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Pro Spotlight: 3 Numbers You Should Know for Any Home Project
A Henderson County architect and interior designer shares how to shape a budget, whether rebuilding or remodeling
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Who: Tiffany Prudhomme of Prudhomme Design & Interiors
Where: Hendersonville, North Carolina
In her own words: “Knowing your numbers ahead of time is crucial to a well-strategized design plan and managing your budget.”
Pulling together photo inspiration for your home project can be great fun. But don’t forget to also dial in the numbers. “Costs can sometimes be the most ambiguous part of the design process,” says Tiffany Prudhomme, who co-owns Prudhomme Design & Interiors with her husband, Rick, in Hendersonville. “For example, if you want high-end appliances, then the size of your home might need to come down, or the fit and finish might need to be tweaked.” Taking a realistic overall view of your budget from the outset will help better inform your project — and provide for your dream results.
Where: Hendersonville, North Carolina
In her own words: “Knowing your numbers ahead of time is crucial to a well-strategized design plan and managing your budget.”
Pulling together photo inspiration for your home project can be great fun. But don’t forget to also dial in the numbers. “Costs can sometimes be the most ambiguous part of the design process,” says Tiffany Prudhomme, who co-owns Prudhomme Design & Interiors with her husband, Rick, in Hendersonville. “For example, if you want high-end appliances, then the size of your home might need to come down, or the fit and finish might need to be tweaked.” Taking a realistic overall view of your budget from the outset will help better inform your project — and provide for your dream results.
Holistic approach. Prudhomme initially went to school for interior design, then followed up her undergraduate degree with a master’s in architecture. “I don’t feel like you can separate interiors and exteriors — you need the connection between the two,” she says. “I look at each project as a whole from the beginning.”
Building relationships. Working closely with her clients, Prudhomme designs homes that center around families’ needs and lifestyles. “It’s a very personalized process; I love creating a space that can make their lives that much better,” she says. Friendships are formed along the way. “It’s hard not to. We sometimes talk multiple times a day; then, after the house is completed, clients often call just to chat and say hi,” she says with a laugh.
Ready to assess numbers for your project? Prudhomme shares her tips below.
Ready to assess numbers for your project? Prudhomme shares her tips below.
1. Consider Square Footage
First, figure out size requirements, Prudhomme says. “Start out with a program that determines how many square feet each space needs, such as a master bedroom versus a powder room.”
When a Hendersonville family outgrew its 1,800-square-foot home, the team remodeled the second floor, creating another 800 square feet of usable space out of unfinished storage areas. The focus of the floor is a room for the family’s three young boys. Beds are tucked under the eaves, with built-in drawers underneath, leaving the center floor clear for play.
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First, figure out size requirements, Prudhomme says. “Start out with a program that determines how many square feet each space needs, such as a master bedroom versus a powder room.”
When a Hendersonville family outgrew its 1,800-square-foot home, the team remodeled the second floor, creating another 800 square feet of usable space out of unfinished storage areas. The focus of the floor is a room for the family’s three young boys. Beds are tucked under the eaves, with built-in drawers underneath, leaving the center floor clear for play.
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2. Create an Overall Budget
Be realistic about the total amount you want to spend. “Ask yourself: ‘How many dollars do I have to allocate to this project and how much is each space going to require from that budget?’ ” Prudhomme says. Factor in an extra 15% to 18% for the cost of a general contractor or project manager.
For this Fletcher home, the owners focused their money on the areas they wanted to use the most, such as the kitchen, master bedroom and living spaces, with high-end finishes such as custom cabinetry, expensive appliances and natural stone. They then cut costs in other bedrooms and bathrooms, which tend to have a lower return on investment when reselling, Prudhomme says.
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Be realistic about the total amount you want to spend. “Ask yourself: ‘How many dollars do I have to allocate to this project and how much is each space going to require from that budget?’ ” Prudhomme says. Factor in an extra 15% to 18% for the cost of a general contractor or project manager.
For this Fletcher home, the owners focused their money on the areas they wanted to use the most, such as the kitchen, master bedroom and living spaces, with high-end finishes such as custom cabinetry, expensive appliances and natural stone. They then cut costs in other bedrooms and bathrooms, which tend to have a lower return on investment when reselling, Prudhomme says.
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3. Choose Finishes Carefully
This is an area where costs can creep up quickly, Prudhomme cautions. “Do you have champagne tastes on a beer budget? It is critical to be thoughtful here.”
For this custom Flat Rock home, the owners allocated budget for standout finishes. The open floor plan benefits from varied ceiling beams, trim and material choices that help define spaces as well as create visual interest overhead. A blue onyx fireplace surround anchors the living room, along with backlit custom shelving. Custom cabinetry in the kitchen adds polish, and pendant lights make the whole space sparkle.
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More: For more information on Tiffany and Rick Prudhomme and examples of their work, visit Prudhomme Design & Interiors’ Houzz profile.
This story was written by the Houzz Sponsored Content team.
This is an area where costs can creep up quickly, Prudhomme cautions. “Do you have champagne tastes on a beer budget? It is critical to be thoughtful here.”
For this custom Flat Rock home, the owners allocated budget for standout finishes. The open floor plan benefits from varied ceiling beams, trim and material choices that help define spaces as well as create visual interest overhead. A blue onyx fireplace surround anchors the living room, along with backlit custom shelving. Custom cabinetry in the kitchen adds polish, and pendant lights make the whole space sparkle.
See more of this project
More: For more information on Tiffany and Rick Prudhomme and examples of their work, visit Prudhomme Design & Interiors’ Houzz profile.
This story was written by the Houzz Sponsored Content team.
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