The time will come when you will finally get around to building that extension, new kitchen/bathroom or possibly an out-house you have been planning since forever.

When that time finally comes you want to ensure you are ready to take the project on. Here are our 3 ‘P’s to ensure you get the most out of your project and end up with what you had always dreamed of!

1. Planning

The number one most important part of any project is planning. Before you part with any cash, it’s worth understanding what you want, why you want it, how you can achieve it and when you want to achieve it by. Asking questions is the best way to achieve a good plan and it always helps to involve anybody who may be affected by your new project. Let’s take a new kitchen for example. What do you want out of your kitchen? Will it be used as a social area for your family? Does the room get cold in the winter? Have you got a good view outside? Is there enough natural light? Are there any cool technologies you have seen which you might like? What do you use your kitchen for most often and how could you improve on this experience?

By thinking about all of these aspects in the early stages and bouncing ideas around, you will be sure to set yourself up for a successful project and know what benefits you expect to achieve from the end result.

2. Procurement

Now you have your plan, and you know what you want to achieve, it’s time to go shopping. All too often, people start with a plan and then finish preparations there. Oh no, you are not out of the woods yet! Procurement is the evolution of the plan, where it starts to meet your pocket! Start to think about the work you want to complete and all of the different items which may be involved. Flooring. Lighting. Paint. Fixtures and Fittings. Furniture. Appliances. There are so many things to consider, including your budget, so it is best to understand what you want most and least and prioritising spending accordingly. If you can make these considerations early and make the purchase in good time, it can speed the whole project up meaning no waiting on deliveries or finding out at the eleventh-hour stock is empty on that item you have been depending on from day one.

3. Patience

By definition a project is a unique, bespoke and unknown endeavour – no project is the same as another. Therefore, they can carry risks and unknowns which can come as a surprise. Additionally, as the project unfolds there may be reason for change. Additional scope or a new direction, change is also inevitable with projects. With this considered, try to be prepared for what could change or go wrong and ensure you have some budget aside in case there is a rainy day during your project. Of course, we hope nothing will happen and everything goes to perfect plan, but it always helps to be prepared and patience for the nature of the project is our final key tip.