Home improvement projects involving building something new or working on a pre-existing structure require careful design. This is the first step to complete your project, and a window to leave your mark with innovation & creativity.
A design should fulfill certain minimum requirements put up by the local government. Most people tend to stick to those and move on. However, a smarter design that adds more value is a great way to make a good impression on your client. Keep these things in mind to further add value to your project.
Presence & Appeal
The design of the building will determine its presence in the locality. Your design reflects your style, and your project when completed should do the same. A final product that is architecturally balanced and is pleasing to the eyes will have more appeal to it.
The number of floors, choice of paint, even the materials used for the outside walls contribute to this.
Indoor Air Quality
A good building should have a well-thought ventilation system. Indoor air can turn out to be more contaminated than outdoor air. This is because the same air is being circulated again and again. This creates an excess of impurities and a lack of fresh air. Air pollutants do not have an immediate effect on health but continuous exposure will make people sick.
Your design should consider this. Come up with ways to induce fresh air now and then. Air purifiers are a great option if you are aiming to improve indoor air quality. Natural methods include the opening of strategically placed windows every few hours.
Smart Layout
The layout of the project is important from start to finish. A complex layout will further push the materials required for the project. Installation of extra piping and wiring will also take more time and labor. Even after completion, a smarter layout provides a hassle-free experience.
It is advised to use a building information modeling tool to achieve the best solution to all the layout related problems.
Conservation Measures
In today’s world, your projects will be talked about if they are environmentally friendly. One of the ways to become eco-friendly is by using fewer resources. Use the natural stance of your building to your advantage to cut down the bills. If your building has ample sunlight, rely on bigger windows to let the light in instead of using high voltage bulbs.
Another way is by switching to LED lighting throughout the building, they use less energy. The piping and motors in the building should be checked for power rating before installation. All these measures help conserve resources which will make your client happier.
Maintenance Friendly
Leave room for improvement. The final product should be easy to maintain and upgrade, should the need arise. Finish your job in such a way that it will be easier for you or anyone else to take up this project later on.
Adding value to your design also goes a long way in adding value back to you. With more people appreciating your work, you will have a better chance to get more clients.
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