1. Confirm Business Requirements
- Office
- Retail Shop
- F&B
- Clinic
- Beauty Salon
- Tuition Centre
Different businesses have different renovation requirements.
2. Establish Budget & Timeline
Allocate budget for:
- Renovation works
- Furniture
- Equipment
- Signage
- Permits & submissions
- Contingency fund
3. Finalize Space Planning
Determine:
- Customer flow
- Staff work areas
- Storage requirements
- Meeting rooms
- Display areas
A good layout improves operational efficiency.
4. Check Building Management Requirements
Obtain:
- Renovation guidelines
- Contractor registration requirements
- Working hour restrictions
- Deposit requirements
Many commercial buildings require approval before renovation starts.
5. Prepare Necessary Submissions
Depending on your project:
- LEW Submission
- Fire Safety Requirements
- Building Management Approval
- Mechanical & Electrical Drawings
- Aircon & Ventilation Plans
6. Plan Electrical & Data Points Early
Consider:
- Power points
- Data points
- CCTV
- WiFi routers
- POS systems
- Digital displays
Relocating these later can be costly.
7. Confirm Signage Requirements
Check:
- Shopfront signage rules
- Illuminated signs
- Building management approval
8. Select Materials & Finishes
Finalize early:
- Flooring
- Carpentry
- Countertops
- Paint colors
- Lighting
- Furniture
This helps prevent project delays.
9. Schedule Equipment Delivery
Coordinate installation of:
- Aircon systems
- Commercial equipment
- Office furniture
- POS systems
- Security systems
10. Set a Handover Checklist
- Electrical testing
- Aircon testing
- Lighting checks
- Internet setup
- Defect rectification
- Cleaning
- Operational readiness