Mood boards are always an exciting step in the design process. The purpose of a mood board is to get a glimpse of the vision. Do the elements that have inspired us, and we have chosen, look good together? And even more, does it capture what you are hoping for in your new space? A mood board is a tool to make sure we are going in the right direction so that sourcing can begin.

A two dimensional plan is the actual document that contractors use to build your design. It will have drawings to scale along with specifications (basically a step-by-step recipe for your design). A three dimensional plan is for your benefit as the client to walk through your new space and see your design come to life.

We use state of the art drones for exterior and 3D measuring software for the interior. This provides precise 3D measurements of your space for us to begin building your render. The process is quick and efficient, and easy for you as the client.

We promise this homework is the fun kind! As our design client we work hard to discover what you love. We approach this process by immersing you in Pinterest where you add design pictures that make you happy, to a designated design board. This process effectively pulls in those intangible style elements that you may not be able to articulate, but pictures definitely capture for you!

An allowance-based construction is a line item cost estimate for each area of the project. Oak Design & Build uses allowances to help create a working budget for a construction project that enables our clients to manage costs.

Transparency and clear communication are cornerstones for our company, and we have found clients value being able to see how their budget is spent in a line item format, while empowering them to identify which areas of their project are the most important, and to flex their budget to meet those needs. An allowance-based approach to construction also helps clients identify areas where a material or labor cost may exceed the limit of their budget, and empowers them to course correct. Ultimately, the working relationship between client and contractor happier and full of open communication.

Because our company holds both licensure in both General Contracting and Landscape contracting, we hold a unique edge in the industry that equips us to address the full spectrum of your property needs from interior remodels, landscape installations, yard designs, home builds, and more.

This is the process of putting your design vision into actual spaces on your design render. You will work with us to determine the overall size and shape, and we adjust until we get it just right!

At the completion of your design we will meet you at your home and bring your two dimensional plans to review with you. We review the digital mood board, source list for materials that you have decided on in your design phase, and the specifications of your design project once it is in construction phase. We also bring a board of tangible elements along, so you can see samples of your design hardscape and softscape choices in person. At the end of our meeting you will receive paper and digital copies of your 2D render, along with 2 separate views of your 3D render.

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