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In order to make an informed decision we should probably have at least 2-3 quotes on paper providing not only for alternative styles, but also for alternative level of refurbishment so that we can collectively choose how much to spend depending on what we want to achieve.
None of us, we believe, want to overspend of course, but this works are carried out only every 5 to 7 years. We want to make sure we optimise the way our money are spent for both our eyes and our wallet, as certain features can create more joy and value than others. In this regard the £27,000 budget indicated in the note is attractive, but it would be interesting to understand the impact that the various items open for consultation can have on the overall budget, still with the aim of selecting the best quality/price option (eg replace lamps, add carpet, repaint, modernise lift, etc.) so that we can mix and match the favourite solution.
3. Overall timeline
As we understand how complex and tiring is to put together these quotes (and thanks again Paul for the hard work done so far) we were wondering if we should discuss the overall timing for finalising the quotes and then executing the works, so that we can all timely provide feedback, input and help Paul to achieve the overall objective of compiling alternative quotes along the style agreed.
Paul - considering that once all the alternative quotes and the details are defined a 1-month consultation period should start before the final approval is given to the project specifications, what is the estimated timing for the overall project (receiving inputs from us, finalise alternative quotes, formalise quotes, final consultation, works start, end etc.)?
We will keep sharing views and suggestions with this group to ensure we all collectively achieve a satisfactory compromise with everyone’s contribution, headed by our common friend and Chairman Paul, and we hope you will all share your views as well provide your comments.
In this respect, from our side, attached are a few extra pictures that define the Contemporary – Classic – Elegant style described in the briefing note prepared by Paul, to ensure we’re all aligned on what that means and confirm we request to build more details around that.
Paul please let us know how can we more effectively provide additional detailed suggestions and ideas (eg. on interior of the lift, additional colour schemes, lighting) to minimize the entropy you’re already exposed to, due to this refurbishment project! Maybe one or two meetings all together will make it.
Again thank you Paul for all you’re doing on behalf of this group, we sincerely appreciate your tremendous effort in trying to manage this complex project in the interest and for the benefit of all 9 flats’ owners.
Look forward to exchanging further opinions with you all via email or better in person. All the best
Susanna & Diego Fortunati (flat 9)
> Date: Wed, 21 Mar 2012 18:43:57 +0000
> To: susannagnecco@hotmail.com; diego.fortunati@baml.com; eleonisceti@googlemail.com; riadsf@gmail.com; segar_9@hotmail.com; michele@hillgarthart.com; studio@graffiti.biz
> From: studio@graffiti.biz
> Subject: Mitre House Internals to one & all >
> OK - everybody should now have received the 4th Draft Internals
> Proposals - if not, it's attached. >
> That's the easy bit - now the politicking, choices, preferences,
> dislikes, opinions etc can commence as everyone is now connected via