When meeting with a Normandy Designer about your renovation, they will want to get a feel for your personal style. Why? It is important for the details in the design to reflect your tastes. But for many, it can be hard to articulate an actual style.  That being said, Normandy Designer Lisa McManus has some pro tips to help determine what will work best for you and your home.

“While you may not know the right design terms, you know what you like,” said Lisa. “So, before meeting with a designer, it is a great idea to save photographs of spaces and details.”

“When it comes to research, a few good places to look include magazines, Houzz.com and even the Normandy Remodeling photo gallery,” added Lisa. “Saving these photos will help point your designer in the right direction and allow for them to show you relevant samples during selections.”

In addition to knowing and showing your preferences, the style terms and summaries below can be helpful in your quest to define your style:

Modern – Modern spaces are known for their clean lines and minimalist look and feel.

“With a modern design, you will see a lot of panel work, slab front drawers and a more modular and uniform look,” said Lisa.

Traditional – A traditional style is very ornate – think raised door panels, crown molding and a very distinct profile.

“While traditional is very detailed, it is a far cry from what is was 10 years ago,” noted Lisa. “Typically, we do not include as many ornamentals like fluting and corbels. In fact, todays traditional can be considered very transitional.”

Transitional – When it comes to this style, think modern meets traditional.

“A transitional design blends modern and traditional details together,” said Lisa. “The space is not too ornate, yet not too contemporary. It’s just right.”

“Merging these two styles has become extremely popular and can work really well in a suburban home,” added Lisa. “Over-the-top traditional is not as fashionable as it once was, so this can be a solution to modernize a home yet still keep in line with the rest of its details.”

One last thing to consider is current style of your home. Does your space already have a clear design that is modern, traditional or transitional? If so, you will need to ensure your newly defined style meshes well with what is already exists.

Do you know your style and want to get started? Set up a time to meet with Lisa.  For more design ideas and updates, follow Normandy Remodeling on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. You can also attend an upcoming seminar to learn more about the kitchen, bathroom or home addition process.