Considering a home upgrade?

Whether you’re considering a new build or an upgrade to your home, there are several things to consider as you move forward in that process.

Fortunately for West Orange residents, Winter Garden-based Viewpoint Design and Installation offers its Concierge Complete service that can assist you from inspiration to installation.

Led by John and Melissa Ried, Viewpoint provides clients white-glove customer service, offers custom designs for every project imaginable and uses only the highest-quality products. So, whether you’re looking to upgrade that outdated kitchen or bath, turn that spare bedroom into an office or finally redo that laundry room to be perfect for your needs, Viewpoint’s team of experts can walk you through the entire process.

Not sure where or how to start? Read on.

HOW WOULD YOU EVALUATE YOUR CURRENT SPACE?

If you’re looking to gut and redo that builder-grade kitchen, you need to consider a few things. What do you like about your current kitchen? What do you dislike? Do you hate the location of your appliances relative to your cabinets? Does your refrigerator stick out in an annoying way? Is that barstool-height countertop ever used?

“We want to know what you like and don’t like,” Melissa Ried said. “That will help us know what to change completely and what to transfer over (to the new design).”

HOW WILL YOU USE THE SPACE?

What do you hope to accomplish with this upgrade? How do you use your kitchen? Are you a MasterChef in training? Or is it the de-facto gathering place when you have parties?

“We want to know if the person bakes, cooks, entertains,” John Ried said. “These are all code words that can help us determine what the needs will be.”

For instance, the entertainer might need a wet bar and a wine cooler. The baker will need a larger countertop. The chef might need specific cabinetry or storage near the stove. If you have children, perhaps you want a comfortable area for homework.

“We’re big believers in ‘form follows function,” John Ried said. “When we’re gone and you’re using it, it needs to be functional, and it needs to meet your vision for that space. There will be lots of laughs, lots of memories made there.”

WHAT ARE YOUR PLANS FOR THE FUTURE?

With any project, the materials used will play an important role in the final cost. However, making wise choices for cabinets, countertops and appliances is not as simple as choosing what you like the best. 

Instead, consider your timing and, more specifically, how long you plan to be in the home, John Ried said.

Those who plan to stay two to three years should be more budget-conscious. Consider the upgrade an investment. Furthermore, consider the current trends when making color and material choices

If you’re planning to be in the home five to seven years, don’t worry about the trends; after all, they’re likely to change. Instead, get what you love and what you’ll enjoy.

And if this your longtime home — you’re planning to stay there for more than seven years — do whatever the budget allows. You will not want to come to the end of the project and regret not splurging for those upgraded countertops or additional accessories you may want.

ABOUT VIEWPOINT DESIGN AND INSTALLATION

John and Melissa Ried opened Viewpoint Design and Installation in 2021, bringing decades of experience in the Interior Furnishings industry to Winter Garden.

Viewpoint seeks to offer homeowners a better option between the chaos of a big-box DIY store or paying a premium to hire a high-end custom design firm.

Instead, Viewpoint focuses on value — combining the benefits of a custom design and installation experience for each and every client — no matter their budget.

Through Viewpoint’s Concierge Complete service, customers can expect stellar customer service and expertise throughout their entire project. Furthermore, every customer has access to his or her project via Viewpoint’s project management software, including scheduling, daily logs from each days worth of work, photos and intra-messaging — all at your fingertips 24/7.

And, no project is too or big or too small for Viewpoint. 

For a free in-home consultation, visit chooseviewpoint.com.