Common Questions:
I know what I want for my house, but I’m afraid things won’t match when I get them in the space.
Furniture, carpeting, paint color, fixtures, finishes – all come in an unlimited variety. How do you know if you’re making the right choice? A designer narrows the mountain of selections for you – according to the way you’ll use the space, your overall aesthetic, and your budget – leaving you to select from just a handful of the right choices – you can’t loose!
I’ve been shopping for living room furniture FOREVER, and can’t find what I like. I don’t have a huge budget - can you help?
Retail shopping has its place, but also its limitations. When you can’t find the right fabric, the right size or the right style, a designer has unlimited resources to find or create any item you envision. Experienced designers have a network of vendors, tradespeople and artists to make your decorating dreams come true, without breaking the budget.
It’ll take $30,000 to completely furnish and decorate my living room, right? It’ll take me forever to save that much money!
It CAN take $30,000, $50,000, even $100,000 to design a room, but it doesn’t HAVE to. When the project starts with a thorough discussion with your designer about your priorities for the room, and a clear view of your budget, your designer can create a solution on a much lower budget! You’ll be amazed at the impact you get with even $5,000. It all starts with thorough communication...
How much do you charge?
Every designer has their own fee schedule detailing hourly or project rates and/or margins or mark-ups. Request a copy and review it with your designer – making sure all details are discussed up front.
If I have a contractor, do I also need a designer?
Absolutely. Most contractors appreciate having a design professional on your team to facilitate timely and accurate selections for surfaces, fixtures and finishes. Your designer will work with your contractor behind the scenes to manage the budget, present appropriate surface choices, and ensure that if problems arise, solutions quickly follow. Ask your contractor for a designer recommendation and do your research. The right designer can make all the difference for a smooth and coordinated project.
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