Carver & Associates’ design and purchasing teams stand behind extensive hospitality industry expertise. They work closely with franchises to ensure budgets and design expectations align with property requirements and the target clientele. The firm is no stranger to high-quality customer service, and it holds Arkansas Lighting to high standards of service as well. Ryan McNure, […]
Category Archives: Project Cost & Budget Control
Furniture budgets fail not only because of price, but because of missed scope, unclear assumptions, and late design changes. This category breaks down real cost drivers for custom furniture and millwork—materials, hardware, shop drawings, sampling, packaging, logistics, and installation. You’ll find practical methods to build accurate budgets, compare options, prevent change-order surprises, and protect margins without sacrificing design intent. Written for architects, interior designers, contractors, developers, and procurement teams managing hospitality and residential projects.