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Realistic expectations can be invaluable
As much as people love them , televisiondepicted projects on HGTV and other networks often portray an unrealistic picture of what remodeling looks like – or how much it costs . The media loves to promote beautiful before-and-after photos , but the subconscious effect that it creates is an unrealistic expectation of a finger-snap completion , and no attention given to the precision and craftsmanship that happens in between demo day and the big reveal . Builders are tasked with educating clients as to the realities and discomforts of construction and the true costs that are associated . Subs , general contractors , architects , and designers have to make the difficult choice to halt construction or reschedule trades to allow for quality fixes or defect resolution , ultimately sparing the client unnecessary dissatisfaction , rework or added costs , but the resulting delays are seldom met with gratitude . It ’ s important to remember when construction fatigue has set in that a high-quality finished space is much more important than a premature sense of completion .
So , why would anyone go through this stressful process , you ask ? Remodeling is not for the faint hearted , but when you are able to team up with a quality builder , designer , or architect , the results can be life changing . From the emotional feeling your space can inspire , through colors and textures , to the functional upgrade of a layout change that lowers your stress levels , good design and construction is worth the hassle . ■
Jen Stockwell www . stockwell-homes . com
Jen Stockwell is the Founder and Owner of Stockwell Homes . Since founding the company in 2017 , she and her team have created a streamlined process to ease the burden of home furnishing and remodeling in a way that is centered around client trust , effective collaboration , and producing highly customized luxury designs . Jen oversees each project from inception to completion , producing space planning , architectural drawings , and design direction herself . She earned a NARI Certified Remodeler certification in 2022 . She is passionate about helping clients reimagine their space , keeping function and flow as grounding principles .
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