What does the process look like of working with a client toward a kitchen design?
Joni Albers, Thurston Kitchen & Bath, Thurstonkitchenandbath.com: “Kitchen designers start by exploring the client’s wants and needs. We ask a lot of questions to access what we should include in your project—those hot, new items that are out there to the traditional top performers. It is important that you have a very open mind and be very honest; You will get the best results. Then plans need to be drawn. Sometimes that includes providing architectural plans to your designer or possibly a site measure. A designer will come up with plans for what they recommend for your space, often accompanied by finishes, color palettes and samples of products they recommend. Depending on the project, there may be showroom visits to view products like appliances, tile and cabinetry. Once plans and finishes have been finalized, the job is usually put out to bid with multiple contractors for competitive installation pricing. Once the homeowner decides to proceed with the project, products are ordered.
