The first step involves one of our designers to meet the client on-site to discuss the project requirements as well as take general measurements of the space.

This is a critical step in the design process as it allows the designer to understand the client’s vision and specifically the client’s requirements from a functional, design aesthetic and budget perspective.

To arrange a consultation time, come visit us in the showroom or contact us via the details on our website.

The next step in the design process involves the clients coming into the Shenton Park showroom for a meeting with the designers. 1st round of proposed drawings are presented in Sketch-up to provide a 3D visualisation of the space.

This first draft meeting is designed to be a two way process of seeking feedback to perfect the design. At this stage the designer can introduce individual product selection ideas, basic costings, colour palettes and story boards.

The conversation between client and designer continues with a focus on refining the design as well as identifying fixtures and fittings, from tiles to electrical appliances. This stage often requires site meetings with specific trades, such as electricians, plumbers and tillers, to establish the construction and trade costs associated with the project.

Through the consolidation process, the designer aims to not only sign off the design with the client, but also clarify all costs associated with the project, so that the costs of the project are as transparent as possible.

The designer will provide a final set of detailed drawings as well as an itemised, costed product selection sheet, which the client will sign to proceed with the project.

Before the cabinetry is put in to production, our project manager, also a cabinet maker with over 20 years experience, will do a final site measure and review of the plans.

As Retreat Design cabinetry is manufactured in Europe, there is a 12 week lead time before the installation and project management may commence.