand behind the quality of our workmanship with a 24-month warranty from the date of substantial completion. We also coordinate warranties for materials supplied as part of the project. Our goal is to ensure your complete satisfaction and maintain a strong relationship even after the project is complete.

By choosing Tenhulzen Residential in Woodinville, WA. as your Design | Build company, you can expect a professional and personalized experience from start to finish. Our Design | Build approach provides a streamlined and efficient process, ensuring that your home remodeling project exceeds your expectations. Contact us today to get started on your luxury remodel.