Why work with a KBDi Designer?

KBDi members are skilled professionals with a deep understanding of kitchen and bathroom design. They stay up-to-date with the latest trends, techniques, building codes, and standards, ensuring your renovation exceeds expectations.

Take the stress out of your kitchen or bathroom renovation and bring your dream space to life.

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Thinking of Renovating Your Kitchen or Bathroom? Here’s Why a KBDi Designer is an Excellent Investment

Planning a kitchen or bathroom renovation is exciting, but it can also feel overwhelming. From creating a practical layout to selecting the perfect finishes, there are countless details to consider and decisions to be made. Investing in the services of a KBDi designer can make all the difference.

KBDi (Kitchen and Bathroom Designers Institute) members are experienced professionals who bring expertise, creativity, and organisation to your renovation. They ensure your project runs smoothly, looks stunning, and meets your needs. Here’s an overview of the design process and how a KBDi designer adds value at every stage.

1 | Design Survey

Great renovations begin with a thorough understanding of your space and vision. Your KBDi designer will:

  • Conduct an on-site survey, measuring and sketching your space to identify structural considerations, service locations, and other site-specific factors.
  • Review existing plans and documentation.
  • Collaborate with you to establish a design brief, considering your practical needs, style preferences, budget, and timeline.

This initial phase lays the foundation for a renovation tailored to your lifestyle, home and budget. 

2 | Concept Design and Development

With your goals defined, your designer will transform your ideas into a cohesive concept. They will:

  • Create an initial design based on your design brief, including floor plans, perspective sketches, or 3D visuals.
  • Present the concept for your feedback and refine it as needed.
  • Help you select materials, finishes, fixtures, and fittings that align with your vision.

By combining their design expertise with your input, a KBDi designer will craft a space that’s as functional as it is beautiful.

3 | Documentation

Clear, detailed documentation ensures everyone involved in the project understands the plan. Your KBDi designer will:

  • Prepare working drawings, including floor plans and elevations, suitable for quoting or tendering.
  • Create 3D presentations or perspective drawings to help you visualise the finished result.
  • Provide a comprehensive specification outlining all selected materials and finishes, or a complete schedule outlining all of the fixtures and fittings required.

This documentation minimises misunderstandings and sets your project up for success.

4 | Project Consultancy

As your project moves forward, your designer can act as your trusted advisor. They’ll:

  • Gather quotes for materials, fixtures, and fittings.
  • Refer and liaise with reliable tradespeople.
  • Coordinate the various services required to bring your renovation to life.

Your designer's guidance saves you time and ensures every detail is considered.

5 | Project Management

While many KBDi designers specialise in design and documentation, some will also collaborate with builders or project managers to oversee the renovation. A well-documented plan ensures your trades team is ready to:

  • Schedule and manage the project timeline.
  • Maintain the budget.
  • Coordinate trades and ensure work progresses as planned.

By working with a professional designer and reputable team of trades, you’ll have peace of mind knowing your renovation is in expert hands.

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Image credits: Ashley Maddison | AM Interior Studio

Kitchen Design

A new kitchen is a big investment, and you need to be sure that the decisions you make will lead to a beautiful and practical space.

Engaging a professional designer is advisable; a good kitchen designer will help you define what a kitchen is to you, and will marry your needs and wants with a practical, beautiful and value-adding design solution. They will consider: 

  • orientation of the home:  what are the areas/rooms adjoining the kitchen, and from which directions will the kitchen be accessed?
  • physical restrictions or safety concerns:  will access to an under bench oven be difficult?  Will overhead cupboards be within reach?
  • cooking styles:  are most meals prepared on the stovetop, baked in the oven or reheated in the microwave or steam oven?  Is space required for a slow cooker, bread machine or top-of-the-range food processor?
  • storage requirements:  is shopping done in bulk? Will a new fridge be required now, or should it be allowed for in the future?
  • budget:  will the kitchen investment be in line with the value of the home?

Image credits: Ashley Maddison | AM Interior Studio

Bathroom Design

Engaging a specialist bathroom designer will make planning the perfect bathroom a lot less stressful.

Your ideal bathroom may be very different to your neighbour’s. To some, it is the ultimate retreat – a place to seek solace and soak away the worries of the day.  To others, it’s like Central Station – churning out the family one by one as each prepares for the day ahead.  Some prefer the bathroom to be minimalistic; others seek solutions to a storage crisis, and have cupboard space high on the list of priorities.  It must always be easy to clean, and a safe place to be. The best bathroom designers will:

  • assess your family’s requirements – no point having a stunning bathroom if it does not meet its users’ needs
  • pay great attention to waterproofing, drainage, falls to floor wastes etc, and have an excellent understanding of the relevant Building Codes
  • advise on the suitability and availability of products, such as tiles, stone, laminate, glass and lighting. A myriad of materials can be worked into a successful bathroom design, but they must be practical in their application

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