Summary
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I learned the importance of thorough research when undertaking a kitchen renovation. I looked into different companies by checking reviews, asking friends and family, and using social media to make informed decisions.
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Communication is key when hiring a remodeling company. The company I chose, Elegant Kitchen and Bath, stood out because they were clear, friendly, and patient, answering all my questions.
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Creating a mood board helped me envision my kitchen's design. It included color schemes and general design ideas that I discussed with the project manager.
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Taking time with material selection is crucial. I spent 2 to 3 months deciding on materials, considering the pros and cons clearly explained to me by the project manager.
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I learned that a renovation doesn't have to be a long or chaotic process. My complete kitchen renovation took only two weeks, with daily updates on progress, which helped me manage my family life alongside the renovation.
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The new kitchen island became my favorite part of the renovation. It offers ample space for food preparation and hosting, along with plenty of storage in the cabinetry below.
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I discovered the importance of hiring a reliable and efficient company for home renovation. The right team makes the process smoother and is a worthwhile investment for a long-term project.
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How To Take Action
I would suggest starting with thorough research for any project or personal growth journey. Before making decisions, check online reviews, consult with friends and family, and explore social media to gather valuable insights. This helps you make informed choices.
Communication is essential. Whether you're hiring a company or communicating your ideas, being clear and patient can make a big difference. Like Elegant Kitchen and Bath, choose partners or teammates who communicate well and listen to your needs patiently.
Creating a vision can help you stay focused. Just like making a mood board for a kitchen makeover, try visualizing your goals. Use images, colors, or designs that inspire you to keep your goals clear and exciting.
Take your time selecting materials or tools. Weigh the pros and cons and don't rush. Gather advice from experienced individuals or managers, like how the project manager helped with material selection over two or three months.
Keeping the project manageable is important. Set timelines and break tasks down into smaller steps. This way, you can balance other responsibilities, much like managing a family during a kitchen renovation.
Finally, value reliability and efficiency. Choose people or companies that show clear results, as they can make complex projects feel smoother and more rewarding. Investing time in finding the right partners or tools can lead to long-term success.
Full Transcript
my name is AA sahad and we live in Northern [Music] Virginia we wanted to upgrade our kitchen because of functionality as well as form the kitchen itself was had a lot of potential it just was missed in its current state or previous state [Music] so I did a lot of research I went on social media I searched Google I read a ton of reviews I even asked friends in family I ended up with top three um companies that I wanted to interview for this project I had these three individuals come in and do kind of like a um a survey of my kitchen they able to give me estimates but elegant kitchen and bath was the first one who was very very forward with their communication they were concise they were very friendly they literally answered every question with so much patience and that is the reason why I chose to go with elegant Kitchen and Bath [Music] so I also decided that I was going to create a mood board for my kitchen I had color schemes I had a general design idea and I was able to meet with the project manager Omar after getting the estimates and deciding to move forward with elegant kitchen and bath and he was able to bring that Vision to life um in his office and that was also a great experience for me [Music] so once we decided on the layout of the kitchen we moved forward with the material selection and Omar again gave me the options and the differences in the materials that we could have chosen for the kitchen the pros and the cons of those materials and he again was super patient with me I did take my time actually took about 2 or 3 months for me to figure out exactly which materials I wanted to move forward with I um was able to go to different Stoney yards and you know he laid out all the options and allowed me time to figure that part out on my [Music] own I had heard a ton of horror stories when it came to construction and just the process and how long it takes from beginning to to the end but I was reassured that my process the complete renovation of this kitchen would take less or no more than 2 weeks and that is exactly what they did they delivered this entire kitchen within 2 weeks time frame they were amazing with their timeline they kept me updated every single day as to what part of the kitchen we would be working on the employees the workers everybody would always show up on time and leave on time I have a family to manage as well so that allowed me to be able to coordinate and plan for my family while we were taking over such a huge project so I have no complaints when it comes to the construction and the complete renovation of the kitchen um they did a fabulous [Music] job my favorite part of this kitchen I would have to say is this large island I didn't have an island before I had um my cooktop was on my Island which made it really really difficult to have the space to prepare food or to host and so I really really love this island because it's also providing me a ton of storage with all the Cabinetry underneath so I would definitely see the island and then of course this beautiful backsplash that I have behind me [Music] I would highly recommend elegant kitchen and bath to my family my friends anyone I come across I am a walking talking marketing ad for them just because I've had such a great experience and I know that it's a true investment when it comes to spending this kind of money for your kitchen for your home it's a long-term investment and it's not something just to hand over to anybody [Music] you [Music]
