Our Process

Our four-step process begins with an In-Home Consultation to define your vision and budget, followed by a Conceptual Design phase where we present initial ideas and preliminary pricing in our studio. We then move into Site Assessment & Specification, coordinating with trade experts for labor quotes while finalizing your material selections to ensure every detail is accounted for. Finally, we host a Final Estimate Review, presenting a comprehensive, all-inclusive project package for your approval before we officially launch your home transformation.

4 Step Design Journey

Step 1: In-Home Consultation & Discovery

We begin with a complimentary in-home consultation to discuss your vision, lifestyle, and needs. We’ll take measurements and define a realistic scope, budget, and timeline to ensure expectations are aligned from day one.

Step 2: In-Studio Design Review & Material Selection

Next, we present a conceptual design and a curated selection of materials at our studio. We provide transparent costs upfront—showing you exactly how selections impact your bottom line—so we can refine the design to meet your investment goals.

Step 3: Site Assessment & Labor Walk-Through

Once you approve the initial design, we coordinate an on-site walk-through with our trusted tradespeople. This allows us to secure accurate labor estimates and provide a precise, comprehensive scope of work.

Step 4: Final Estimate & Project Commitment

In our final review, we present the refined design alongside all material and labor quotes. To secure your place on our schedule, a design retainer is collected, which is applied directly to your total project cost.

Why work with us?

We believe you should know exactly who you are working with and what your project will cost before you make a major commitment. Our 4-step process is designed to prove our value, demonstrate our design caliber, and provide total budget transparency. We invest our time upfront so that when you’re ready to start, you’re moving forward with total confidence.

We're Open! Step into Our New Studio.

The wait is over. Our brand-new space in Downtown Dubuque is officially open! Located right on the Farmers Market stretch, it's the perfect spot to find inspiration for your next project. Drop in during our regular hours or schedule an after-hours consultation.

MEET US AT THE MARKET!

Studio Hours

Mon - Fri

8:30 am – 5:00 pm

Saturday

9:00 am – 1:00 pm

Sunday

Closed

Work later than 5:00? We're happy to schedule appointments outside of our standard business hours to accommodate your schedule. Please call 563.500.4233 or email info@elementdbq.com to meet with our team.