15 STEP PROCESS SIMPLIFIED IN 3 KEY PHASES:

• DEFINE
  Project Initiation Phase
• DESIGN
  Research, Design, Presentation Phase
• DELIVER
  Project Management Phase

The VIP Experience

Experience has shown us that our signature design process which follows a series of standard procedures helps our clients feel confident throughout each phase of a project.

Furthermore, this process means that projects are a transparent experience, and with consistent, excellent results.

STEP 1: Design Consultation

• Meet in person
• Discuss project goals
• Share inspiration images
• BKI overview
• Learn our steps of service
• Discuss Design Services Agreement

STEP 2: Contract, Retainer, & Fees

• Recap BKI policies, procedures, and processes
• Review and sign Design Services Agreement
• Collect Design Fee and Retainer

STEP 3: Trades Day

• Meet all selected Trades at the client site
• Procure estimates and quotes needed to refine the overall budget
• Take measurements, photos, and review final design assessments with contractors
• Client should be present for the majority of the day

STEP 4: Design Development

• Create drawings, plans, and specification documents
• Source goods from thousands of worldwide vendors
• Obtain accurate and fair estimates from Trades for labor, renovation, and installation services
• Create physical design presentation with furnishing and finish samples
• 3D visual renderings are created
• Estimate lead time of 8-12 weeks

STEP 5: Presentations

• Visual display of furnishings, materials, and 3D renderings
• Present design fees and projected furnishing investments
• Clients can touch and feel finishes, fabrics, rugs, and accessories
• Present itemized project costs
• Collect payment in full

STEP 6: Order Placement

• Place all purchase orders for furnishings and home finishes and begin order tracking process
• Includes updated client communication of expected delivery schedules to our central receiver
• Facilitate final installation day: 1-2 days of final white-glove home delivery and installation (i.e.; The Big Reveal)

STEP 7: Project Status

• Client review meeting
• Projected timelines
• Assess client needs for added areas of design/renovation
• Assess delivery lead times
• Tracking schedule in real time ensures accurate arrival of goods
• Align clients expectations with future activity
• Accuracy and thoroughness are more important than timeline

STEP 8: Renovation & Labor

• Renovations
• Millwork & Cabinetry
• Wall Treatment
• Plumbing
• Electrical
• Masonry
• Painting
• Wall Treatments (i.e., wallpaper)
• Window Treatments
• Floor Coverings
• Smart Technology

STEP 9: Renovations Wrap & Installation Preparation

• Completed renovation inspection and walk-through
• Furnishings are received, inspected, and stored at our receiver
• Installation schedule is initiated

STEP 10: Furniture Install & Styling

• This is where the magic happens!
• Clients need to be off premises during the 1-2 day white-glove installation process
• Furnishings, completed skilled Trades work and styling come together to create "The Big Reveal"

STEP 11: Photoshoot & The Big Reveal

• Project is chronicled through the lens of a professional photographer and stylist
• BKI welcomes clients into their newly designed home!

STEP 12: Deficiencies Identified

• Conduct a walkthrough of the entire project
• Note any issues identified

STEP 13: Deficiencies Resolved

• Resolve issues as needed on a timely basis

STEP 14: Final Invoicing

• Reconcile account and issue final invoice
• Apply retainer where needed
• Issue credit to client for final balance if applicable

STEP 15: Project Wrap Up

Why BKI?

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