frequently asked questions
frequently asked questions
frequently asked questions
Here are some of our most frequently asked questions (FAQ) about the design, renovation and new build process. You are unique, and so is your project. We understand that the information listed below may not answer all your questions, but we hope it will provide a helpful starting point. We’re only a click away if you have more questions!
Over the past 20+ years, we have honed our Calgary design and construction process. Each stage is outlined briefly below. As a custom design-build company, there will be variations depending on project size and complexity. What’s noted on this page will give you a general idea of expectations, but all custom projects will have variations within these steps.
Before we begin your project, we engage in the discovery phase.
Tariffs & Canadian Products
Tariffs & Canadian Products
Tariffs & Canadian Products
WILL TARIFFS AFFECT CANADIAN RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION COSTS?
WILL TARIFFS AFFECT CANADIAN RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION COSTS?
WILL TARIFFS AFFECT CANADIAN RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION COSTS?
WILL TARIFFS AFFECT CANADIAN RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION COSTS?
DO YOU TRY TO SPECIFY AND SUPPORT CANADIAN PRODUCTS?
DO YOU TRY TO SPECIFY AND SUPPORT CANADIAN PRODUCTS?
DO YOU TRY TO SPECIFY AND SUPPORT CANADIAN PRODUCTS?
DO YOU TRY TO SPECIFY AND SUPPORT CANADIAN PRODUCTS?
KHD Business FAQ
KHD Business FAQ
KHD Business FAQ
IN WHAT ALBERTA AREAS DO YOU COMPLETE RENOVATIONS AND NEW BUILDS?
IN WHAT ALBERTA AREAS DO YOU COMPLETE RENOVATIONS AND NEW BUILDS?
IN WHAT ALBERTA AREAS DO YOU COMPLETE RENOVATIONS AND NEW BUILDS?
IN WHAT ALBERTA AREAS DO YOU COMPLETE RENOVATIONS AND NEW BUILDS?
HOW LONG HAS KHD BEEN IN BUSINESS?
HOW LONG HAS KHD BEEN IN BUSINESS?
HOW LONG HAS KHD BEEN IN BUSINESS?
HOW LONG HAS KHD BEEN IN BUSINESS?
WHY AM I SEEING KHD HOMES, KRISTA HERMANSON DESIGN & HYGGE HOME DESIGN?
WHY AM I SEEING KHD HOMES, KRISTA HERMANSON DESIGN & HYGGE HOME DESIGN?
WHY AM I SEEING KHD HOMES, KRISTA HERMANSON DESIGN & HYGGE HOME DESIGN?
WHY AM I SEEING KHD HOMES, KRISTA HERMANSON DESIGN & HYGGE HOME DESIGN?
general contractor & sub-contractor info
general contractor & sub-contractor info
General Contractor & Sub-Contractor Info
IS KHD HOMES A LICENSED HOME BUILDER IN CALGARY?
IS KHD HOMES A LICENSED HOME BUILDER IN CALGARY?
IS KHD HOMES A LICENSED HOME BUILDER IN CALGARY?
IS KHD HOMES A LICENSED HOME BUILDER IN CALGARY?
IS KHD HOMES A LICENSED GENERAL CONTRACTOR?
IS KHD HOMES A LICENSED GENERAL CONTRACTOR?
IS KHD HOMES A LICENSED GENERAL CONTRACTOR?
IS KHD HOMES A LICENSED GENERAL CONTRACTOR?
IS KHD HOMES LICENSED AS A PREPAID CONTRACTOR?
IS KHD HOMES LICENSED AS A PREPAID CONTRACTOR?
IS KHD HOMES LICENSED AS A PREPAID CONTRACTOR?
IS KHD HOMES LICENSED AS A PREPAID CONTRACTOR?
IS KHD HOMES BONDED?
IS KHD HOMES BONDED?
IS KHD HOMES BONDED?
IS KHD HOMES BONDED?
IS KHD HOMES INSURED? ARE THEIR SUBTRADES?
IS KHD HOMES INSURED? ARE THEIR SUBTRADES?
