The process of designing your home requires a lot of thought and planning.
My job as an interior designer is to help relieve some of the overwhelm and stress that often comes with renovating. With my knowledge and expertise I can help guide you through the design process, helping you to make decisions along the way.
However, before you begin working with an interior designer, there’s a few important questions to ask yourself.
#1 What is my budget?
It is very common to have a million dollar vision and a $10,000 budget but... you must be realistic with yourself and what you want for your home before hiring a designer, that way you can easily translate your vision and matching budget to the designer.
I know that outlining a budget can be an uncomfortable task which is why I recommend starting with this before hiring any professionals. To start getting an idea of costs you can do some research to see what finishes, furniture and renovation truly cost so that you can plan for these costs.
#2 Do I know what I want?
If you’re having a hard time to describe what you want for your space you may need help completing your vision.
The best way to gather inspiration is by compiling photos on Pinterest. You can also visit my portfolio: CLICK HERE to visit my portfolio of past projects. The houses I've worked on may look very similar to yours, which can be a great way to spark ideas for your own space.
#3 What is my timeframe?
When starting on a renovation that’s “major” such as a kitchen, bathroom or addition in your home, know that your home is going to be disturbed for a few months.
There are many factors that go into creating a timeline for a home renovation project, and unexpected issues can show up along the way. But a lot comes down to the communication you have with your contractor. Once the scope of the project is established your contractor will be able to give you a time frame.
#4 What does my intuition say?
You should feel comfortable with your interior designer as you will be spending a great deal of time working together. There’s a lot of back and forth and work on both ends. Creating a home is a very personal process and you want to make sure that you are working with professionals you can trust.
Lastly, I would say that you should listen to your gut feeling when hiring an interior designer!
After you answer these questions you will be much more confident about moving forward with your project.
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