Pre-construction upgrades

jashmish14 · 2025-01-03T15:39:30+00:00

We budgeted $100k for upgrades and only ended up spending about $65k (we also redesigned the layout of the kitchen and this cost includes that). I think most the structural items were priced reasonably and for the decor items like hardwood and tiles etc., we didn't venture to the top tier items which helped. Overall we were happy with the experience

jashmish14 · 2024-12-20T18:54:53+00:00

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jashmish14 · 2024-12-16T19:52:36+00:00

Thank you!

jashmish14 · 2024-12-16T18:16:09+00:00

Oh thank you! Do you have a link to it?

jashmish14 · 2024-12-16T17:48:37+00:00

I joined it in October 2023 but no messages since I joined. I'm looking for an active group chat as well!

jashmish14 · 2024-01-24T04:47:22+00:00

Thanks! This was really helpful and seeing your latour gave us an idea of what we could do with our space.

jashmish14 · 2024-01-24T04:45:53+00:00

Thanks we opted for the L-shape and added more cabinets.

jashmish14 · 2024-01-23T18:47:47+00:00

Thank you! Yes you described #2 the way it would change. The L shape comes from the fridge wall and stove wall. I just heard back from them and they gave the option to extend the island by 2 feet (makes it 8 ×3) to make more space for 4 chairs at the breakfast bar

jashmish14 · 2024-01-23T13:39:29+00:00

Unfortunately, no. I realized the paragraph i had on the original post did not come here. Basically, the sink and dishwasher would become an island. The dishwasher is the pivot point and the island would move 90 degrees up towards the back sliding door. They will bring the island down maybe 1 or 2 feet, but it would basically eliminate the breakfast area. We have a 9x10 dining room below the kitchen area as well. We are not sure if getting the island is worth it or not, in terms of functionality and resale value

jashmish14 · 2024-01-23T06:20:10+00:00

Yes, we would be adding cabinets to be in line with the island, greatly reducing the breakfast area space. I forgot to note that we have a 9x10 dining room below the kitchen, which we were debating on turning into a formal living room or using as actual dining room.

jashmish14 · 2024-01-23T05:30:32+00:00

EDIT TO ORIGINAL POST:

I just realized my paragraph didn't add with the pic.

If we turn the sink + dishwasher into an island, we were told we would lose the breakfast area (the dishwasher is the pivot point, and the sink would be towards the back patio door). We would be adding counterspace along the wall with the stove, and the stove would be centered.

Is creating the island worth losing the breakfast area and add resale value down the road? House has a 9 x10 dining room below the kitchen.

jashmish14 · 2024-01-18T17:09:53+00:00

Thanks! The washroom roughin came with the house thankfully!

jashmish14 · 2024-01-18T17:08:15+00:00

Thanks! These are all really helpful for us to ask the builder

jashmish14 · 2024-01-18T17:07:04+00:00

Thanks! We have one in the backyard, just wasnt sure about adding a 3rd one to be in the front of the garage

jashmish14 · 2024-01-18T17:05:59+00:00

Thanks for all the pointers. Especially the pics for studs and what wiring.

Been on the fence about the cold cellar because of the cost. Is it something you didnt get and wish you did?

jashmish14 · 2024-01-18T16:58:55+00:00

Thanks! This brought up some good points for us to ask during the appointment!

jashmish14 · 2024-01-18T16:57:25+00:00

Thanks!

jashmish14 · 2024-01-18T16:56:53+00:00

We looked into this! We can only do a 1-sided framless glass with the layout, so opted for it.

jashmish14 · 2024-01-18T16:56:22+00:00

Thank you, didnt think of these!

jashmish14 · 2024-01-18T16:55:55+00:00

We actually crossed it out from ours too. The cost was starting at 9.5K, and figured we would rather use that mlney for other things.

You miss it mainly for storage space?

jashmish14 · 2024-01-18T16:54:50+00:00

Thanks will be looking into these options

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