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Start With Clarity Before You Talk to a Contractor

Delano Designs helps Atlanta homeowners define scope, layout, finish direction, and permit-ready plans before construction begins—so contractor pricing is cleaner and expensive surprises are reduced.

• $500 Design Jumpstart credited toward full design

• Bathroom full design starting at $3,500+

• Kitchen full design starting at $5,000+

• Permit-ready drawings and construction administration available as the next phases

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Start With a Clear Plan

Best fit for Atlanta homeowners who want a real plan before construction begins

• Planning a kitchen, bathroom, basement, addition, or exterior remodel

• Wanting scope, layout, and finish direction clarified before hiring a contractor

• Typically investing $35k+ into the project

• Wanting fewer change orders, cleaner bids, and stronger execution


We take a limited number of new design starts each month.

Most remodels do not get expensive because of one bad finish decision

They get expensive when layout, scope, and priorities are still unclear, but contractor pricing has already started. That is when bids vary wildly, allowances hide missing work, and changes during construction become expensive.

Delano solves that before construction begins  • Full design direction before build starts • Contractor-ready scope for cleaner pricing • Permit-ready drawings when the project requires them • Construction administration to protect the project through execution

How Delano projects typically progress

Step 1 —

$500 Design Jumpstart: In-home consultation, LiDAR measurements, scope review, layout direction, finish guidance, and a realistic budget range.

Step 2 —

Full Design: Bathroom design starting at $3,500+ and kitchen design starting at $5,000+ Whole home projects are typically custom scoped and are about $7/sqft

Step 3 —

Permit-Ready Drawings: Used when the project needs construction documents for approval and bidding.


Bathroom permit-ready drawings after design start at $2,500+.

Kitchen permit-ready drawings after design start at $4,500+.

Whole-home architectural drawings start at $14,000 for 2,000 sq ft.

Step 4-

For homeowners who want the strongest control from planning through construction, Delano’s recommended approach is typically 15–25% of total project value and includes full design, permit drawings, contractor bid leveling, and ongoing construction oversight.


Most homeowners start with the $500 Design Jumpstart, then move into the level of support their project actually needs.

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A smarter remodeling process starts before anyone swings a hammer

Step 1: Feasibility and fit

Step 2: Home consultation + LiDAR measurement

Step 3: Existing → proposed plans

Step 4: Finish decisions and schedules

Step 5: Permit-ready construction documents

Step 6: Construction administration

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What We Provide

  • Complete design plans
  • Permit-ready construction drawings
  • Contractor-ready scopes for accurate pricing

So your project is fully defined before construction begins.


This Is For Homeowners who:

  • Are planning $35K–$3M+ remodels
  • Want a clear plan before construction
  • Value design, function, and long-term quality


Most remodeling projects don’t fail because of construction.

They fail because the design wasn’t fully resolved before the build began.

At Delano Designs, we specialize in remodeling design in Atlanta, helping homeowners in Buckhead, Sandy Springs, Roswell, Alpharetta, and North Metro plan their projects correctly—before hiring a contractor.

We create:

  • Complete design plans
  • Permit-ready construction drawings
  • Contractor-ready scopes for accurate pricing

Designed Like an Architect. Without Hiring One.

Most homeowners are forced to choose between:

  • Hiring an architect (expensive, slow)
  • Hiring a contractor (design is secondary)


We bridge that gap.

Our process ensures:

  • Clear design before construction
  • Accurate contractor bids
  • Fewer mistakes during the build

Remodeling Design Services in Atlanta

We specialize in:

  • Kitchen remodeling design
  • Bathroom remodeling design
  • Basement remodeling design
  • Exterior and addition design
  • Permit drawings & construction plans

Each project is fully designed before construction begins—so every detail is intentional.


Our Process

1. Consultation & Planning

We define your goals, budget, and scope


2. Design & Layout

We develop the full layout, materials, and vision


3. Permit Drawings

We create construction-ready plans for approval and bidding


4. Contractor Coordination

We help ensure accurate pricing and proper execution


Why Most Remodels Go Wrong

  • No clear plan before construction
  • Contractors pricing incomplete scopes
  • Layout issues discovered too late
  • Constant changes during the build


Our Approach Eliminates That

  • Fully resolved design upfront
  • Clear scope for contractors
  • Fewer surprises and delays

Serving Atlanta & North Metro

  • Buckhead
  • Sandy Springs
  • Roswell
  • Alpharetta
  • Marietta
  • Smyrna
  • Intown Atlanta
Before & After

BATHROOM REMODELS

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KITCHEN REMODELS

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BASEMENT REMODELS

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WHAT CLIENTS ARE SAYING:

Communication and care was amazing. Ryan was able to help my family through the beginning processes and he was able to explain everything and provide wonderful resources. His team definitely cares about their clients and look to create lasting relationships.

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