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 ABOUT

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NICOLE SCALABRINO

My design passion ignited when I flipped my very first home in Atlanta's Buckhead area back in 2000. This experience sparked a love for transforming spaces. After relocating to Charlotte, NC, I obtained my real estate license and became an assistant to a top-producing realtor. There, my talent for staging and preparing listings for sale blossomed. While excelling in that role, I also embarked on a personal design journey, purchasing and renovating seven additional homes. In most cases, I acted as the homeowner-general contractor, gaining invaluable hands-on experience.

With years of renovation, design, and real estate expertise under my belt, it was only natural to turn my passion into a business. In 2018, I did just that! Today, my team of contractors and I create functional, timeless, and innovative design solutions for Charlotte homeowners. My zone of genius lies in crafting out-of-the-box solutions, transforming your home into a space even better than you envisioned!

 faqs

  • Fill out our intake form or send us an email. We will respond within two days to set up an introductory phone call to get the ball rolling. After we hear more about your needs, we will share our process and current timelines for viewing your project. We believe in dedicating ourselves fully to each project and therefore limit the number of clients we take on at any given time. If we mutually agree that we're a good fit for each other, we will continue to move your project through our process.

  • We charge by the hour for all our design services. For full-service projects, we are the retailer for the materials we recommend for your project. We source materials through wholesale vendors which allows us to pass along a portion of our savings to our clients.

  • The design process timeline varies depending on project size.

    Small projects: For a powder bath renovation, the design process takes as little as 4 weeks.

    Mid-sized projects: Kitchen renovations can take between 2-4 months in the design phase.

    Large projects: Full home renovations require the most extensive design work, typically lasting 6 months to a year.

    We believe in a thorough design process to minimize mistakes and regrets. Rushing this stage can lead to costly changes later. We'd be happy to share examples of how taking the time upfront benefits our clients in the long run.

  • We have an established network of trusted contractors and trades. As you become a client, we would be happy to bring them on board. Although we prefer to work with our contractors and trades because we have established working relationships with them that benefit our clients, we are also able to work with other reputable contractors that share our values for quality and aesthetics.

  • We specialize in full renovations for a few key reasons:

    Preserving Existing Elements: Introducing new features can sometimes highlight the age of existing items, potentially leading to unplanned change orders during the renovation.

    Warranty Concerns: Many contractors won't warranty the removal and reinstallation of older appliances or fixtures.

    Smoother Process & Client Satisfaction: Full renovations ensure a more streamlined process and ultimately lead to a space that exceeds your expectations.

    While we rarely work with existing elements, we're happy to discuss your specific project and goals.

  • Our passion lies in transforming homes through renovations, remodels, and additions with a focus on hard finishes. Think of it this way: imagine flipping your house upside down. Everything that stays put – cabinets, tile, countertops, paint, etc. – falls under our primary expertise. While we can help source "soft finishes" like furniture, rugs, accessories, and art, our core strength and focus lies in these "stick-to-the-surface" transformations.

    Our design aesthetic leans towards classic, simple, and current. If your project demands highly detailed, bespoke furnishings with intricate trims and imported pieces, we can readily connect you with trusted collaborators specializing in the aesthetic to complement our architectural expertise.

  • We maintain a small waiting list for our services. Project availability depends on the ongoing construction schedules of our current clients.

    We recommend contacting us as early as possible to secure a spot on our waitlist, even if your project start date is far out.

    However, we understand that unforeseen circumstances arise. Feel free to reach out for any project, large or small, and we'll discuss how we can best accommodate your timeline.