Starting an Interior Renovation

When beginning a renovation you must answer a few questions. The questions below are
based on a hospitality renovation which includes nightclub, restaurant, hotel and even retail store
renovation. The exception to retail would be greater stress on the product you are selling. If you
are beginning a residential renovation we suggest you take a look at getting started with a
residential renovation.

Questions to ask yourself when beginning a hospitality renovation.

1. Why are you renovating?

• Are you renovating to update the look and feel of your environment?
• Are you renovating to improve the function of your space?
• Are you renovating to change the use of your space?

2. Have you established a budget?

• See our section on "Budgeting for Interior Design".

3. Who is your clientele?

• What type of experience are they looking for?
• See our section on "Design As It Relates To Your Clientele & Location"

4. Are you serving your clientele to the best of your ability?

• Consider design ideas that can help you better serve your clientele.
• Can your staff successfully service your clientele?

• See our section on "Layout and How It Effects Your Bottom Line

5. Is your existing layout helping or hurting your business?

• See our section on "Layout and How It Effects Your Bottom Line"

6. How much square footage do you need for each activity?

• dancing
• dining
• bar space
• circulation
• coat check
• lounge area
• games
• TV's
• Internet access
• selling
• staff areas, etc.

7. How does your location impact your interior design?

• See our section on "Design As It Relates To Your Clientele & Location"

8. From a design standpoint what are you doing to keep your business up to date?

9. What design elements do you need to add to keep your business unique?

• What is your business identity and how will that effect the design?
• How do you represent your identity through the design of your space?

10. Consider creating a total experience for your clientele.

• What other types of entertainment can you add to your space to create
  a unique experience for your customers?

11. Are you equipped or do you have the time to adequately address these issues?

• Should you hire a design firm to oversee the renovation?
• See our section on the "Benefits of Using An Interior Design Firm."

These questions may vary depending upon your business. A restaurant renovation will vary from
a hotel or retail renovation but will be very similar to a nightclub renovation. This list should get you
started in the right direction. However we do recommend you consult with a professional. Designers
can help you save money by taking advantage of their planning, design and construction experience.
Design is a business just like running a restaurant, nightclub or other hospitality organization. Entering
into a renovation project without adequate knowledge can be very costly.

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