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      "name": "Step 1: Initial Planning & Scope Definition — This phase involves detailed discussions with your design-build team, like AKN Design Group, to outline your vision, functional requirements, and preliminary budget. We'll verify existing conditions and start refining the project scope, which typically takes a few weeks.",
      "text": "Step 1: Initial Planning & Scope Definition — This phase involves detailed discussions with your design-build team, like AKN Design Group, to outline your vision, functional requirements, and preliminary budget. We'll verify existing conditions and start refining the project scope, which typically takes a few weeks.",
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      "name": "Step 2: Design & Approval — Here, layout and appliance selections are finalized, and CAD-supported layouts are developed. This is also when required permits are identified and obtained, a process that can vary by jurisdiction in the DFW metroplex. This phase, including design revisions, usually spans 1-2 months.",
      "text": "Step 2: Design & Approval — Here, layout and appliance selections are finalized, and CAD-supported layouts are developed. This is also when required permits are identified and obtained, a process that can vary by jurisdiction in the DFW metroplex. This phase, including design revisions, usually spans 1-2 months.",
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      "name": "Step 3: Material Procurement — Long-lead materials, especially custom cabinetry and specific appliances, are ordered. This stage is crucial as lead times can significantly impact the overall project duration, often requiring 4-12 weeks for production and delivery.",
      "text": "Step 3: Material Procurement — Long-lead materials, especially custom cabinetry and specific appliances, are ordered. This stage is crucial as lead times can significantly impact the overall project duration, often requiring 4-12 weeks for production and delivery.",
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      "name": "Step 4: Demolition & Rough-Ins — Once materials arrive and permits are secured, demolition begins, followed by structural, plumbing, electrical, and ventilation work. This active construction phase is typically quite efficient, lasting 2-4 weeks.",
      "text": "Step 4: Demolition & Rough-Ins — Once materials arrive and permits are secured, demolition begins, followed by structural, plumbing, electrical, and ventilation work. This active construction phase is typically quite efficient, lasting 2-4 weeks.",
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      "name": "Step 5: Finishes & Installation — Drywall, flooring, cabinets, countertops (after templating), backsplash, and final fixtures are installed. This stage is highly visual as your kitchen takes shape, often taking 3-6 weeks.",
      "text": "Step 5: Finishes & Installation — Drywall, flooring, cabinets, countertops (after templating), backsplash, and final fixtures are installed. This stage is highly visual as your kitchen takes shape, often taking 3-6 weeks.",
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      "name": "Step 6: Final Walkthrough & Punch List — The project concludes with a thorough inspection, addressing any final details to ensure everything meets your expectations and our high standards of craftsmanship. This usually takes a few days to a week.",
      "text": "When Professional Guidance Helps A full kitchen renovation involves intricate coordination of various trades, from plumbing to electrical to custom cabinetry installation. When the work involves structural changes or navigating permit coordination, a professional design-build team like AKN Design Group becomes indispensable. Our integrated process means we handle everything from design planning to final walkthrough, providing a single point of accountability. This ensures clear communication, reliability, and that the construction execution aligns perfectly with your design vision. Our over two decades of experience and 10,000+ completed jobs mean you’re in expert hands. Ready to transform your kitchen? Contact us today to discuss your vision and start the managed process toward your beautiful new space.",
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