Remodelling & Renovations Design Brief
Whether you are planning to build a new house or remodeling and
renovating an existing house, a design brief is absolutely essential.
It may take a bit of effort to put together but it is worth its
weight in gold.
The main advantages of a design brief are:
- It helps YOU define your ideas and joint decisions with partners.
- It adds a sense of finality to the design stage
- It communicates more effectively to the designer what your
intentions are – often things are overlooked or mis-communicated
during meetings.
- It acts as a supplementary contractual document to the designer
to ensure they deliver to your requirements.
What To Include In The Design Brief
Description
- Location and legal description of house
- Contact details for yourself and your builder, if already selected
- Remodeling or Renovation Budget
- Standard of house – basic, average, superior. This ensures
you don’t overcapitalise on your investment in the location
of your house
- Description of Existing House – style, dimensions, age,
condition
- Total Dimensions – of remodelled areas and any additions
to be built. Include separate areas also
Design Profile
- About you – this is not commonly found in most design
briefs but I find it so helpful. It tells the designer about the
type of life you lead, the times of day you are at home, they
type of activities you engage in at home, whether you entertain
often, have guest to stay etc. It also helps define any additional
security features you may need.
- Location Features – any special geographic features you
want to consider that impact sun, wind, water tables etc
- Proposed Style – the style of home you want – classic,
modern, beach, city apartment, loft, farmhouse
- Design Features – a list of all the design elements you
want incorporated in your new design. Include any allergies or
personal affinities your family has to certain materials or finishing
products.
Supplementary Documents
- Legal description of the property – include copies of
Certificate of Titles
- Existing plans, specifications and drawings
- Photos, magazine cutouts, sketches or any ideas you have seen
that you like
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Next Step: Your
Initial Meeting with the Designer
Design Index | Getting
Ideas | Home Plan Designs |
Choosing a Designer | Design Brief
| 3 Stages of Design | First
Meeting | Choosing Colors
| Interior Design | Choosing
An Interior Designer |
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