No. I’m not a general contractor or project manager. I stay involved as your designer and consultant, collaborating closely with your builder or contractor to keep everything aligned with the design intent for bespoke services. I support you throughout the process with expert input, clear documentation, and timely coordination.

Absolutely. Although I have preferred contractors to execute my designs all of my service packages are compatible with the contractor of your choice. I’ll work alongside them to provide design clarity, documentation, and ongoing support.

For renovation projects, I recommend LCF Renovations. We've partnered for over three years on all of my renovation projects, and they consistently deliver high-quality craftsmanship, clear communication, and a collaborative approach that aligns with the way I run my projects.

For new builds, I collaborate with a variety of custom home builders, each suited to different design styles, build timelines, and investment levels. After our Discovery Consultation, I’ll help connect you with the best fit based on your project goals.

Clients who work with berube blueprint x LCF Renovations experience:

• Seamless communication and aligned systems

• Faster decision-making and fewer surprises

• Priority scheduling

• Proven craftsmanship

• Minimal involvement required from you

• Full project warranty and post-completion support

They also manage:

• Change orders and deficiency resolution

• Permit acquisition and documentation

• Trade coordination and scheduling

• Direct billing for subs and materials

• Design coordination for projects under my Curated package

If you choose one of my preferred contractors, construction is billed through a cost-plus direct billing model. Instead of paying a large deposit or following standard draw schedules, you pay for services as they happen, whether that’s design work, trade labor, or vendor-supplied materials.

• You’ll receive detailed invoices showing actual costs for trades, labor, and materials

• A transparent markup is applied to cover builder overhead and project management

• Invoices are issued as work is completed

• Payments go directly to the contractor, keeping design and construction financially separate

• You maintain full visibility and control over where your investment is going

We’ll review standard vendor and trade payment terms during your Discovery Consultation, so you know what to expect and when at every stage of your project.

If you choose to bring your own contractor or self-manage the build, you’ll take on responsibility for all construction payments, trade coordination, budgeting, and contract management directly.

• During our design phase, I’ll provide you with a rough estimate of how long permitting may take based on your municipality, scope, and project type.
  

• I’ll also share a general construction duration estimate based on the size and complexity of your project.
  

• These are early estimates, not fixed dates, and may be refined as more information becomes available.
  

• Your builder or contractor will ultimately manage the construction timeline, but I remain available for key support milestones if you selected the bespoke package.