Kitchen Remodeling Project-Communication Plan

Introduction

A kitchen is an essential part in every home as it serves as the heart of every active home where all meals are prepared and a place where parties gather. Kitchen remodeling has become very popular over the recent past with the primary objective being to upgrade the kitchen appliances and boost the resale value of the property in case the owner needs to sale the kitchen as part of a home. Kitchen remodeling can be costly, time-consuming and complicated if the proprietor of a house does not consider expert advice during the remodeling process. 

The standard price of remodeling a kitchen depends on the size of the kitchen, the quality of appliances and equipment needed and also if the owner needs to change the layout of the kitchen. The budget that professor Misterek plans to spend is an average of $25000 which includes a painting of the walls, refacing the cabinets with custom made cabinets, upgrading some of the appliances such as a sink, installing hardwood floors and installing other high-end appliances. The remodeling contractor should work with professor Misterek in ensuring that a proper plan including the work plan and schedule are considered when executing the renovation plan. 

Some of the specific objectives that remodeling contractor and professor Misterek needs to consider are the cost of remodeling the kitchen, that is, where will the money be channeled and the size of the kitchen regarding the equipment available. Another specific objective that needs consideration is the renovation cost factors such as the neighborhood as well as the longevity of the project. Also, considering the element and the cost of remodeling the kitchen is essential regarding the countertops needed, refacing of the cabinets. More costs can be incurred in upgrading the appliances, flooring, electrical, gas lines if any is required and plumbing. Another essential consideration is the preparation of the kitchen remodel and finally the renovation ideas as well as the inspiration of Professor Misterek. 

The communication principles that the professor must consider when remodeling the kitchen are: engaging a professional contractor in remodeling the kitchen, creating synergies through coordination with other neighbors who have worked successfully on similar projects and capitalizing on some specific opportunities that may significantly reduce the renovation cost. Another essential principle is on maintaining credibility, accuracy as well compliance with the law under construction (Ramsing, 2009).

The main purpose of the communication plan is to support the activities that take place in a kitchen and also to boost the resale value of the kitchen. Therefore, increasing the profit margin once professor Misterek decides to resale her kitchen. Another purpose of the communication plan is to enhance the cooking capability, safety in the kitchen and increase the functionality of the kitchen. 

The key goals of this Kitchen remodel-communication plan are aimed at assisting to ensure an improvement in functionality, safety against fire breakout, improve the resale value of the property and improve the capability of the kitchen. One of the fundamental goals is to improve the storage space by building more custom cabinets that are admirable as well as appealing to the eyes (Ramsing, 2009). In achieving this goal, the capability, as well as the storage capacity of the kitchen, will be achieved. Another goal important when remodeling the kitchen increases the open areas near the kitchen such as the living room. The remodeling contractor must be committed to achieving this target to ensure that the windows are in good condition and allow in natural light to the living room and the kitchen. 

To determine the success of any communication plan, it is significant that the contractor and the owner of the property revisits and also reviews the communication objectives critically from time to time. When some of the key questions are keenly evaluated, they can significantly assist in determining the effectiveness of the project. Some of the key questions are: is the contactor responding favorably to the communication efforts? What will be the potential cost of the remodeled kitchen? What is the success rate of the project implementation? And have the action steps have achieved the desired outcomes? 

The work plan of remodeling a kitchen to an updated state with all the modern equipment and the improved capability requires an overall achievement of the set goals in the communication plan. Strategic planning with a sense of urgency as well optimism and the action steps assists in adopting an effective interoperable modern kitchen that improves the functionality and capability of the kitchen (Gabrielli & Zoels, 2003, June). One of the essential work plan in remodeling a kitchen is breaking down the cost of remodeling. For instance;

Design fee allocated at 4%,

Installation cost 19%,

Lightning 5%,

Flooring 8%,

Doors and the windows 4%,

Walls as well as the ceiling 5%,

Appliances and the ventilation fee at 14%,

Countertops 10%,

Cabinetry and the hardware 29%.

Others 2%. 

In considering Professor Misterek budget of $25000, the cost is redistributed on replacing the countertops using a high-quality material, installing new custom made cabinets, building a small kitchen island, replacing the kitchen floor, installing some high-end appliances in the kitchen and adding recessed-lighting in the dining area and the kitchen. 

Budget of remodeling the kitchen

References

Gabrielli, S., & Zoels, J. C. (2003, June). Creating imaginable futures: using human-centered design strategies as a foresight tool. In Proceedings of the 2003 conference on Designing for user experiences (pp. 1-14). ACM.

Ramsing, L. (2009). Project communication in a strategic internal perspective. Corporate Communications: An International Journal , 14 (3), 345-357.