From Complexity to Certainty

Stephanie Kratz • December 8, 2025

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Key Takeaways:

• The true cost of new construction extends far beyond materials and labor.

• Stephanie Kratz Interiors justifies the retainer by managing complexity, logistics, and trade coordination.

• We define project scope, differentiating between redecoration and full service transformation.

Our management saves time, mitigates risk, and ensures the budget is optimized.



Logistics, Full Service Transformation, Defining the Project Scope

Whether its a ground up new build or a full remodel, starting a large scale luxury project can be complex, costly, and resource intensive. At Stephanie Kratz Interiors, we understand that the investment must be clearly justified. We are not simply decorators, we are strategic managers of logistics and complexity. We are not just interior designers we are logistical and complexity managers who bring value by pre-qualifying your projects the high demands of your project and making sure that your budget is distributed strategically by maximizing returns while minimizing stress. By partnering with us you are investing in a seamless, professional process that ensures your vision and your financial investment.


Understanding the True Cost of New Construction:

Invisible Costs: Beyond visible materials, a large portion of the budget covers infrastructure.

This includes all kinds of the steps for the process like engineers, permitting fees, demolition, framing adjustments, HVAC upgrades, and specialized electrical and plumbing. We make sure these foundational elements are correctly budgeted and executed for.


Trade Management: A custom home requires coordinating 30 or more specialty trades.

By working with plasterers, custom millworkers, lighting consultants, AV integrators, our role is to schedule, vet, manage communications, and ensure seamless handoffs between every subcontractor to save you time and mitigate errors.


• Defining Project Scope: Redecoration involves furniture, paint, and accessories.

A luxurious full service transformation encompasses architectural review, structural changes, custom millwork design, full material specification, and trade coordination. We clearly define this scope upfront to manage expectations and ensure a successful outcome.


• Budget Optimization: Our expertise protects you from costly change orders and delays.

Value engineering and procurement means we anticipate issues, lock in vendor pricing, and leverage our relationships to ensure your money is being spent efficiently.


Design/image credit to @stephaniekratzinteriors

The complexity of orchestrating a Full-Service Transformation is immense. Without dedicated, professional management, budgets inflate, timelines extend, and the final result often falls short of the initial vision. Our retainer is justified by the simple fact that we save you time, eliminate stress, and guarantee that the final product is a timeless, functional, and distinctly beautiful home delivered to the highest standard, reflecting the modern edge of design.


Ready to invest strategically in your home’s future? Contact Stephanie Kratz Interiors today and schedule a free consultation!
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