Posted on Monday, August 16th, 2010, 10:59 am by Elaine
In working with homeowners embarking upon a home remodeling project, I stress the importance of conducting in-depth interviews with all of the candidates who may become part of the professional design and construction team. I explain to homeowners that the first meeting should not center, solely, around how many projects they have completed, what city or town they have worked in, or even the beautiful portfolio.
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Posted on Thursday, May 6th, 2010, 11:18 am by Elaine
More often than not, it’s the “oops!” that sidetracks remodel projects, resulting in cost overruns and lost time. Even the most intelligent and talented people (homeowners as well as the design and construction professionals) overlook simple errors and omissions. Whether it’s in the up-front research phase, while producing the drawings, in the final cost estimate or in the legal contract-for-services,...keep reading
Posted on Wednesday, March 31st, 2010, 8:51 am by Elaine
It’s your home. It’s your money. It’s your sanity. It’s your business. AND, it’s all yours to lose! Why not take the up-front steps to better understand the project you are about to undertake AND undertake a leadership role in managing the process? The only time a homeowner should worry about the outcome of a project is when they enter into the process uneducated and unprepared.
From my point-of-view…
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Posted on Wednesday, March 17th, 2010, 1:14 pm by Elaine
Open for discussion…
Does anyone out there know (or care about) the difference between process management as opposed to project management as it pertains to the design and construction industry? I’d like your ideas, comments or questions before going into a lengthy monologue!
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Posted on Thursday, February 18th, 2010, 1:27 pm by Elaine
January 2010 marked the beginning of my fourth year in business as a Home Remodel Consultant. January 2010 also marked the debut of this blog, Remodel Without Remorse, and today marks my first legitimate post.
However, before I begin a series of Quips and Tips about the home remodeling process, let me fill you in on exactly why I chose to segue from a very successful business consulting practice, serving...keep reading
Posted on Tuesday, January 26th, 2010, 8:25 pm by Elaine
Happy New Year! This blog site is officially up and running and LIVE! I will soon post my first message, directed to homeowners and the design and construction professionals…
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