Questions to Ask Before Hiring an Interior Designer
Hiring an interior designer is undoubtedly a big decision, and an exciting one! With so many design styles and processes available it can be daunting to pick the right design firm and designer for you and your project. Asking some important questions upfront will help you make the best choice.Here are some questions Everything Home is frequently asked, with our responses:
What is your design process like?
Our signature process is both interactive and enjoyable. Clients have an option to proceed through our four design steps as they wish. Step one: Discovery call. Your journey begins with a complimentary 20-minute discovery call, where we’ll learn about your project goals and determine if we’re an aligned fit. This step helps us understand your vision, timelines, and any initial questions you may have. Step two: in-home consultation & studio vist. Explore your space and design options, review initial ideas and cost. Step three: Design agreement & planning. Formalize the partnership and develop detailed plans and estimates. Step four: Execution & grand reveal We manage construction, sourcing, and scheduling to delivery your dream space. Everything Home completes the 4-step experience with an exciting reveal day!
How involved does a client need to be in the process?
Our design process if flexible, we invite clients to be as involved as they would like to be. Hands-on or hands-off we can accommodate your design approach.
How do you communicate with clients?
Most Everything Home correspondence will be by way of email; however, staff and designers are also available to clients via phone. In-person meetings are part of the design process and will be scheduled as necessary.
What kinds of projects does your firm take on?
Our diverse portfolio includes refresh, remodel, and new construction design projects alike, all focused in residential design. Schedule a 20-minute Discovery Call to see if Everything Home is the right fit for your upcoming design project.
How will you manage my project so we stay on time and on budget?
We know being on-time and on-budget is crucial to our clients. Our experienced design team and support staff provides a valuable experience with their subject knowledge, refined eye, trade resources, and transparent guidance moving projects seamlessly from start-to-finish.
What types of issues could cause a project to be delayed or go over budget?
Everything Home makes every effort to understand a project fully to provide accurate timelines and budgets. Sometimes delays are unfortunately unavoidable, especially when unexpected structural or utility changes are identified mid-project. Unplanned changes could result in budget changes too.
What design styles can you execute?
Everything Home is known for luxe yet livable design. Our eclectic design team executes styles from traditional to transitional, contemporary to coastal, modern farmhouse to mid-century modern, and everything in between.
Can I see completed projects and speak to one of your previous clients?
Absolutely! We are happy to share client contacts so you can contract with confidence. You are also welcome to tour one of our model homes for a live preview or peruse our online galleries available on our website, Houzz, Instagram, and Facebook pages. Contact us with additional questions and to learn more about how we can help you achieve your design dreams!