helianthus woodworks
– fine furniture & cabinetry –
My Approach
Through each stage of your project, my process is guided by the twin tenets of producing high-end work without breaking the bank, and balancing form with function.
In the event that your project requires a general contractor or additional subcontractors, I'm happy to offer recommendations and work with them directly; remodels can be a bit daunting and my mentality is that the less phone numbers you need to remember, the better.
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Initial Ideas
This is the fun part. The goal here is getting a sense of your goals for the project. Pinterest, Instagram, pictures from the homes of friends and family; these are all great place to start when considering your ideal end product. This stage includes:
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- An in-person consultation, where we walk the space and get a sense of what the project entails.
- Looking through inspiration photos.
- Honing in on which functional concerns are priorities.
- Offering a ballpark estimate and timeline.
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Design
Functionality, aesthetic preferences, budget concerns, and scheduling are translated into a cohesive plan. This stage includes:
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- Establishing whether a general contractor should be involved.
- Recommending additional subcontractors where needed and bringing them up to speed.
- Final shop drawings for review and approval.
- A detailed list of wood choice, paint color, and hardware preferences.
- A final estimate, followed by a downpayment and expected timeline.
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Fabrication
I favor building a single job at a time from start to finish. Sustained focus keeps any details from being overlooked and keeps your project on schedule. This stage includes:
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- Material orders.
- Fabrication.
- Progress updates at every segment of the build.
- Painting and finishing.
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Install
We're in the home stretch. I transport and install my cabinets personally so nothing is lost in translation between builder and installer. This stage includes:
- Prepping the space for install.
- Transport to your home.
- Installation of the piece(s)
- On-site touchup.
- Final payment on completion.
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