Understand the Benefits of Working With a Design-Build Contractor.

Embarking on a home renovation or construction project can feel overwhelming, especially if you're not sure where to start or what's possible for your space. We try to understand your lifestyle, the challenges with your current space and work on developing a plan that best fits you. Our Concept Package is designed to meet your unique needs and provide a clear vision of your project. In this blog post, we will outline what is included in our design development process, explain the benefits, and discuss why choosing Donmoyer Construction is the best decision for your home renovation project in Woodstock and Oxford County.

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Key Takeaways

Explore Project Potential: Creating concepts ($500 - $1,500) helps visualize your project with architectural drawings, budget estimates, design meeting and mood board/inspiration photos.
Comprehensive Planning: If you like the concepts and the budget range we will move your project into our design development phase. This includes detailed drawings, a comprehensive detailed budget, multiple design meetings, and finish selections, mood boards, and 3D renderings as needed to better visualize your project. This also gets you on our build schedule.
Streamlined Process: Keeping our design “in-house” allows seamless communication and accountability, reducing misunderstandings and delays.
Special Savings Offer: Get a 50% credit on design fees when you sign a construction proposal with Donmoyer Construction.

Understanding Our Design-Build Concept Package

Our Design-Build Concept Package was created to help you visualize the potential of your project without the need for a large retainer or deposit. These packages showcase our value and expertise, helping you make an informed decision about your home renovation. Our design development process typically has 2 phases. A concept phase and project development phase.

Concept Phase $500-$1800+

Blacklined Architectural Drawings: Clear, professional drawings to visualize your project layout and structure.
Feasibility: Determine what’s possible, what’s required to satisfy the Ontario Building Code, local Zoning Bylaws, and other laws.
Preliminary Budget Estimate: A refined budget range estimate to help you understand the financial scope of your project.
Inspirations: A selection of design aesthetics and materials to give you a visual sense of your project’s style. This can be in the form of a mood board, inspiration photos or 3D renderings.
Initial Design Meeting: In home consultation to discuss your vision. We will take all measurements and help guide you through what’s possible.

Concept cost is typically 1-2% of the overall project budget

Project Development Phase (Approx. 4-6% of Project Budget)

Detailed Architectural Drawings: In-depth drawings with finer details and specifications tailored to your project.
Comprehensive Budget Estimate: A detailed and itemized budget to ensure transparency and avoid unexpected costs.
Extensive Visualizations: A detailed selection of materials, colors, and design elements to provide a holistic view of your project’s aesthetics. This may include mood boards and 3D renderings
Multiple Design Meetings: Regular consultations to refine and finalize your project details.
Finish Selections: Expert guidance in choosing the best materials and finishes for your home.
Additional Consultations: Extra meetings to ensure all aspects of the design are thoroughly discussed and perfected.
Trade Partners: We organize, facilitate and walk through the project with our trade partners to obtain realistic quotes and ensure they know what to expect when they step onsite.

Benefits of Our Design Process

Concept Phase

Ideal for homeowners who are not sure where to start or what's possible for their space.
Provides a clear vision of the project.
Helps in financial planning.
Establishes a strong foundation with professional guidance.

Project Development Phase

Detailed drawings ensure all aspects of the project are covered.
Comprehensive budget helps in avoiding hidden costs.
Inspirations, mood boards, and 3D renderings provide a more defined design direction.
Professional guidance in selecting finishes enhances the final outcome.
Multiple consultations help in refining the project to perfection.

End Goal: To have create a detailed plan and a detailed fixed price construction contract to review with you.

**50% Savings on Design Fees**

To further demonstrate our commitment to providing value, we offer a special incentive: if you sign a construction proposal with Donmoyer Construction, you will receive a 50% credit on your design fees. This means that you can explore your project’s potential and benefit from additional savings if you choose to move forward with us for the construction phase.

The Drawbacks of Not Using This Process

Many contractors do not do this, or provide this service through a separate designer. I’ve found doing this design work upfront - and it’s a lot of work! Helps keep the project on schedule and on budget. It allows helps prevent scope creep which can drastically increase the cost of your project. There’s nothing worse then having your floor torn up and then having to decide what tile to choose.

Without detailed drawings, critical details may be overlooked.
Lack of a comprehensive budget can lead to cost overruns.
An undefined design direction can result in a disjointed final product.
Missing finish selection guidance can result in mismatched aesthetics.
Fewer consultations may result in overlooked details and potential issues.

Other Issues

Fragmented Communication

When you don't opt for a comprehensive design-build package, communication between various parties can become disjointed. This often leads to misunderstandings, misinterpretations, and delays. Our integrated approach ensures streamlined communication, where designers, builders, and you, the client, are always on the same page.

Increased Costs

Without a clear and detailed plan, unexpected changes during construction are more likely. These changes can be costly and disrupt the project's budget. Our design-build packages provide a thorough and realistic budget estimate, helping you avoid financial surprises.

Longer Timelines

Traditional methods can lead to longer project timelines. Coordination between different contractors and designers can cause delays. Our design-build approach, with its integrated planning and execution, ensures that the project progresses smoothly and efficiently.

Higher Risk of Errors

The lack of collaboration between designers and builders in a non-design-build approach can result in errors or omissions in the design. These issues can be costly and time-consuming to fix. Our process ensures that designers and builders work together from the start, minimizing the risk of errors.

Limited Accountability

With separate entities handling different aspects of the project, it can be challenging to determine who is responsible for any issues that arise. This can lead to frustration and unresolved problems. Our design-build approach provides a single point of accountability, ensuring that any issues are promptly addressed and resolved.

Next Steps: Clear Roadmap for Your Project

Start with the Concept Phase: Ideal if you're not sure where to start or what's possible for your space. This phase helps you visualize your project and understand its financial scope.
Move to Project Development: Once the concept is approved, continue to the Project Development Phase to refine and finalize your project with detailed drawings, budget transparency, and expert guidance.
Sign a Construction Proposal: Secure your project on our schedule and receive a 50% credit on your design fees.

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Reach out for a consultation and discover how our design-build approach can transform your home. Let us help you create a space that reflects your unique style and meets your needs. With Don Moyer Construction, your dream home is just a call away.

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Discover the Possibilities with Our Design-Build Concept Package