Three Considerations Before Planning a Bathroom Remodel
- rakkausdesign
- May 30
- 2 min read
1) Know Your Aesthetics
How do you want your new space to make you feel? This is a question dictated by aesthetics, the visual aspects of design that evoke emotion. Do you want your bathroom to feel like an escape and spa retreat, or would you prefer a highly functional space to get ready on busy mornings? Would you like a bathroom that feels simple and modern or colorful and playful? Do you like black, gold, or chrome plumbing fixtures? What about a one-piece or two-piece toilet? Color is one of the best ways to evoke emotion, yet something as simple as a curve in a vanity cabinet can change the entire vibe of your bathroom.
All of these details add up to create an overall aesthetic that affects the feeling you get when you enter a space. If you have a general idea of your style, an app like Pinterest is a great place to start. We always appreciate inspiration photos that help us to better understand your specific preferences.
2) Know Your Budget
The final cost of a bathroom remodel can vary widely depending on your aesthetic, design, and layout. Having a defined budget for your project can help set the stage for a successful outcome. Here at Rakkaus, primary bathrooms in Madison, Wisconsin start at around $50,000. As a general rule of thumb, what you’d be willing to spend on a new car would equate to the cost of a new bathroom - but the sky's truly the limit here.
Sometimes, a homeowner may ask for a bathroom feature that feels like a small detail, like a rain shower head or wall mount vanity faucet, that actually entails much more labor and cost than is expected. We can help you understand the true costs of heated tile, steam showers, and custom floating vanities. Since it is impossible to know exactly what will come up during the demo process, particularly in older homes, we also recommend that clients set aside an additional 20% for contingencies.Â
3) Know Your Contractor
This may go without saying, but when planning a bathroom remodel you should take the time to know your contractor beyond just a working relationship. At Rakkaus, we take the time to build a rapport with our clients, getting to know their family, their vision, and goals. Building strong relationships with clear communication and trust only makes conversations about change orders, unexpected project costs, and highly personalized design decisions much easier. If you are considering a bathroom remodel in Madison or Middleton, Wisconsin we would love to learn more about you and your vision. We always look forward to building meaningful friendships and providing joy through reimagined, beautiful spaces.
