Every kitchen is a new set of challenges which provides an opportunity for a unique creation.  This is a dynamic process of give and take that occurs between the designer and the client until that unique design evolves. 

Through creative space planning, many elements are brought together in each kitchen – architectural elements become an integral part of the kitchen along with proportion, texture, color and the imaginative use of materials – to create warmth and comfort.

The design process evolves through several stages.

Phase I – Initial Meeting
During the initial free consultation, designer Lois Kennedy and a potential client discuss the pending projects and test the mutual compatibility between them.  A remodeling project is long term in most cases, and personalities are key to success.

Phase II – Preliminary Concept Design
Once agreement has been reached to proceed, a preliminary design retainer, which is dependent on the scale of the project, is required.  An in-depth interview/consultation will then be arranged, upon which preliminary concept drawings will be prepared.  This is the point where “dreams meet reality” and a budget is created.

Phase III – Design Development
Generally this phase requires several meetings during which all details are finalized and materials are selected. 

Phase IV – Contract/Orders
Upon the arrival of a preliminary concept, a deposit is requested based on a percentage of products needed for the project.  Production time is reserved with manufacturers and tradesmen once the deposit is received.  The plans are fine-tuned, contracts are finalized and a deposit of 50 percent of the remaining balance is required. 

Phase V – Construction
Construction begins based on the manufacturers’ delivery schedules.  Upon arrival of the materials, balance of the fee is due, less five percent.  The final five percent is due upon completion of the project. 

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