they approached an architect. Chernin highlights that the client is brought alongside the team from design conception to receiving the keys to a new home, with every step carefully managed and facilitated for an efficient and fluid workflow. Divco Custom Home’s services include permitting, architectural design services, exterior landscaping, interior design, and finishes, as well as a handson selection of products taking into account the discussed budget and client wishlist without relying on third-party contractors, interior designers and architects. Another unique feature that Divco can offer its clients relates to the technology and software the company has integrated into its overall design process. “We bring a higher level of experience for the client. We have been able to do this through a series of software programs with virtually immersive 3D.” “We can design a home, fully exterior and interior, as if it is built and then we have a set of viewing goggles that a client can put on and they can walk through their home,” Chernin enthusiastically describes. When the client is able to see something in 3d,Chernin insists, there is another level of understanding. Then they are able to virtually walk through the future home which often provides an unparalleled experience that is invaluable for Divco’s clients in the design process. Chernin also draws attention to Divco Custom Home’s liaison service and use of fixed contracts. “A liaison is assigned to each client and we have several liaisons in the company. They will sit down with the client and then discuss, whether with me or the interior designer, what things they may want to change. Chernin explains that the liaison is then tasked to take this information directly to the subcontractors 24 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE VOLUME 12, ISSUE 04
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