Working Within an Existing Building with Tenant Finish/Remodel

With commercial tenant finishes, you’ll have to work within the existing parameters of a building. This means that everything from the design to functionality has to be considered within the context of the space. For example, if you’re turning an old hair salon into a restaurant, you’ll need to make sure there’s adequate space for industrial appliances and that everything is up to code.

 Planning

The first step to any tenant finish process is the planning. You’ll want to work with a tenant finish contractor to go over the existing building’s blueprints to see what you can fit into the space. If you’re doing a tenant finish for a chain, the designs will be the same as the chain’s other locations, but if you’re an independent business, there’s plenty of room for customization, even when working within an existing space. The contractor should go over every single decision with you, from budget to materials to paint colors.

Construction

Once plans are in place, the contractor and their team will begin the remodel. The contractor should keep you up to speed on the budget, the timeline of the project, and any issues or additional decisions that may come up.

Benefits of Tenant Finish Services

Designing the space for your new business may be easier with an existing building, since you won’t have to construct anything from the ground up, but it can still be a long, arduous process. Hiring tenant remodelers can ensure that the space you’re working with will be remodeled to fit your business’ brand and operations. BHI is proud to have done tenant finishing for over 650 projects and will always finish on time and within budget.