Designing the interior of your home should be enjoyable. Unfortunately, it is not that easy to do well without the experience and understanding for interior spaces, how they flow and the best construction investments and design for a home that suits the needs of your space.
I am surprised by how many people will actually spend their budget on building or renovating their home without considering the interiors or consulting a Designer.
What are some questions that you should ask a designer when you are meeting for the first time?
A Designer will provide practical ideas for the use of your space in addition to designing interior cabinetry, lighting, moldings, hardware and more to enhance the house and make it more enjoyable and livable. They will also select and coordinate the right furniture in the best layout for your life, with colors and materials that will enhance your sense of comfort.
Designers can also help maintain budgets and circumvent change orders or mistake that can cause added costs that may occur during construction by planning your space with you before construction starts. They also have resources and tradespeople that the homeowner will not have to provide the best pricing on furniture and services that will increase the value of your home.
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If you are considering working with an Interior Designer or Decorator, you may wonder what to ask them when interviewing different candidates. It is important to get to know each professional and listen to their responses to your questions.
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I am sharing some of my insider perspective on what to ask a designer before hiring them for your project. When a design professional visits you in your home, I want you to have questions that you can ask to help ensure you have the best possible experience and to allow you to know what you can expect going forward into the project.
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Deborah in a Greenwich, CT based interior designer, blogger, brand amassador and lifestyle expert. Deborah's innovative and centered design sensabilites come from years of experience working on projects from Coast to Coast. This blog is where she shares beautiful design inspirations and highlights about design events and tips for creating a beautifully layered home. She likes to share new products, her favorite things, and resources for decor enthusiasts who are interested in paring antiques with modern elements, and beautiful fabrics. When she isn't working, you can find her reading, walking, doing yoga, or driving her children every day, everywhere. Connect with Deborah on Google+
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As a prospective client, I would make certain you understand and are comfortable with the terms of business, then move on to asking enough of the right questions to feel as if the designer understands your interests by virtue of the answers. And as a prospective client remember that you are being sized up as well, so be honest and be yourself.
Finally, never, mention to a designer that you would be doing this (the decorating) yourself but you don't have the time. This is a professional that will elevate your environment with their knowledge of scale and flow and solid resources.
"When a Designer and Client know what to expect from each other the result is a project that will be rewarding and enjoyable."
Hiring an Interior designer can be one of the most rewarding experiences for you to make. Creating a home that reflects your personality, having someone to review and discuss ideas with and to initiate the purchases and coordinate deliveries, and provide the support you need to furnish your home elegantly. It is a wonderful experience and your home will reflect this relationship with all the added details, unique pieces, and solutions incorporated into your space.
Good luck.
Deborah