IS KHD HOMES INSURED? ARE THEIR SUBTRADES?
IS KHD HOMES INSURED? ARE THEIR SUBTRADES?
DO KHD HOMES AND THEIR SUBTRADES HAVE WCB COVERAGE?
DO KHD HOMES AND THEIR SUBTRADES HAVE WCB COVERAGE?
DO KHD HOMES AND THEIR SUBTRADES HAVE WCB COVERAGE?
DO KHD HOMES AND THEIR SUBTRADES HAVE WCB COVERAGE?
The Process
The Process
The Process
WHAT IS YOUR INTAKE PROCESS?
WHAT IS YOUR INTAKE PROCESS?
WHAT IS YOUR INTAKE PROCESS?
WHAT IS YOUR INTAKE PROCESS?
CAN WE CONTACT PAST CLIENTS?
CAN WE CONTACT PAST CLIENTS?
CAN WE CONTACT PAST CLIENTS?
CAN WE CONTACT PAST CLIENTS?
HOW LONG IS THE INTERIOR DESIGN PROCESS FOR A RENOVATION?
HOW LONG IS THE INTERIOR DESIGN PROCESS FOR A RENOVATION?
HOW LONG IS THE INTERIOR DESIGN PROCESS FOR A RENOVATION?
HOW LONG IS THE INTERIOR DESIGN PROCESS FOR A RENOVATION?
HOW LONG DOES A TYPICAL RENOVATION CONSTRUCTION PROJECT TAKE?
HOW LONG DOES A TYPICAL RENOVATION CONSTRUCTION PROJECT TAKE?
HOW LONG DOES A TYPICAL RENOVATION CONSTRUCTION PROJECT TAKE?
HOW LONG DOES A TYPICAL RENOVATION CONSTRUCTION PROJECT TAKE?
HOW LONG IS THE NEW BUILD PROCESS?
HOW LONG IS THE NEW BUILD PROCESS?
HOW LONG IS THE NEW BUILD PROCESS?
HOW LONG IS THE NEW BUILD PROCESS?
WHEN SHOULD WE START CONTACTING INTERIOR DESIGNERS AND CONTRACTORS FOR OUR NEW BUILD OR RENOVATION?
WHEN SHOULD WE START CONTACTING INTERIOR DESIGNERS AND CONTRACTORS FOR OUR NEW BUILD OR RENOVATION?
WHEN SHOULD WE START CONTACTING INTERIOR DESIGNERS AND CONTRACTORS FOR OUR NEW BUILD OR RENOVATION?
WHEN SHOULD WE START CONTACTING INTERIOR DESIGNERS AND CONTRACTORS FOR OUR NEW BUILD OR RENOVATION?
WILL KRISTA BE THE PRIMARY DESIGNER ON MY PROJECT?
WILL KRISTA BE THE PRIMARY DESIGNER ON MY PROJECT?
WILL KRISTA BE THE PRIMARY DESIGNER ON MY PROJECT?
WILL KRISTA BE THE PRIMARY DESIGNER ON MY PROJECT?
WHO WILL MY DESIGNER BE?
WHO WILL MY DESIGNER BE?
WHO WILL MY DESIGNER BE?
WHO WILL MY DESIGNER BE?
DO ALL PROPERTY OWNERS NEED TO BE AT DESIGN MEETINGS?
DO ALL PROPERTY OWNERS NEED TO BE AT DESIGN MEETINGS?
DO ALL PROPERTY OWNERS NEED TO BE AT DESIGN MEETINGS?
DO ALL PROPERTY OWNERS NEED TO BE AT DESIGN MEETINGS?
Types of Projects & Services
Types of Projects & Services
Types of Projects & Services
DO YOU OFFER DESIGN-ONLY SERVICES?
DO YOU OFFER DESIGN-ONLY SERVICES?
DO YOU OFFER DESIGN-ONLY SERVICES?
DO YOU OFFER DESIGN-ONLY SERVICES?
DO YOU TAKE SMALLER JOBS?
DO YOU TAKE SMALLER JOBS?
