Hello, friendly people of Streeteasy forums, I am looking to do the following renovations to a 3bd 2bt 1,500 sq ft apt: - change parquet/carpet to hardwood flooring throughout - add track or recess lighting in living room - add light in dining room (pendant) - for bathrooms (standard 5 by 8) re-tile, take out bathtub and replace with glass shower case, add lighting, cabinets etc. - in one bedroom,... [more]
Hello, friendly people of Streeteasy forums,
I am looking to do the following renovations to a 3bd 2bt 1,500 sq ft apt:
- change parquet/carpet to hardwood flooring throughout
- add track or recess lighting in living room
- add light in dining room (pendant)
- for bathrooms (standard 5 by 8) re-tile, take out bathtub and replace with glass shower case, add lighting, cabinets etc.
- in one bedroom, demolish a couple of closets and replace (in a limited area, say about 6 foot width) with a new wall and add a door (this reinstates the original floor plan of the apartment; current sellers took out wall and put in a pocket door and closet)
- re-paint/add wall paper throughout
- change out the light switch covers and outlets (odd I know but the current ones are really dirty looking).
I am NOT renovating the kitchen (as ugly as it may be...shudder). I am NOT looking for custom closets to replace the existing ones or have custom built ins. I may have two more items depending on what the budget can take but this list is really what I think is essential work.
I have a fairly good idea of what I want in terms of final appearance although I think I could use some advice on the lighting. So my question is this: do I need to find a GC who will be able to put me in touch with an architect (since I need to replace a closet wall with real wall) who I can hire for the drawings, or do I need an architect anyway since a GC may not be able to help me out on the lighting design?
Also, any input on how much this should cost? I was thinking around 70k but if I'm being unrealistic about all this stuff, I'd like to know now!
As always, thanks for all the thoughtful advice.
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Response by estimator
about 14 years ago
Posts: 77
Member since: Nov 2011
My idea.
1-You work is not major renovation.So i suggest you a keep design cost minimal. (Just get an architect to give you some sketches for board and DOB approval (If need it ))
2-Get a reasonable GC to do quality work for you based on your drawings. (Let me know if you need a GC recommendation )
3-Your construction budget is about right. But could be change with design. (Allow your self 10-15 % increase)
Good luck
estimatorr at msn com
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Response by StudioLAB
about 14 years ago
Posts: 23
Member since: Sep 2011
Nowadays most alterations involving plumbing work no mater how small are reviewed and scrutinized by a building board and more often than not a building architect. For this, and for the preparation of DOB drawings for permits, you will need an Architect. Please contact to speak further about your potential project.
Best,
Matt
info@studiolabdesign.com
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Response by HirshsonDesignGroup
about 14 years ago
Posts: 20
Member since: Feb 2012
While some of your work borders on cosmetic, changing from a tub to a shower will likely raise issues for your board. The same is true of demolishing and constructing walls.
The first step would be to contact your management company and request a copy of the building's alteration agreement. It's highly likely you'll need drawings signed and sealed by an architect to obtain approval from the building and a permit from the D.O.B.
Please fee free to visit our site: www.hirshsondesign.com for project samples or email info@hirshsondesign.com. We specialize in tailoring our aesthetic to fit a range of budgets.
My idea.
1-You work is not major renovation.So i suggest you a keep design cost minimal. (Just get an architect to give you some sketches for board and DOB approval (If need it ))
2-Get a reasonable GC to do quality work for you based on your drawings. (Let me know if you need a GC recommendation )
3-Your construction budget is about right. But could be change with design. (Allow your self 10-15 % increase)
Good luck
estimatorr at msn com
Nowadays most alterations involving plumbing work no mater how small are reviewed and scrutinized by a building board and more often than not a building architect. For this, and for the preparation of DOB drawings for permits, you will need an Architect. Please contact to speak further about your potential project.
Best,
Matt
info@studiolabdesign.com
While some of your work borders on cosmetic, changing from a tub to a shower will likely raise issues for your board. The same is true of demolishing and constructing walls.
The first step would be to contact your management company and request a copy of the building's alteration agreement. It's highly likely you'll need drawings signed and sealed by an architect to obtain approval from the building and a permit from the D.O.B.
Please fee free to visit our site: www.hirshsondesign.com for project samples or email info@hirshsondesign.com. We specialize in tailoring our aesthetic to fit a range of budgets.
Best of luck!