Condo Renovations on Cape Cod: Design and Building Process
While the design objectives of both condo and single family home remodels will likely have some similarities — making over spaces, improving function, creating more comfortable living spaces — there are many ways the process of each can vary. There will likely be an added level of complexity as well as coordinating, approving and the general flow of project logistics when renovating a unit within a condominium community.
Encore construction has done many condo renovation projects along Cape Cod, at the Belmont Condominiums in dennis and the Hoffman condo renovation, among other locations. The amount of experience we have working through all the aspects of condominium communities provides us with much insight into how to get the best results out of our customers’ visions and meeting their needs while ensuring that we meet all the requirements of their condominium associations.
All aspects of Condo Renovations
There are several things that make Condo Renovations different than single family home renovations. These things include:
- Approval processes from a condominium association or homeowners association (hoa)
- Documentation needed for approval to do renovations
- Work performed during certain times of day
- Insurance and licensure
- Delivery of materials
- Access to the building for deliveries and work
- Levels of Noise and disturbances created during work
- Structural changes if necessary
Every condominium association has slightly different rules; therefore, some approvals can be easier to obtain than others. In addition to providing all necessary documentation and support for obtaining approvals, encore construction also ensures that all documentation is accurate and correct which helps to speed up the approval process.
Limitations in Working within a Condominium Community
In contrast to single family home remodels, Condo Renovations involve working within shared environments. Therefore, careful planning is required for such items as:
- Scheduling Elevator use and working hours
- Protecting hallways from debris and keeping them clean and accessible
- Restrictions on Parking and load/unload procedures
- Staging and storing material
- Considering neighbors who have concerns about Noise and dust
Due to these limitations and constraints, careful planning is required. Our experienced staff plans ahead so we don’t disrupt residents but maintain our efficiency.
Renovation Possibilities Inside a Condominium Unit
Although working inside a condominium unit presents many limitations, it does provide ample opportunities for change. Most commonly renovated areas includes:
Kitchen Renovations
- Improving layout and functionality
- Modern cabinet layouts
- Replacing countertops and appliances
Bathroom Renovations
- Installing walk-in shower systems
- Updating tile systems
- Ventilation and lighting improvements
- Space saving storage options
Floors and Layout Improvements
- Hard wood floor installations
- Opening existing walls to improve openness
- Adding sound proofing features to rooms adjacent to shared wall partitions
Built-In Storage Solutions
- Creating custom closet and cabinet configurations
- Designing entry way organization systems
- Utilizing multi-purpose furniture pieces
Why Renovations in a Condominium Requires a Specific Type of General Contractor
Condo projects need far more than just a contractor’s skills. They require coordination, communication and a general contractors knowledge of the condominium associations’ expectations. Encore construction has years of experience with:
- Working directly with condominium boards and property managers
- Providing documentation and information related to complying with insurance requirements
- Sequencing work in occupied or partially occupied buildings
- Maintaining timely access to buildings without delay
- Keeping a clean, controlled and respectful job site
Our prior experience at Belmont condominiums in Dennis provided a better understanding of how to perform efficiently within condominium communities with good relationships with residents and management.
The Encore Design & Build Advantage
Just like our single family projects, we bring a design/build approach to Condo Renovations. With our design/build approach, owners receive a smooth process where design, planning and construction take place under one company. Design/build is particularly useful in condo projects due to:
- Reduced delays due to communication issues
- Designs that fit with association requirements
- Easy approvals and revisions
- More predictable budget and timeline
Experience Matters More than Ever in Condo Projects
Without the proper preparation a condo renovation project can quickly become complicated. We know the potential complications based upon previous work in multiple condominium associations in Cape Cod. Thus, we will anticipate any problems that could occur and continue to move forward with the project.
We want to transform your condo space into beautiful, functional space. So whether you’re looking at updating a single room or fully transforming your entire space we strive for the same goal: delivering quality finishes while honoring the community space and the process.
Let us Help Plan your Condo Renovation Project
If you’re looking to update your condo in Dennis, Yarmouth or anywhere else along Cape Cod Contact Encore Construction.
We’ll assist in getting started on your renovation project and show you what is possible within your space and building requirements.
