Insights & Perspectives
Resources
Guides and reflections on luxury renovations, owner's representation, and the details that define a well-run project.
Why the Lowest Bid Is Rarely the Lowest Cost
On a luxury renovation, bids on the same drawings can differ by hundreds of thousands of dollars. How to compare contractor proposals on equal terms before you sign.
Guide7 min read
How a Single Contract Review Saved a Client $40,000
A Manhattan luxury renovation case study. How methodical contract review and invoice auditing stopped a $40,000 overbilling from the project architect.
Case Study5 min read
What Is an Owner's Representative?
An owner's representative is hired by the homeowner to protect budget, schedule, and quality on a luxury renovation. Here's what they do and when to hire one.
Guide7 min read