ALZA Development

Preliminary renovation estimate

October 29, 2026

La Portalada Dr

Carlsbad / 1,618 sq. ft. / 3 bedrooms + 2 bathrooms

Prepared for Louis Konstas. Interior renovation planning and concept renderings in one presentation.

Proposed exterior of the La Portalada Dr home at twilight
La Portalada Dr · Exterior concept

Home size

1,618 sq. ft.

Project costs

$200,000

ALZA management fee · 20%

$40,000

Total planning budget

$240,000

Interior remodel only · Approximately $148 per sq. ft. including ALZA’s management fee · Preliminary budget, subject to site review

The budget

A complete interior refresh.

A $240,000 total planning budget for the 1,618 sq. ft., three-bedroom, two-bathroom home in Carlsbad: $200,000 in project costs plus a separate $40,000 ALZA Development project-management fee.

La Portalada Dr preliminary project budget and payment responsibilities
Budget itemAmount
Project costsLouis pays subcontractors, suppliers and other project providers directly. Includes a $20,000 owner-held contingency reserve within this allowance.$200,000
ALZA Development project-management fee20% of the $200,000 project-cost budget. Paid separately and directly to ALZA Development.$40,000
Total planning budget$240,000

The $200,000 project-cost budget excludes ALZA’s fee. The separate $40,000 management allowance is added once, producing a $240,000 total. Final eligible costs, treatment of unused contingency and the fee payment schedule will be defined in the project-management agreement.

Preliminary budget, not a fixed-price proposal. Project costs require validation through a walkthrough, final selections and trade pricing. Louis pays the subcontractors directly and pays ALZA Development separately for project management. This presentation does not authorize construction or collect payment.

Included scope

What the project budget covers.

Preliminary line-item allowances total $180,000, plus a $20,000 owner-held contingency reserve. ALZA’s 20% management fee is shown separately below.

Itemized preliminary interior renovation allowances
Scope of workAllowance
Demolition, protection + debris removalProtect existing areas, selective demolition and normal disposal.$12,000
Kitchen renovationMidrange cabinets, counters, backsplash and appliances; existing layout and service locations.$48,000
Two bathroom remodelsVanities, waterproofing, tile, shower glass, fixtures and local plumbing/electrical work.$45,000
Flooring throughoutFlooring installation and normal preparation; bathroom tile carried above.$20,000
Drywall, ceilings + interior paintingLocal drywall repairs, ceiling refinishing and interior paint; hazardous-material remediation excluded.$17,000
Lighting + electrical updatesLighting, switches and outlets outside kitchen/bath scopes; no complete rewire or service upgrade.$12,000
Interior doors, trim + hardwareInterior door, baseboard, trim and hardware allowances.$10,000
Electric fireplace + built-in updatesElectric fireplace installation and selected built-in updates.$8,000
Design + permit allowanceDesign coordination and anticipated permit fees; final requirements to be confirmed.$8,000
Work, design + permits subtotal$180,000
Owner-held contingency reserveReserved for unforeseen conditions and approved changes; included in project costs.$20,000
Total project costsPaid directly by Louis to subcontractors, suppliers and other project providers as incurred.$200,000
ALZA Development project-management fee20% of the $200,000 project-cost budget; paid separately to ALZA.$40,000
Total planning budget$240,000

These are planning allowances, not subcontractor bids. Labor, materials and installation are included within each applicable trade scope. Final selections and trade pricing may change individual allocations; ALZA’s management fee is not included in the trade line items.

The vision

A familiar home, thoughtfully refreshed.

Natural wood, soft whites and understated details create a consistent design language throughout the home.

Warm, natural materials

Oak cabinetry and light wood flooring bring texture and warmth to the kitchen and living spaces.

A lighter palette

Soft white walls, pale counters and neutral furnishings keep the rooms bright, calm and inviting.

Considered details

Chrome bathroom fixtures, an electric fireplace and refreshed exterior lighting complete the concept.

The spaces

The renovation, room by room.

Explore all six concept views. Select an image to see it in full and move through the gallery.

Concept renderings illustrate the proposed design direction. Final selections and scope will be confirmed during design review.

Next steps

From vision to a coordinated plan.

A clear sequence to refine the concept, define the work and validate the preliminary project budget.

  1. 01 / Design review

    Align on the vision.

    Review the renderings together and identify the finishes and improvements that matter most.

  2. 02 / Existing conditions

    Verify the home.

    Confirm measurements and existing conditions, then identify design and permitting requirements.

  3. 03 / Scope + selections

    Define the details.

    Coordinate materials, fixtures and the work to be included in each space.

  4. 04 / Budget + schedule

    Build the plan.

    Validate the $200,000 project-cost budget with trade pricing, confirm the separate 20% management fee and establish the agreed payment schedule.

Draft agreement

Review the terms.

Proposed project-management agreement for Louis Konstas. Draft for legal review; electronic signing and payment are not yet active.

ALZA fee paymentAmount
Estimated management fee$40,000
Proposed depositCredited toward the management fee, not added to the project total. Due only under the completed and signed agreement.$1,000
Estimated fee balance after deposit$39,000

Louis continues to pay subcontractors directly. The overall planning budget remains $240,000. Deposit refund rights, eligible costs and the remaining fee schedule must be finalized in the agreement.

Prepared for Louis Konstas

Let's refine the vision.

La Portalada Dr · ALZA Development

Review the renderings

Concept presentation

Renderings illustrate a proposed design direction. Final layout, materials and scope are subject to site verification and design review. The preliminary total is $240,000: $200,000 in project costs, including a $20,000 owner-held contingency reserve, plus a $40,000 ALZA Development management fee. Louis pays subcontractors directly and pays ALZA separately. Exterior work is excluded. Final pricing and construction timing require a confirmed scope and site review.