DO YOU TAKE SMALLER JOBS?
DO YOU TAKE SMALLER JOBS?
CAN YOU HELP WITH CUSTOM NEW BUILDS?
CAN YOU HELP WITH CUSTOM NEW BUILDS?
CAN YOU HELP WITH CUSTOM NEW BUILDS?
CAN YOU HELP WITH CUSTOM NEW BUILDS?
CAN YOU HELP WITH FURNITURE, DÉCOR, BLINDS & DRAPERIES?
CAN YOU HELP WITH FURNITURE, DÉCOR, BLINDS & DRAPERIES?
CAN YOU HELP WITH FURNITURE, DÉCOR, BLINDS & DRAPERIES?
CAN YOU HELP WITH FURNITURE, DÉCOR, BLINDS & DRAPERIES?
DO YOU OFFER BLIND REPAIRS/ WINDOW TREATMENT REPAIRS?
DO YOU OFFER BLIND REPAIRS/ WINDOW TREATMENT REPAIRS?
DO YOU OFFER BLIND REPAIRS/ WINDOW TREATMENT REPAIRS?
DO YOU OFFER BLIND REPAIRS/ WINDOW TREATMENT REPAIRS?
Collaborations
Collaborations
Collaborations
HOW DO YOU SELECT YOUR CLIENTS?
HOW DO YOU SELECT YOUR CLIENTS?
HOW DO YOU SELECT YOUR CLIENTS?
HOW DO YOU SELECT YOUR CLIENTS?
DO YOU WORK WITH OTHER GENERAL CONTRACTORS?
DO YOU WORK WITH OTHER GENERAL CONTRACTORS?
DO YOU WORK WITH OTHER GENERAL CONTRACTORS?
DO YOU WORK WITH OTHER GENERAL CONTRACTORS?
CAN YOU HELP WITH MY NEW BUILD SELECTIONS?
CAN YOU HELP WITH MY NEW BUILD SELECTIONS?
CAN YOU HELP WITH MY NEW BUILD SELECTIONS?
CAN YOU HELP WITH MY NEW BUILD SELECTIONS?
Design-build
Design-build
Design-build
WHY CAN'T YOU GIVE ME A QUOTE RIGHT AWAY?
WHY CAN'T YOU GIVE ME A QUOTE RIGHT AWAY?
WHY CAN'T YOU GIVE ME A QUOTE RIGHT AWAY?
WHY CAN'T YOU GIVE ME A QUOTE RIGHT AWAY?
WHAT IS THE BENEFIT OF COST-PLUS VS BILLING ME A LUMP SUM?
WHAT IS THE BENEFIT OF COST-PLUS VS BILLING ME A LUMP SUM?
WHAT IS THE BENEFIT OF COST-PLUS VS BILLING ME A LUMP SUM?
WHAT IS THE BENEFIT OF COST-PLUS VS BILLING ME A LUMP SUM?
DO YOU MANAGE THE CONSTRUCTION PORTION OF THE PROJECTS YOU DESIGN?
DO YOU MANAGE THE CONSTRUCTION PORTION OF THE PROJECTS YOU DESIGN?
DO YOU MANAGE THE CONSTRUCTION PORTION OF THE PROJECTS YOU DESIGN?
DO YOU MANAGE THE CONSTRUCTION PORTION OF THE PROJECTS YOU DESIGN?
WHAT IS THE BENEFIT OF HAVING A DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION COMPANY IN ONE?
WHAT IS THE BENEFIT OF HAVING A DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION COMPANY IN ONE?
WHAT IS THE BENEFIT OF HAVING A DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION COMPANY IN ONE?
WHAT IS THE BENEFIT OF HAVING A DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION COMPANY IN ONE?
WHY ARE ADDITIONS CLASSIFIED AS NEW BUILDS?
WHY ARE ADDITIONS CLASSIFIED AS NEW BUILDS?
WHY ARE ADDITIONS CLASSIFIED AS NEW BUILDS?
WHY ARE ADDITIONS CLASSIFIED AS NEW BUILDS?
