Transforming a home is an exciting journey, and one that’s best approached with a clear process and a creative vision. Whether you’re refreshing a single room or reimagining your entire home, understanding the steps of the interior design process helps set expectations and ensures a smooth, enjoyable experience. Here’s what you can expect when working with a designer, from concept development to the final styling touches.
Design Concept Development
Every great design begins with understanding you, your family, lifestyle, needs, and the feeling you want your home to evoke. During the concept phase, our team will gather inspiration, assess your space, and create an overall vision that reflects your personal style. We start with mood boards, draft preliminary floor plans, and color palettes that set the tone for the rest of the project. We will also begin obtaining construction estimates from multiple contractors. This is where your home’s story starts to take shape.
The concept board is then created based on the mood board:
Material and Finish Selections
Once the design direction is defined, our focus turns to details: floor plans and renderings, materials, hard finishes, fixtures and furnishings that bring the concept to life. This phase includes selecting flooring, tile, paint colors, hardware, lighting, and fabrics. Our team will curate options that align with your aesthetic and budget, ensuring that every piece complements the overall look and feel. It’s where design dreams start to feel tangible.
Build it! Construction Begins
We work closely with your general contractor, making regular site visits to ensure that the work aligns with our design intent and maintains the highest level of quality. Throughout the process, we collaborate on any necessary onsite adjustments to the plan or scope, helping to keep the project moving smoothly. Our team also supports clear communication between you and your builder, ensuring that every detail is executed accurately and efficiently, ensuring your vision is translated seamlessly from concept to completion.
Installation and Styling
Beyond creating a beautiful space, the design process is about making the journey enjoyable and stress-free. Working with an interior design professional ensures that every decision is thoughtful, cohesive, and aligned with your vision, so the end result feels like the home you imagined.
The Value of the Process
Beyond creating a beautiful space, the design process is about making the journey enjoyable and stress-free. Working with an interior design professional ensures that every decision is thoughtful, cohesive, and aligned with your vision, so the end result feels like the home you imagined.