Design Insight Inc.
About us
Design Insight Inc.(DII) ..is a full-service firm that is a synthesis of art & engineering. Design Insight specializes in custom residential and commercial architecture, with a focus on home & interior renovation. At DII, we strive to put the work first and let it speak for itself. We approach each project with a design/build process and pride ourselves on creating personal relationships with our clients. We offer a breadth of services from conception to completion; from the initial schematics to construction management...all the way to choosing that faucet that will tie everything together. As an architecturally licensed & fully insured company, Design Insight adheres to the highest level of quality standards while working within each project’s budget. Please see the list of just some of our services below. We are excited to create a custom space for you!
Business highlights
Services we offer
Services include: -Predesign & schematic layouts -Architectural drawings -Interior Design -3D Renderings -Permit Drawings -Construction Management -General Contracting -Detailed Fabrication -Custom Construction -Intricate Working drawings Designing &/or Building: -single family houses -commercial spaces -additions -kitchens & bathrooms -basements -fireplaces & entertainment centers -wine cellars & bars -decks & gazebos -etc. etc.
Amenities
Emergency Services
Yes
Free Estimates
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The process started with a review of the space and idea discussions back in Summer of 2013 when we first moved into the house. He was thorough in his overview of the property and we talked ideas and primary concerns. After the meeting, we decided to get designs drawn up and get on our way to making the dream a reality. Jereme presented 3 different and innovative design options that met our primary criteria, but gave us different pros/cons to consider around cost and/or design. The designs were also accompanied by an estimate with specific line items/materials incorporated (plus some options if we wanted custom molding, upgraded appliances, etc.). We noodled and saved (and also had two other kitchen designers draw up their ideas) and finally to the plunge in November to start our 10 week renovation process.
The idea of actually starting a kitchen renovation is scary, but the process actually went well. Both my husband and I remarked at how clean the crew maintained the worksite and how they paid attention to keeping the rest of our home as operational as possible. Jereme himself was super attentive and provided great communication. We handled the majority of our daily communication through email (preferred, as we both work and we could answer quickly) and he was personally on-site several days each week. Jereme gave us practical advice where necessary if it involved saving time/costs and was a sleuth at securing the best costs and presenting options for the various design decisions. That helped us focus on "high payoff" items vs getting dragged down into the minutia. We had complete trust in him.
The build itself went pretty smoothly. The skilled laborers were professional and seemed to take pride in their work. After 6 months of daily cooking and weekly entertaining, the craftsmanship looks just like Day 1. As for our day-to-day general contractor, John, he was just ok. If Jereme had not been as great at communicating and making sure the job site looked great, we might have rated the overall effort differently because of that factor. John seemed to stop by when he could and didn't seem to have the empathy/follow-through when we could see that the timing was going to run over.
At the end, the outcome is absolutely beautiful. Of course we were over a bit on budget, but within reason and it was largely our changes (went with high end appliances and required additional electrical work or decided to change from stainless to panels). What they say is true -- any single change after a design is set can have little repercussions. Make your decisions up front! We also went over our time estimate by a couple of weeks due to Thanksgiving/Christmas/New Years holidays but ultimately couldn't be happier with the results. The space is phenomenal for our family of four and expertly designed for our lifestyle and aesthetics. I think it is a kitchen that will stand the test of time.
Michelle Christensen
Licensing
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