Concept
A clear, build-ready plan you can take anywhere.
$1,350/ design
- Site analysis
- 2D site plan
- Concept moodboard
- 1 revision round
Service
Home Renovation
Lived-in homes, brought back to life.
What's included
Every project, every time.
- ✓Kitchen RemodelingCustom cabinetry, countertops, backsplash, appliance installation, lighting, plumbing fixtures, and layout optimization.
- ✓Bathroom RenovationShower and tub upgrades, vanities, tile work, heated floors, lighting, ventilation, and accessible design options.
- ✓Whole-Home RemodelComplete interior transformation including layout changes, structural modifications, new flooring, painting, and fixtures throughout.
- ✓Room AdditionsExpand your living space with bedroom additions, family room extensions, sunrooms, and second-story additions.
- ✓ADU ConstructionAccessory dwelling unit design and construction, including garage conversions and detached ADUs, fully permitted.
- ✓Permits & HOAComplete permit management, HOA architectural review submissions, engineering, and coordination of all required inspections.
- ✓Live-In LogisticsDust barriers, daily cleanup, partial-occupancy planning, and clear communication so you can keep living in the house during the work.
- ✓Selections & Material SourcingShowroom visits, sample boards, lead-time tracking, and procurement so you don't have to chase tile and fixtures alone.
Deliverables
What you actually receive.
Three ways to start
Pick the package that fits your scope.
Fixed-fee design tiers. Build cost is separate (typical range $40K–$250K+).
Signature
The package most clients pick when they intend to build.
$2,800/ design
- All Concept deliverables
- 3D rendering (1 angle)
- Planting plan
- Lighting plan
- 2 revision rounds
Estate
Full architectural integration with HOA-ready package.
$5,200+/ design
- All Signature deliverables
- 3D rendering (2 angles)
- Full material specifications
- HOA submittal package
- Construction-ready docs
- Unlimited revisions
Design fees only. Permits, HOA filing fees, materials, and construction quoted separately.
2026 pricing
How much does a home renovation cost in Orange County?
Orange County renovation costs run $50 to $800+ per square foot depending on how deep the work goes. A cosmetic refresh that keeps every wall and system in place sits at the bottom; a full gut with new plumbing, electrical and an addition sits at the top.
Per-square-foot pricing only means something once you fix the house size. A $200 per square foot renovation on a 3,000 sq ft home is $600,000; the same rate on a 1,500 sq ft cottage is $300,000.
| Depth | Cost / sq ft | 3,000 sq ft home | What it covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetic refresh | $50 – $150 | $150,000 – $450,000 | Paint, flooring, basic kitchen update, bathroom refresh. No walls moved. |
| Mid-level renovation | $150 – $300 | $450,000 – $900,000 | Some wall movement, premium finishes, custom cabinetry, updated systems. |
| Full gut to studs | $300 – $600+ | $900,000 – $1,800,000+ | New plumbing and electrical, luxury finishes throughout, structural changes. |
| Renovation plus addition | $400 – $800+ | $1,200,000 – $2,400,000+ | Square footage added; foundation, framing and roof tie-in. |
Room-by-room: kitchen remodels run $25,000–$75,000, bathroom renovations $15,000–$45,000, and whole-home remodels $150,000–$1,500,000+.
Schedule
How long does a renovation take?
A cosmetic refresh on a 3,000 sq ft home takes 8 to 12 weeks. A full gut takes 9 to 14 months once design, permitting and plan check are counted — and permitting is where most Orange County schedules actually slip, not construction.
| Phase | Cosmetic | Mid-level | Full gut |
|---|---|---|---|
| Design and documentation | 2 – 4 weeks | 6 – 10 weeks | 10 – 16 weeks |
| Permit and plan check | 0 – 3 weeks | 6 – 12 weeks | 10 – 20 weeks |
| Demolition | 3 – 5 days | 2 – 3 weeks | 3 – 4 weeks |
| Rough systems (plumbing, electrical, HVAC) | — | 3 – 5 weeks | 8 – 12 weeks |
| Finishes and cabinetry | 5 – 8 weeks | 10 – 16 weeks | 16 – 24 weeks |
| Total | 8 – 12 weeks | 6 – 9 months | 9 – 14 months |
Deeper cost and sequencing detail is in our Orange County whole home renovation guide.
FAQ
What people ask about home renovation.
How much does renovation cost?
Home renovation costs in Orange County vary by scope: kitchen remodels typically run $25,000-$75,000, bathroom renovations $15,000-$45,000, and whole-home remodels $150,000-$1,500,000+. Costs depend on materials, layout changes, and finish level. We provide free in-home estimates with transparent, itemized pricing.
How long does renovation take?
Kitchen remodels typically take 6-12 weeks, bathroom renovations 4-8 weeks, and whole-home remodels 3-8 months. Timelines depend on scope, permit requirements, material lead times, and structural changes. We provide a detailed project schedule during your consultation and keep you updated weekly.
Do I need permits?
Most renovation projects require permits, especially those involving structural changes, plumbing, electrical, or HVAC work. Cosmetic updates like painting and cabinet refacing typically do not. NHG HOME handles all permitting, HOA submissions, and inspections as part of our service at no extra hassle for you.
Can I stay home during renovation?
For kitchen and bathroom renovations, most homeowners stay in their homes. We set up dust barriers, protect finished areas, and maintain a clean worksite daily. For whole-home remodels involving structural work, temporary relocation may be more comfortable. We discuss living arrangements during planning to minimize disruption.
Will you handle structural work — load-bearing walls, beams?
Yes. Layout-driven renovations often need structural changes (open-concept walls, larger openings, additions). We coordinate the structural engineer, pull the permit, and execute the work — same team, same schedule, no handoffs.
Do you do ADUs (granny flats)?
Yes. ADU construction is one of our renovation specialties — both garage conversions and new detached units. Orange County and most OC cities have adopted statewide ADU streamlining, so the permit path is faster than it used to be. We size, design, permit, and build.
Can I stay in the house during renovation?
During a cosmetic refresh, usually yes if the work is zoned room by room. During a full gut, no — water, power and often the roof come offline, and most Orange County jurisdictions will not sign off on occupancy mid-project. We plan the move-out window into the schedule so it is not a surprise at demo.
What makes Orange County renovation schedules slip?
Plan check, almost always. Construction runs on a predictable rhythm; municipal review does not. A full gut can sit 10 to 20 weeks in permitting depending on the city and how complete the submittal is. We submit a complete set the first time because a resubmittal restarts the queue rather than resuming it.
Do you handle structural work like removing load-bearing walls?
Yes, with stamped engineering. Removing a bearing wall requires a calculated beam, a permit, and inspection at both rough and final. We include the engineer in the design phase so the beam depth is known before the ceiling design is finalized, which avoids the classic surprise of a soffit nobody planned for.
Your home doesn't need to start over to feel new.
Three minutes of questions. We come back with a recommended scope, a budget range, and a date to walk the home.