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1. Draw Your Dream Even before you consult an architect, you can
begin sketching out your ideas and imagining your remodeled home. If you are
adding or expanding a room, think about how the space will be used and how
the changes will affect traffic patterns. Also consider how new construction
will affect the overall context of your home. An oversized addition may
overwhelm your house or crowd a small lot. A simple home design software
program can help you visualize your project.
One of the best ways to get inspiration and to avoid pitfalls is to follow
the experiences of other homeowners. A number of Web sites offer online
chronicles of home improvement projects, along with reply forms, message
boards, and chat rooms that let you ask questions and get feedback. ?House
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Although you may dream of having a spacious new addition, the project may
not make sense if you plan to sell your house in a few years. A luxury
bathroom can price your house beyond the values in your neighborhood. Some
projects, such as vinyl siding on a Queen Anne Victorian, will actually
decrease the value of your home. Moreover, your own family's needs may be
very different in a few years. Will the plans you draw today fit your
future?
Plan for Storage
Build to Save Energy
Choose the Best Plans
Even the best-laid budgets can go bust. Chances are, your remodeling project
will cost more than you expect. Before you set your heart on high-end
ceramic tile, find out how much you have to spend and make sure you have a
cushion against cost overruns. For must-have items that could wipe out your
savings account, explore home improvement loans and other financing options.
How Much Will It Cost?
Build on a Budget
Building Cost Estimators
Unless you plan to take on the entire remodeling project by yourself, you'll
need to hire helpers. Naturally, you'll want to make sure that the folks who
work for you are qualified, licensed, and properly insured. But, finding the
best team for your remodeling project goes beyond a simple reference check.
The architect who has won top awards may have a design vision very different
from your own. Use these resources to find the professionals you feel
comfortable with.
Do You Need an Architect?
How to Find an Architect
Whether you plan a simple carpentry job or a major project requiring the
services of an architect and a general contractor, misunderstandings can
lead to disaster. Do not begin remodeling without a written contract. Make
sure everyone agrees on the work that will be completed and how long it will
take. Also be clear on the types of materials that will -- and will not --
be used.
The Home Improvement Contract
In most parts of the world, a legal permit is required before you make
structural changes to your home. The building permit assures that the
remodeling project meets local building codes and safety regulations. If you
live in a historic district, the permit also assures that exterior changes
to your home are in keeping with neighborhood guidelines. General
contractors will usually take care of the paperwork, but smalltime workers
may not... and the permits become your responsibility.
Building Code Regulations
The larger the remodel, the greater the chances for frustrations. There will
be equipment breakdowns, supply shortages, miscommunications, and delays.
Draw up a few friendly rules for workers. Tell them where they may park
their trucks and store their equipment. Plan for ways you can indulge
yourself when times become especially stressful. Schedule a day at a spa and
reserve a night at a romantic bed
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