Hiring an interior designer can be stressful and overwhelming… HELP!
We love giving advice for your home so why not share the low down on how to hire a designer
If you are considering a new build or a remodel, or simply refurnishing a room, using a professional interior designer is the surest way to achieve the best results. Interior design transforms our homes and achieves both aesthetic beauty and exceptional function. An interior designer is trained to bring these elements together. A well-designed space combines many aesthetic elements including color, scale, texture, layout, furniture, and lighting.
More importantly, designers are trained to create in a broad range of styles for projects of all sizes. Unlike interior decorators, designers read and review architectural plans and can navigate the various trades involved in a construction project. If seeing 3D renderings is important to you, make sure your professional has these skills. Most designers work directly with manufacturers and extensive resources to provide the best products for each client’s style, budget, and the way they live in their home.
Even our cutest client has a hard time picking and choosing!
Top Reasons to Work with an Interior Designer
Your design firm will layout the process when approaching your project in order to keep on budget and on schedule.
Your designer will put together a plan that is aesthetically geared to you and your style.
Your design team will provide choices that are appropriate for your project and budget.
Your design firm not only designs, but also manages the project, which alleviates stress and wasted time for you.
Tips for Hiring an Interior Designer
Start by searching on the internet or asking for a referral from a friend or neighbor. Look at designers’ websites. Determine if they are established and reputable. See if you can find reviews of their work on-line.
Ask if they have professional affiliations. Are they a member of ASID? How long have they been in business?
Interview designers. Do you connect with them initially? Working with an interior designer should be a fully collaborative process. Communication should be easy and open from the initial interview to the final result.
Does the designer have time for your project? The work designers do is extremely detailed. Make sure they know the timeline of your project and can commit to completing prior to your deadline.
Does the firm’s fee schedule work with your budget? Make sure this is a discussion in the initial interview. When the designer explains their structure, ask questions if you don’t fully understand. This can eliminate stressful and awkward conversations down the road. Hire a designer that is clear about their fees and explains them thoroughly.
Once you have gathered information, go with your gut. An interior designer will be in your personal space and will be an integral part of your life during your time working together. Best to go with your instinct.
