RENOVATION
Reimagine. Refresh. Rebuild.
Whether it’s a single space or an entire home, we approach renovations with one goal in mind: elevate what’s already there. Our team brings precision, creativity, and a clear design vision—transforming outdated spaces into something refined, functional, and unmistakably timeless. We don’t just update. We upgrade.
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Space planning that enhances flow and livability
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Selection of high-end, long-lasting materials
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Complete design-to-installation project oversight
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Collaboration with top-tier builders and contractors
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Respect for your budget, schedule, and design goals
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General FAQ
An award-winning team of South Florida designers, associates and administrative personnel, Shuster Design Studio is a full-service design company.
Most luxury home renovations in South Florida take six to eighteen months from design to final installation. A single room such as a kitchen or primary bath typically runs three to six months, while a whole home renovation with structural changes runs twelve to eighteen months. That timeline includes roughly six to ten weeks of design development, four to eight weeks of permitting, and twelve to thirty-two weeks of construction. At Shuster Design Studio, we map every phase before demolition begins so clients in Fort Lauderdale, Boca Raton, and Palm Beach know exactly what to expect at each stage and where the longest lead time items sit.
Yes, most renovations involving electrical, plumbing, structural, or exterior work require permits in South Florida. Permit review generally takes four to eight weeks in Broward County, four to six weeks in Palm Beach County, and six to ten weeks in Miami-Dade County, with coastal, historic, or HOA properties often needing additional approvals. Cosmetic updates like paint, flooring, or cabinetry refacing usually do not require a permit. The design professionals at Shuster Design Studio coordinate with licensed contractors and local building departments so the permitting process runs in parallel with material selection rather than holding the project up.
Luxury renovation budgets in South Florida generally start around 150 to 300 dollars per square foot for interior finishes and rise well beyond that for full structural work, custom millwork, and high end appliances. A luxury kitchen renovation commonly falls in the 75,000 to 200,000 dollar range, while a whole home renovation can range from several hundred thousand dollars upward depending on scope and finish level. Final figures depend on square footage, material selection, and the complexity of mechanical work. Shuster Design Studio builds a detailed budget during design development so there are no surprises once construction begins.
Living at home during a renovation is realistic for single room projects but usually not for whole home work. A kitchen or bathroom renovation can be managed while occupied, though you should expect dust, noise, and limited access to those spaces. Whole home renovations that involve extended electrical or plumbing shutdowns, asbestos or lead remediation, or major demolition typically require temporary relocation for three to six months. Phased renovations allow some clients to rotate through livable areas of the home. Shuster Design Studio helps each household weigh comfort, timeline, and cost when deciding whether to stay or relocate.
Look for a team with proven luxury experience, strong references, licensed and insured trade partners, and a clear process for design, budgeting, and project management. Ask how they handle change orders, lead times on custom materials, and coordination between trades, because those details separate a smooth high end renovation from a stressful one. South Florida adds factors like hurricane code compliance, salt air durability, and HOA approvals that an experienced team manages routinely. Shuster Design Studio brings more than forty years of South Florida renovation experience and a network of vetted contractors and craftspeople to every project.
The most reliable time to renovate in South Florida is fall through spring, roughly November through May, when weather is dry and hurricane season has passed. Starting design work in late summer positions construction to begin once the dry season opens. Hurricane season, June through November, can slow exterior work and material deliveries, so projects scheduled then are usually planned around interior phases. Because demand peaks in the dry season, Shuster Design Studio recommends engaging design professionals three to six months ahead so design and permitting are complete before the ideal construction window opens.
