KBB l PROJECT PLANNER


BEFORE YOU START  Assess your space  Think about what you’d like to achieve  Set a budget  Allow for a contingency budget – at least 10%  Research design styles you like  Create a moodboard  Come up with a prospective design brief  Research planning regulations in your area (planningportal.co.uk)


 Check in with building control  Choose whether to live on site or move out  Prepare temporary living arrangements  Pack and decide where to store belongings  Draw up your ideal timeline


PLANNING THE BUILD  Decide on a build route (architect, designer, DIY, design and build company, builder, joiner etc.)


 Research reputable professionals in your area  Ask friends and family for recommendations for professionals


 Source at least three quotes for each professional you plan to use (designer, plumber, electrician, joiner etc.)


 Visit their previous work  Decide on which professionals to hire  Finalise plans  Seek the advice of a structural engineer  Apply for planning permission  Adjust plans if necessary to gain planning consent  Seek site insurance if required  Get planning approval  Decide on a project manager  Consult with builders on ordering materials  Place orders for glazing, doors, skylights  Decide on a plumber/electrician  Decide if you’ll DIY  Finalise your timeline  Hire skip and portaloo


PLANNING THE INTERIOR  Measure up  Research the style of interior design you like  Visit showrooms, shops, and design shows/exhibitions  Compile a wishlist


Renovation CHECKLIST


 Talk to neighbours about your plans to renovate (if it may affect them)


FORGE ... Cut out and keep


DON’T


 Create a moodboard  Research interior designers if required  Seek quotes for at least three design professionals and decorating trades and research their previous work


 Hire chosen professionals  Design internal layout  Question whether you can reuse any existing fittings  Dispose of old fittings responsibly  Decide on suppliers for kitchen/bedroom/bathroom fittings – comparing prices for each type


 Liaise between design and construction professionals to ensure all are working to the same brief


 Finalise internal layout  Decide on decorating scheme, including flooring  Design lighting scheme  Hire painter and decorator  Hire electrician  Ensure all mains outlets are where you need them  Place orders for new fixtures, fittings, furniture, appliances  Keep a record of delivery schedules


DURING THE BUILD  Check in with building control regularly  Plan frequent site visits  Schedule regular meetings with project manager/ builder/architect


 Construction of new space  Fit glazing, doors, skylights  Fit new plumbing and heating  Fit new electrics  Plastering  Lay flooring  Apply wallcoverings  Fit new fixtures and fittings  Ensure stages are completed as planned


FINISHING TOUCHES  Decorate  Place furniture  Accessorise  Select and fit window treatments  Discuss snagging with your builder and architect/designer  Update home and contents insurance  Check all payments are in order


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