The remodel process

Amy Pearson Design (APD) is a residential design studio specializing in kitchen, bath, and whole home remodel projects, as well as new construction design in and around Portland, Oregon.

At APD, we understand that remodeling your home is an exciting opportunity to reimagine your space - but it can also feel stressful and overwhelming. Our team is dedicated to guiding you through the process with expertise, creativity, and commitment to collaboration.

Through our proven four-phase design process, we address your unique needs, concerns, and dreams for a beautiful and functional home. We provide you with a comprehensive design package, manage the details, and stay by your side from the first consultation to project completion.

PHASE I: PROJECT ONBOARDING & INITIAL DESIGN

Your journey begins with a complimentary 30-minute consultation where we explore your vision for change, identify your needs for space, discuss your project budget and timeline, and answer any questions you might have about our process. If we are the right fit, the next step is a one-hour, paid in-home consultation to refine your project’s scope and craft a personalized Design Services Agreement - laying the groundwork for a successful partnership.

Once we are ready to dive into design, our team will measure and photograph your existing space to establish a solid foundation for your remodel.  Using this information, we develop space plan options tailored to your needs and guide you through refining the design to perfection!

In this phase, we also collaborate with you to refine your design style, establishing the aesthetic direction and functional vision for your project. To ensure a seamless process, our pre-scheduled project timeline provides a clear roadmap of what to expect next and when to anticipate project completion.

PHASE II: PROJECT DRAWINGS & SELECTIONS

This is where your vision starts to take shape! We focus on key design elements such as fixtures, finishes, appliances, lighting, and going beyond to address every detail needed for a cohesive plan that perfectly balances both form and function. To ensure clarity and confidence, we provide design selection boards and detailed 3D renderings, making it easy to visualize your transformed space.

This is truly a collaborative process, designed to alleviate the overwhelm and guide you seamlessly through each decision with expert support every step of the way.

PHASE III: FINAL DOCUMENTATION

In this critical phase, we compile every detail into a comprehensive design package, including highly detailed drawings and itemized project specifications. This ensures your contractor has everything needed to execute your remodel flawlessly.

PHASE IV: CONSTRUCTION SUPPORT & PROCUREMENT

While much of our work focuses on preparation and creating the road map for your remodel before a hammer is ever raised, we remain actively involved throughout construction to project completion. In collaboration with your contractor, our team manages product procurement, including ordering, tracking, delivery coordination, inspecting items, and addressing any deficiencies that may arise.

During construction, we perform regular site visits and maintain open communication with your contractor to ensure your design vision is faithfully executed. Our goal is to alleviate stress, guide you through the process, and see your project through to successful completion.

The RESULTS

The marker for success in remodel is not the absences of setbacks and challenges, but rather the presence of a thorough plan coupled with open and honest communication addressing questions and concerns with integrity as they arise. The APD process addresses all project details prior to the start of construction, setting up our clients for a more seamless and successful remodel and build experience.

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