REMODELING:TIPS AND TRENDSLora J. Vassar, CGP, CAPS

Arch Design, Inc. (505) 344-0002 Lora@ArchDesignNM.com

Introduction

Lora J. Vassar Owner, Arch Design, Inc

Residential Design/Build Remodeling Firm General Contractor with 28 years in

Construction Industry Since 1993, dedicated to remodeling

industry Bachelor of Architecture, UNM Past Green Build Council Chair, 2012 &

2013 Board Member of NAHB, among other

Boards

Overview

Tips DIY? Or hire Professional? HBA: The Trusted Resource Lead/Radon Info & Requirements Financials: Including Incentives & Rebates

Trends Master Plan Baths, Outdoor Spaces, and Kitchens Retrofits: Energy Audits, IAQ, Water, Safety, Comfort, &

Durability CAPS Generational Shifts in Remodeling

Tips

Licensed Professionals vs. DIY Replacing, or Maintaining vs. Remodeling Choosing a Remodeler

Referrals HBACNM.com The Trusted Resource Remodeling Guide as a resource

Always check for current License, Bonding, Insurance, and References

Lead, Radon, and other Bad Stuff To Permit Or Not? When it’s a good idea &

req’d

Funding:Financial Options

Cash Credit Card Home Equity Line

of Credit Re-finance Home 203K Loan Energy Efficiency

Mortgage

Rebates & IncentivesDSIREUSA.org

Federal: $200-$500 for specific items and efficiencies expired in 2013

Renewable Energy-30% State: 10% Renewable Pending Legislative

Rebates: Call your Legislator!!

Utility Companies: Various item specific

rebates

Trends:

Master Plan Design/Build

Still, Best Practice Manageable, Phased

Projects One accountable party Value Engineered

Baths, Outdoor Spaces & Kitchens are this year’s top client requests

CostvsValue.com

Nationally, the average home is 45 yrs. old

Retrofits & Building Science

HERS/BPI Specialist Energy Audit

Indoor Air Quality Safety Improved Comfort, Costs,

& Maintenance Water Conservation

Improving the Improvements:

Generational Changes

Traditionalists: AKA Silent Generation- approx 1929-1944

Leading Edge Boomers: approx 1945-1955

Trailing Edge Boomers: approx 1956-1963

Gen X: approx 1964-1980/85

Gen Y & Millennials: Approx 1980-1995

CAPS: Certified Aging-in-Place

Staying in homes longer

Universal Design Concepts and

Practical LivingAll ages and

abilitiesLower MaintenanceDurabilityPennies vs. dollars

if incorporated with remodel

Products, Technologies, and Floorplans

Products and TechnologiesAppliancesElectronicsProductsWireless

ComponentsLightingSmart Homes

Open Floorplans and flexible spaces

Storage

Never enough!!!

Always need more!!

Conclusion

Knowledgeable Strategic Partners are crucial.

Add a Professional Remodeler to your business team.

The rewards and lessened aggravation are worth it!