Just closing on a 1br (1200 sqf) apartment in the Financial District. I am looking for a designer/contractor to coordinate a renovation, as it has remained unchanged since it was a bland rental unit. Among the significant items that need to be renovated (other minor things): 1. Complete renovation of the kitchen (new island, cabinetry, countertop, appliances, finishes). 2. Overhaul of powder room... [more]
Just closing on a 1br (1200 sqf) apartment in the Financial District. I am looking for a designer/contractor to coordinate a renovation, as it has remained unchanged since it was a bland rental unit.
Among the significant items that need to be renovated (other minor things):
1. Complete renovation of the kitchen (new island, cabinetry, countertop, appliances, finishes).
2. Overhaul of powder room (it looks like a hospital bathroom)
3. Custom desk and cabinets for office space in alcove area
The designer gave me a 140K estimate for just the construction and mill work...Is this high? There will also be a 15 percent fee for his overseeing construction and 30 percent markup of goods purchased.
My all in budget is 250K--my question is, am I better off going with a less expensive designer and spending more money on finishes and furniture and materials?
Anyone have suggestions for a designer/contractor who can produce good results for a 250K budget?
Thanks!
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Response by New2me
over 10 years ago
Posts: 70
Member since: Jan 2009
You might want to reach out to Jeff at Prime Renovations. He (Primer05) is a frequent and respected contributor to discussions on SE. He will be able to give you a good idea of what is possible within your budget.
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Response by uptown_joe
over 10 years ago
Posts: 293
Member since: Dec 2011
You can do this for more like $150K to $200K, even with some splurges on fancier finishes, appliances, fixtures, etc. -- Definitely shop around. Unfortunately I don't have anyone specific in mind to help you. But would recommend you tell people you are ready to spend $180-$200 and then let it go a little over that.
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You might want to reach out to Jeff at Prime Renovations. He (Primer05) is a frequent and respected contributor to discussions on SE. He will be able to give you a good idea of what is possible within your budget.
You can do this for more like $150K to $200K, even with some splurges on fancier finishes, appliances, fixtures, etc. -- Definitely shop around. Unfortunately I don't have anyone specific in mind to help you. But would recommend you tell people you are ready to spend $180-$200 and then let it go a little over that.
Thank you New2me.
Cbrockman,
I would be happy to discuss your project with you. You can see my work at www.primerenovationsnyc.com
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