What is Construction Detailing? Construction Detailing is where the form of interior design meets the function of spatial planning, allowing custom design elements to be woven into the fabric of a home. It is based on fully understanding the construction process, then sourcing and refining the details that go into the over-all design. When a designer collaborates with architects and builders at the inception of a project, they develop a comprehensive approach that allows for the orchestration of every nuance that makes a home unique and seamlessly functional. The result is a home that is as cohesive as it is beautiful from the ground up. As Coach John Wooden once said, “It’s the little details that are vital. Little things make big things happen.” At Susan Semmelmann Interiors, we settle for nothing less than big things and big results for our clients!
Why does Construction Detailing matter? Susan Semmelmann Interiors is devoted to giving our clients the top-of-the-line experience they deserve. With our vast experience in building homes and understanding the construction process, we know that Construction Detailing is crucial. It’s the difference between limiting the design to predetermined spaces versus having the freedom to craft each space to complement the homeowner’s signature style and taste. Think in terms of buying a product off the rack as opposed to having the same product custom-made; anything custom-made is fine-tuned to create a perfect, individualized fit. The process of Construction Detailing bridges the gap between construction and the critical elements of design that make a home unique and ultra-functional, down to the finest point. This all-inclusive approach ensures that nothing is missed, and the result is a home that fits like a custom-made glove!
What does this process look like when working with clients? We love working with our Construction Detailing clients because we know they are getting the very best from their homebuilding experience. They benefit greatly from a “meeting of the minds” of everyone touching their project, from designers to builders to architects and beyond. This process allows us to sit with each client, ask questions, catch their vision, and be in the creative flow that results in a framework for their desired outcome. We are then able to take the big picture and begin filling in the details that range in scope from larger, structural considerations to the smallest accessory decisions. This ongoing process lasts for the duration of the project as plans are fluid and flexible to a certain point. We stay in constant contact with our clients through all phases of design and construction so we can give process updates, consult on design decisions, and provide peace of mind by staying on top of budget considerations.
What are some examples of Construction Detailing? When we say Susan Semmelmann Interiors touches every detail of a home, we mean it. The Construction Detailing process guarantees that every design aspect is considered and cross-referenced for its viability, functionality, and ultimate aesthetic quality of a home. When beginning the design of a home’s interior, fabrics are always selected first as an anchor, and all other interior elements are chosen accordingly. These selections include items such as flooring, hardware, paint, lighting, countertops, and custom cabinetry, as well as bathroom tiling, tub surrounds, showers, and fixtures. There is nothing that can’t be customized to suit a client’s taste and add a personalized feel to a home. The framing stage is vital as it dictates the functionality and flow and sets the backdrop to highlight the interior finishings. Important structural considerations include architectural details, strategic placement of lighting, outlets, and plumbing fixtures, as well as feature walls, designated spaces for artwork, and proper setup for furniture placement and entertain-ing. We consider all of the above and much more when consulting with each client.
What is Architectural Detailing? Architectural Detailing focuses on the overall character and defining personality of a home’s structural design. Think along the lines of doors, trims, moldings, railings, curved or linear lines. The consistency of detail in the architectural design of a structure is crucial to the integrity of the whole. We like to think of the structure as the canvas and the interior detail as the paint, so the canvas must be smooth and uninterrupted for the masterpiece to shine. This does not mean, however, that architectural details need to be dull or flat. Quite the contrary, they can take otherwise monotonous spaces and bump them up a notch in style and visual appeal, as long as the continuity is intact throughout every area of the home.
How long have you been in the Construction Detailing business? Susan Semmelmann Interiors has 20-plus years of experience in the construction and interior design industries. Construction Detailing is in our DNA, it is our absolute passion, and it brings us great joy to walk with our clients through the process of designing their homes from the foundation to the very last finishing touch. We are in the business of building dreams from the ground up!
Susan Semmelmann
4372 West Vickery Blvd., Fort Worth, Texas 76107
940-577-1000