Before you commit capital to a property, you need a technical audit — not a contractor quote, not inspiration boards. A rigorous assessment of what the asset can realistically deliver and what it will cost to get there.
Buy with confidence. Design for profit.
FARE DESIGN - STRATEGIC RENOVATIONS - AMSTERDAM
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MEET FARE DESIGN ↓
Calendar booking · Same-week
what you get
30-Min call · Written report
The commitment
€200 · Non-binding beyond E1
Experience
12+ years · Architecture and PM
WHAT MOST PEOPLE TRY TO DO
Renovating isn’t the risk.
GUESSING IS.
PROBLEM 01
Budget Creep
Costs that keep changing because the scope was never defined before the first contractor was called.
PROBLEM 02
Realising too late that you spent more than the property is worth. Without a ceiling analysis, renovation budgets have no floor.
The Equity Gap
PROBLEM 03
Realising too late that you spent more than the property is worth. Without a ceiling analysis, renovation budgets have no floor.
Regulatory Walls
Don’t commit to a property without a professional audit.
STAGE 1 · THE ENTRY POINT
One 30-minute call. A written reality check. Technical and financial clarity before you sign anything.
€200
Instant Calendar · 30-Min Live Diagnosis
ABOUT US
Federico Varela
CEO, Fare Design
Most professionals arrive after the damage is done.
The typical process goes: find a property, hire a contractor, get a quote, hope for the best. By the time an architect or renovation specialist gets involved, the purchase is signed, the budget is fixed, and the constraints are locked in. That is not strategy. That is damage control.
My approach inverts this entirely. I work with you before you commit — analysing the structural reality, the regulatory constraints, the realistic cost envelope, and the market ceiling of any renovation investment. So when you move forward, you do so with full technical clarity and a documented plan.
I call this engineering for ROI. Not building what looks beautiful, but building what maximises value with the minimum necessary capital. Every recommendation is filtered through one question: does this create more value than it costs?
Over 12 years I have managed complex urban renovation projects, accompanied investors to viewings, stopped bad acquisitions, and unlocked hidden value in properties others considered too risky to touch. That experience is what you buy when you work with Fare Design.
12+
Years exp.
Scope
360°
€0
Wasted
FULL EXPERTISE
Floor plan & spatial optimisation
Energy label optimisation (A/A+)
Permit prep & Gemeente liaison
Architectural design & drawings
Renovation strategy & fix & flip
Project coordination & site mgmt
Property assessment & valuation
Sales advisory & investor support
SERVICES
A complete 360° service.
from first look to final sale.
E1
Strategic Reality Check
Technical and financial feasibility audit before you sign. What can this property realistically deliver?
FROM €200 - ENTRY POINT
E1
Property Search & Investment Advisory
Accompany viewings, assess structural risks, identify value-add potential, and build a data-backed case for acquisition or rejection before you commit.
CUSTOM QUOTE
E2
Architectural Design & Drawings
Floor plan redesign, layout optimisation, permit-ready drawings, uitbouw planning, attic conversions, and spatial restructuring for maximum value.
CUSTOM QUOTE
E2
Cost-efficient upgrades to reach A or A+. Direct impact on Amsterdam asking price and buyer confidence.
Energy Label Optimisation
INCLUDED IN E1 / E2
E2
End-to-end renovation roadmaps. Scope, contractor briefing, budget control, and value-engineering.
Renovation Strategy & Fix & Flip
CUSTOM QUOTE
E2
Project Coordination & Site Management
Contractor selection, scope control, site visits, quality oversight. Keeping the build aligned with the technical plan and the budget ceiling — through to completion.
CUSTOM QUOTE
REAL CASES
What clients say.
in their own words.
Apartment reimagined — compartmentalised to open and connected
STRATEGIC HOME RENOVATION - AMSTERDAM
Full layout redesign transforming a closed apartment into an integrated living space, with the living room flowing directly into the garden.
"Federico didn't just remodel my apartment — he reimagined it. His creative vision and smart use of space have made a real difference in how I live and feel in my home. I'm incredibly happy with the result."
— AMABLE ESPINA - STRATEGIC HOME RENOVATION
Family renovation guided through smart planning and clear proposals
LAYOUT DESIGN & RENOVATION - WAGENINGEN
Renovation strategy and layout design for a family property, helping multiple stakeholders make aligned decisions across a complex project.
"Your plan and thoughtful proposals were key in guiding my parents' renovation — helping us make smart decisions and achieve great results. Thank you for your support and dedication."
— YASIN A. - LAYOUT DESIGN
PROPERTY SEARCH - VALUATION & APPRAISAL - AMSTERDAM
End-to-end acquisition support — from search to final design
Preselecting properties, attending viewings, leading the technical evaluation, advising on what to look for structurally, and designing the final space.
“He supported me from the very beginning, always knowing exactly what to look for. His support made the whole experience smoother, easier, and even enjoyable."
— FRANCISCA URRUTIA - PROPERTY SEARCH & APPRAISAL
FLOOR PLAN REDESIGN - AMSTERDAM
Floor plan redesigned for function, light, and space efficiency
A spatial optimisation that transformed the logic of the apartment — brighter, more functional, and making full use of every available square metre.
"The new layout is functional, bright, and makes much better use of space. Communication was smooth, and the results exceeded my expectations. Highly recommended."
— GONZALO SOTELO - LAYOUT DESIGN
Successful investments
are executed step by step.
HOT IT WORKS
E1 — Strategic Reality Check — €200
Share the property via the intake form. I review technical constraints, regulatory environment, realistic renovation scope, and financial ceiling. You receive a written report with a clear recommendation and roadmap.
E2 — Design & Documentation
Floor plan redesign, spatial strategy, architectural drawings, energy optimisation, and permit preparation. Everything a contractor and the Gemeente need to execute with precision.
E3 — Execution & Coordination
Contractor briefing, budget control, site oversight, and final quality sign-off. The plan gets built the way it was designed — on budget, on scope, to specification.
E4 — Sales & Exit Strategy
Optional support for positioning the property for sale or rental. Presentation strategy, staging guidance, and price anchoring based on the completed improvements.
THE ENTRY POINT
Start with clarity, not commitment
The €200 Reality Check is the lowest-risk, highest-value decision in a property transaction. One report. Full picture. No obligation to continue.
FLAT - FREE STRUCTURE
Every decision made for your ROI
No hourly billing. No scope creep. Every recommendation is aligned with one goal: maximum property value at minimum capital cost.
UNDERSTAND OF THE REAL ESTATE MARKET
Local knowledge,
technical depth
VvE rules, foundation risks, beschermd stadsgezicht, funderingslabels — the constraints that trip investors up are the ones Fare Design flags before you sign.
Ready to stop guessing?
Start with a Strategic Reality Check. €200. No commitment beyond clarity.