Design Checklist
Richard Furze discusses the advantages of having a designer on board when doing a bathroom or kitchen reno – and offers up his expert practical advice on the whole process.
Richard Furze | Architectural designer 2 min read
Richard Furze
Architectural designer | Born into a well-known building family in New Plymouth, Richard shifted to Auckland in 1996 and hasn’t looked back since. Now the head of an award-winning practice, he and his team are renowned for creating contemporary spaces with elegant design simplicity.
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Kitchen & Bathroom Reveal
Richard shares the secrets of his very own kitchen and bathroom renovation – and how you can make the best use of the space you have in your home.
Ask a Designer
Richard covers all your potential questions on getting the best results with your kitchen or bathroom reno – including his industry insight on how to go about things.
Sorting your budget
Amy Moore (Interior Designer) and Richard Furze (Architectural Designer) take you through setting a budget and give a rough breakdown of the costs.
Ventilation
Most older New Zealand homes don't have anything and it can create mold and mildue and health issues. You need to extract steam outside, not into the roof space, with extractor fans.
Who You Need
All bathroom projects need a large range of different tradies and professionals to help you along the way. Richard Furze will take you through them 1 by 1.
Future Proofing
Renovating a bathroom with sustainability in mind is easier than ever. Numerous products can help you save power, money, and endure the test of time.
Consents
Consent and compliance are really important because they can cause a huge amount of costs and issues if you don't do your research at the start.
Sorting your Layout
Designing your bathroom space for maximum functionality and style is key. Richard Furze shares space-saving tips for toilets, baths, showers, storage, and more. 🚿🛁🪞✨ #BathroomDesign #HomeImprovement
Why have a Designer/Architect
Using an architect or designer for your project/renovation adds valuable expertise, creativity, and efficiency to ensure optimal results.