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What
services do you offer? |
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Our
team of surface artisans can transform a space and make it subtly elegant
to dramatically powerful via paints, glazes and textures. Techniques can range
from a beautiful glaze that simply enhances an area to a masterful trompe l'oeil
mural that will please your guests with pitch-perfect perspective. Outdated cabinets
can be given a fresh look without the cost and hassle of installing new ones.
Moldings, trim and doors can be made to expertly match built-in wood cabinetry
or columns can be given a marble treatment and no one will ever be the wiser.
The brand new can be made to look centuries old and the old can be made to look
modern and sleek. We offer creative and artistic solutions for your surfaces. |
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What
is the difference between residential and commercial commissions? |
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Each
project has different goals. We keep in mind that a residential commission requires
understanding the visual effects, feeling or image that a client wants to convey.
A commercial, retail or hospitality commission requires a knowledge of what
effect the designs will have on consumers and how it will draw them back
to their establishment. Response time is critical for these clients as well. For
either commission, it is important to offer the smartest solutions within established
budgets. |
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How
much is a consultation? |
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Consultations
in the general Orlando, Florida area are complimentary. Additionally, if a referral
comes through a design firm we work with or by a new designer, the consultations
are also complimentary. A $50 -$125 charge will be applied to non-local
potential clients within the state of Florida, with the fee applied towards the
proposal. Consultations outside of Florida and the United States require
private negotiations.
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What
is the process? |
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During
an Initial Consultation, the overall design idea will be discussed. Potential
clients will view sample portfolios and color swatches and measurements will
be taken at that time. We use our expertise to suggest the best areas to incorporate
the surface techniques in addition to what finishes are ideal for a
client's particular situation.
A proposal will then be mailed and if accepted,
a Fifty Percent (50%) deposit will be required. At this time, Sample Dates and
Work Dates will be set up in the firm's calendar.
Sample Dates are consultations
in which proposed technique boards will be presented. These boards will have been
custom made for the client to showcase the specific colors and techniques
chosen during the initial consultation. All finishes and colors are chosen
prior to the Work Dates. The firm has everything needed to execute the commission
-- clients will not need to provide any equipment or materials. The size of the
commission will directly affect the size of the crew and the clients will know
in advance how many artists to expect. The utmost care will be taken to protect
the client's home or business.
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How
much are your services? |
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Our
pricing is usually by the square foot with special considerations towards
unusually high or difficult areas. The techniques range from $2 - $20 per square
foot. Please note that for techniques that require smooth surfaces, such as Venetian
Plaster, an extra fee will be applied if the surface we are to work on has
texture that requires skimming. During the initial consultation, a budget will
usually be discussed.
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What
is your time frame? |
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Initial consultations
can be scheduled fairly quickly. The firm itself is usually booked several
months in advance for Sample and Work Dates. However, due to ever-shifting
construction timeframes and the versatility of our crew sizes, we are occasionally
able to accommodate quick turnaround or "emergency" commissions.
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Are
you eco-friendly? |
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In early 2006,
our firm decided to respond to the environmental crisis and started the process
of becoming a "green" company. Currently, all our paints and glazes
are water-based and have low VOCs. We are using and testing numerous recycled
products and eco-friendly materials for longevity and superior aesthetic quality.
Our goal is to offer the most appropriate resources to support sustainable design.
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Are
you insured? How many years have you been in business? |
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The
firm was launched in 1998 and we are fully licensed and insured.
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