A design is simply a plan. Before constructing a building, an architect needs to draw a plan of the building. Sometimes architects will make a cardboard or plastic model of the building. The building is then built by a construction company which follows the directions of the plans for the building.
1 The total cost for a new shower surround should average $1,200 to $2,000. 2  For tile shower installation, youâre probably looking at a minimum cost of at least $1,500, although intricate, labor-heavy designs and add-ons (such as new faucets and a tub) could easy bring the price up to $5,000 or more.
The Basic Bathroom Update Often runs from $3,000 (DIY) to $12,000 What you might get: You probably wonât be able to move any plumbing around, but you could replace fixtures and other materials with stock, off-the-shelf products like youâd find in a big-box store. Designer Lynn Madyson says this bathroom in New York is her example of a basic remodel.