A Two-Phase Approach Built for Clarity, Confidence, and Craftsmanship

At Lumina Custom, we don’t rush bids or toss out generic numbers. Instead, we guide you through a thoughtful two-step process: Estimating, then Bidding. This ensures that by the time we break ground, you know exactly what’s going into your home no surprises, no shortcuts.

Our Process

Estimating Phase

Laying the Foundation for Smart Decisions

This phase is all about clarity, discovery, and early alignment. We walk the project with you, listen to your goals, and start building a scope that’s aligned with your vision and budget. Here's what to expect:

  • Site Walkthrough or Consultation

    • We meet on-site to understand the space, discuss priorities, and identify opportunities or constraints.

  • Scope Development

    • We begin outlining a working Scope of Work, identifying major project elements like demo, finishes, materials, and layout intent.

  • Material Recommendations

    • We offer curated product and finish suggestions that reflect your style, budget, and long-term goals. You'll gain access to curated product and finish recommendations guided by our in house interior designers. We help you align style, durability, and budget for a cohesive, high end result tailored to your space.

  • Preliminary Budget

    • You receive a rough estimate based on realistic pricing not ballpark guesses. This gives you clarity without locking in final selections yet.

The goal of this phase is to define your project at a high level, align on direction, and provide a clear, realistic cost range.

Bidding Phase

Bringing the Vision Into Full Detail

Now that we have a defined scope, we move into the refinement phase — turning your project into a fully-baked plan ready for execution.

Here’s what we nail down in this phase:

  • Finalized Material Selections
    This is where your vision becomes tangible. Together, we’ll select the exact finish materials, colors, and design details all the finish scope of your project with our help.

    We provide swatches, samples, and expert guidance to help you feel confident in every choice.

  • Updated Line-Item Pricing

    • We provide a fully itemized bid with locked-in material pricing, labor estimates, and allowances clearly outlined.

  • Timeline & Logistics

    • You’ll receive a proposed start and finish date, job schedule overview, and permit or inspection notes (as needed).

  • Formal Proposal & Contract

    • Once you approve the bid, we finalize the contract, collect deposits, and begin preparing for construction.

The bidding phase transforms your idea into a ready-to-build reality — precise, predictable, and polished.