Keep what already works
The first design decision can be what to leave alone.
Practice
Read the existing space
Record what works before listing what needs to change. A useful layout, a generous opening or a well-made element can become the starting point for the whole project.
Make the intervention clear
A focused change can solve several problems at once. Explore how one adjustment might improve circulation, daylight and storage before adding more construction.
Set priorities together
Separate essential work from possibilities. A clear brief helps everyone understand where to invest attention and what can wait until a later stage.
